Fulltone USA Soul-Bender V2 Germanium Fuzz pedal

Tasty Pedals made by Fulltone

Fulltone is a boutique guitar effects pedal manufacturer known for its high-quality, hand-built pedals designed to replicate vintage tones while incorporating modern features and reliability. Founded by musician and engineer Michael Fuller in 1991, Fulltone initially gained recognition with its flagship product, the Full-Drive overdrive pedal, which offered players a versatile range of overdriven tones inspired by classic tube amplifiers. Since then, Fulltone has expanded its product line to include a variety of effects pedals such as fuzz, distortion, delay, modulation, and more. Each Fulltone pedal is meticulously crafted using top-quality components and circuit designs, resulting in pedals that are celebrated for their rich sound, responsiveness, and durability. Notable offerings include the OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Drive) overdrive/distortion pedal, the ’69 fuzz, and the TTE (Tube Tape Echo) tape echo emulator. Fulltone’s commitment to excellence and its dedication to preserving the sonic legacy of vintage gear have made it a favorite among discerning guitarists and musicians seeking premium effects pedals. With a reputation for delivering exceptional tone and craftsmanship, Fulltone continues to be a prominent player in the boutique pedal market.

Just Pedal Ingredients.

Fuzz — A fuzz pedal is one of the earliest and most aggressive forms of distortion, turning your clean guitar signal into a thick, saturated wall of sound. It works by clipping the waveform almost flat, creating a compressed, gritty tone full of harmonic overtones. The result is raw, unruly, and unmistakable — from the sputtering breakup of vintage germanium circuits to the searing sustain of modern silicon designs. Fuzz pedals react strongly to your guitar’s volume and pickup choice, making them dynamic tools for expressive players. Whether you’re chasing the classic tones of Hendrix and the Smashing Pumpkins or exploring heavy, experimental textures, fuzz remains a favourite for its personality and unpredictability. It can sound smooth and sustaining, or wild and velcro-like, depending on how it’s set up. A good fuzz pedal cuts through the mix while adding thickness and attitude, turning any riff or lead line into something bold and unmistakably alive.. Germanium — Germanium refers to the type of transistor used in many classic fuzz and overdrive pedals from the 1960s. Known for their warm, smooth clipping and natural compression, germanium transistors create a softer, more organic distortion compared to modern silicon types. They respond beautifully to a player’s touch and guitar volume, delivering rich, vintage tones with a distinctive character that many describe as musical and expressive.. Pedal — Your pedal is like a signature dish for your sound — a flavour-packed creation that transforms the bland ingredients of your guitar into something unforgettable. Each one adds its own seasoning, texture, and heat, turning a simple meal into a feast of tone. These tasty little boxes sit in a row, like plates on a buffet, letting you mix and match flavours as you play. With one tap of your foot, you can swap sweet for spicy, subtle for smoky, and serve up something completely new. From the comfort food of warm overdrive to the fiery kick of fuzz, from smooth jazz sauce to heavy-metal spice, pedals give players a full menu of options to express their taste.  And just like with food — once you’ve tried one dish, you’ll want to sample them all. Collecting, trading, and discovering new flavours soon becomes part of the joy of being a tone-loving gourmet geek with a guitar.. USA.