Boss FZ-5 Fuzz Pedal

£129.00

Allow JustPedals to introduce the Boss FZ-5 Fuzz Pedal The FZ-5 is the only out-and-out fuzz pedal in the Boss range – and that's because it covers most of the classic fuzz tones you'd ever need! Serving up sizzling '60s and '70s style goodness, the FZ-5 is a super simple compact stompbox consisting of just […]


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Allow JustPedals to introduce the Boss FZ-5 Fuzz Pedal

The FZ-5 is the only out-and-out fuzz pedal in the Boss range – and that's because it covers most of the classic fuzz tones you'd ever need!

Serving up sizzling '60s and '70s style goodness, the FZ-5 is a super simple compact stompbox consisting of just three dials. Chuck it in front of a clean amp and you can't go wrong with whatever settings you choose. Boss' COSM technology allows the FZ-5 to recreate a boosted fuzz for more aggressive styles.

Renowned Boss build quality

Boss pedals have a reputation for being built like tanks. You can be sure that however much you drop it, kick it, throw it and jump on it, it'll still come back for more. These pedals constantly survive the rigours of rock 'n' roll touring, and that's why they're seen at the feet of top touring pros everywhere.

Reliability really can be affordable to all. Boss are so sure their compact pedals last the test of time, they cover them with a full five year warranty.

Key Features

  • Vintage sounds inspired by famous fuzz pedals of the ’60s and ’70s
  • Uses advanced COSM technology to recreate classic fuzz
  • BOOST control for more aggressive tone
  • Road-tough BOSS metal construction
  • BOSS five-year warranty

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Brand

Boss

Boss is a prominent manufacturer of guitar effects pedals, multi-effects units, and related musical equipment, known for their durability, reliability, and wide range of effects. Founded in 1973 as a division of the Roland Corporation, Boss quickly became synonymous with high-quality effects pedals that are popular among guitarists and musicians worldwide.

Boss pedals are renowned for their rugged construction, intuitive controls, and signature sound quality. The company offers a comprehensive lineup of effects pedals covering various categories, including distortion, overdrive, delay, modulation, and more. Iconic pedals like the DS-1 Distortion, the DS-2 Turbo Distortion, the DD-3 Digital Delay, and the MT-2 Metal Zone have become staples on countless pedalboards due to their versatility and reliability.

Category

Fuzz Pedals

Guitar Pedals

Tags

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.

Fuzz Pedals