JHS Pedals Legends of Fuzz Berkeley Pedal Overview
The JHS Pedals Legends of Fuzz Berkeley Pedal is a loving tribute to one of the most innovative and experimental guitar effects brands of all time - Seamoon Inc.
For over a decade, JHS Pedals have been leading the way in the revival of classic fuzz effects pedals. The Legends of Fuzz series is JHS Pedals’ way of celebrating the most important fuzz circuits ever made and preserving their stories in the music that you create. From the earliest days of fuzz in the mid-60s London scene to the modern-day, fuzz has been a staple of guitarists’ soundscapes.
Step into the world of vintage fuzz and plug into sixty years of beautifully broken sound with JHS Pedals’ Legends of Fuzz Berkeley Pedal.
Bringing the Sound of History to Life
In 1973, Craig Anderton and John Lang launched Seamoon Inc. with their flagship fuzz pedal, the Fresh Fuzz. The Fresh Fuzz was one of the first distortion units to substitute an operational amplifier (op-amp) for the typical transistor-driven fuzz, resulting in a massive volume boost that no other pedal had at the time. Despite the fragile plastic enclosure that caused the pedals to shatter when stomped on, the Fresh Fuzz quickly gained popularity and has been used extensively by artists like Tom Scholz of the seminal rock band Boston and legendary guitarist Eric Johnson.
JHS Pedals’ Legends of Fuzz Berkeley Pedal pays homage to the rare single op-amp 741 version (Version 1) of the Fresh Fuzz. Unlike the original, the Berkeley is housed in a rugged and sleek metal enclosure that will endure the rigours of regular stomping. With its big beefy low end and smooth, amp-like crunch, this pedal will take you back in time to the days of the original Fresh Fuzz.
You've Got The Power
The JHS Pedals Legends of Fuzz Berkeley Pedal requires a 9V DC negative centre and consumes 4MA. You can also operate it using a single 9V battery. Simply loosen the two rear screws of the enclosure and the backplate will swing open. On the inside, you’ll see a battery clip to install the battery.
Try pairing the JHS Pedals Mary-K with the Volture Sag Pedal to consistently achieve that desirable “dying battery” tone.
