The BOSS FZ-1W Fuzz Waza Craft guitar effects pedal delivers the inspiring tone, feel and vibe of classic fuzz in a reliable modern design. Made with signature Waza craftsmanship, the all-analog FZ-1W features premium components for reliable performance and extended range for maximum tonal versatility.

 

The Best Elements of Vintage Fuzz in a Modern Pedal 

 

Backed by Waza innovation, the FZ-1W lets you enjoy all the great musical characteristics of vintage fuzz without the downsides. While inspired by historic circuits, this pedal presents an all-new BOSS approach fueled by a forward-thinking perspective and deep knowledge of effect design. Using top-quality silicon transistors, they’ve created a unique circuit that delivers authentic tone and response while maintaining stable performance in any temperature or operating condition. In addition, their modern approach greatly expands the sound possibilities over vintage designs, offering higher gain, lower noise, deeper tone-shaping control and more.

 

Vintage Mode—Classic Fuzz, Wider Expression

 

With the FZ-1W’s Vintage mode, BOSS has redefined the classic fuzz voice with more gain and wider expressive range. The sound character is raspy and assertive without being harsh, and you can smoothly transition from heavy fuzz to crunch to crystal clean, simply by riding your guitar’s volume. The Tone knob simultaneously adjusts the high and low frequencies, allowing you to dial in a variety of different fuzz colors. And by turning down the Fuzz knob and cranking the Level, the FZ-1W works great as a boost for your amp and other gain pedals.

 

Modern Mode—Fat and Focused

 

Modern mode delivers a more refined and versatile fuzz voice with focused midrange and fatter tone, making it ideal for all types of current music styles. The gain range is even wider than Vintage mode, and cranking the Fuzz knob past three o’clock conjures rich, singing sustain for inspired solo playing. The Tone knob offers a different tuning that lets you tweak the brightness without altering the midrange, ensuring your sound always cuts through. And when used as a boost, Modern mode dishes a heap of girth with rich, mid-driven character.