At its core, the Barrows houses three meticulously matched germanium transistors within a finely tuned circuit designed to offer everything from smooth, singing distortion to thick, sustaining fuzz that seems to go on forever. It preserves the classic mid-focused bite and harmonically rich character of the original MkII, while adding a phase-corrected, buffered output to maintain signal integrity and compatibility with other pedals. The compact design saves valuable pedalboard space, and the pedal runs on a standard 9V power supply, eliminating the quirks of positive ground or battery-only operation.

With just two intuitive controls—Level and Attack—the Barrows unlocks a vast spectrum of fuzz textures. The Level control adjusts output volume, offering everything from unity gain to a powerful boost that can push your amp into overdrive. The Attack control is where the magic happens, smoothly transitioning from subtle, amp-like breakup to full-on, sustain-drenched fuzz annihilation. This pedal is not just a fuzz box; it’s a dynamic, expressive tool that reacts to your guitar’s volume and playing dynamics like a living extension of your instrument.

Designed and assembled in Akron, Ohio by Earthquaker Devices’ expert team, the Barrows Fuzz Attacker is a modern classic that honours its vintage roots while delivering the performance and reliability demanded by today’s musicians.

Classic Germanium Tone with Modern Reliability

The Barrows captures the warm, harmonically rich character of the original TB MkII germanium fuzz circuit, providing that sought-after vintage tone with the dependability of modern electronics.

Dynamic Attack Control

From gentle, singing distortion to aggressive, crushing fuzz, the Attack knob lets you dial in a wide range of textures that respond beautifully to your playing dynamics and guitar volume.

Buffered, Phase-Corrected Output

Ensures your signal remains strong and clear through your pedal chain, making the Barrows compatible with a variety of setups without losing its distinctive tone.

Compact and Pedalboard-Friendly

The Barrows’ small footprint saves space on your pedalboard, while standard 9V DC power compatibility makes integration effortless and noise-free.

FEATURES

• Legendary Germanium Fuzz Circuit - Faithfully recreates the iconic TB MkII fuzz tone, delivering rich harmonics and a distinctive mid-focused bite that has inspired countless classic recordings.
• Versatile Attack Control - Offers a broad spectrum of fuzz sounds, from subtle amp-like breakup to intense, sustaining fuzz, allowing players to explore a vast tonal landscape.
• Buffered and Phase-Corrected Output - Maintains signal integrity and ensures seamless integration with other pedals, preserving your tone regardless of your setup.
• Standard 9V Power Supply - Compatible with common pedalboard power sources, eliminating the need for special power arrangements and reducing unwanted noise.

SPECIFICATIONS

General

• Input Impedance: 10K
• Output Impedance: 100R
• Power: 9V DC (negative center, 2.1mm barrel)
• Current Draw: 10 mA

Physical

• Boxed Dimensions: 4.75 x 3.25 x 2.25 in. / 12.065 x 8.255 x 5.715 cm
• Out of Box Dimensions: 3.75 x 2 x 1.75 in. / 9.525 x 5.08 x 4.445 cm
• Boxed Weight: 0.485 lbs. / 0.2199 kg
• Out of Box Weight: 0.355 lbs. / 0.161 kg

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