Tools, Tones and Toys for Guitarists
Best info I could find on this creamy classic fuzz goodie. The 1967 John Hornby Skewes Zonk Machine II is an extremely rare, and vintage pedal enthusiasts have long coveted both the original Zonk and its successor, the Zonk II. The Zonk II was the result of a re-engineered Zonk Machine I, which was based … Read more
Description for this outide-the-box-thinking fuzz circuit is up at freestompboxes with the original schematic. Seems rather nice.
Well got time for another study break, so it’s that time for another layout. Just like the last layout I posted, here’s another uber rare fuzz, a gift from the fuzz gods that no worshiper of fuzz should be without IMHO. One of the more famous Tone Bender MKI influenced fuzz boxes and now almost … Read more
The Hornby Skewes Shatterbox is another stupid rare fuzz/booster made in the 60’s, need I really say any more? In case I do, info is not really available on this monster, but here’s what I found: Skewes Shatterbox Produced in Leeds circa 1966, the unit combines two effects; The JHS Zonk fuzz and a Treble Booster circuit, the original … Read more
Not a lot of info on this one, so here is what I found out about it: Uber Rare Way Huge Purple Platypus Octidrive only about 120 or so made. Essentially, this is a Red Llama Overdrive and an octave effect similar to the Green Ringer. A very specialized pedal, its best use is to … Read more
Here is a layout for the BYOC Crown Jewel (minus the boost). The boost is an independent circuit of your choice in serie with the main circuit. There is also an extra switch to select if you want the boost “Pre” or “Post” the main circuit. You can find all infos and schematic on their … Read more
A modified Ross Compressor. Two simple controls sustain and level. Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to find a video for the MKI, but as we all know if it’s been modified by Mr. Huge it’s going to sound great. Note: There’s a cut under D3 to the left of the 1nF cap that’s hard to … Read more
Once again, not much info on this one, but was made way back in ’92 and for a limited run. It’s a booster that’s more of a midboost/cocked wah tone. Unfortunately, there’s 0 videos I could find of it, but once again if it’s a Way Huge pedal it should be awesome. What’s interesting is … Read more
I was just reminded of this one on FSB and although there are already vero layouts available, I thought it was worth adding to the library for the sake of completeness. Positive ground so watch the daisy chaining or try the voltage inverter. David Main’s words: “This circuit is a little different to a stock … Read more
So I randomly stumbled across the schematic for this one over at FSB and as always thought it would be a nice addition. Just like any other Way Huge pedal I think it sounds badass. From the Source: The mighty Angry Troll Linear Boost Amplifier from Way Huge Electronics serves up generous portions of volume … Read more