“So, is this the fuzz pedal of the future? Quite possibly, though owing to the industrial design background behind the unit, it might not prove to be a popular aesthetic among more established pedal companies. Still, there’s no denying it’s a stunning-looking stompbox.”
Fuzz Pedal
This pedal is a modern interpretation of the 1960s fuzz effects. While preserving the foundation of the original Fuzz Face circuitry, we have pushed the gain and volume to better suit the dynamics of contemporary music.
Dimensions 118mm x 45mm x 55mm
Client: A-OKAY (Personal brand)
Year: 2023
Project Goals
Sell a guitar pedal through my e-commerce site.
Improve the usability of guitar pedals while utilizing off-the-shelf components.
Introduce an identifiable form factor in a saturated market.
$2500 budget for 10 units.
Thoughtful features for improved usability.
To prevent accidental engagement or undesired adjustments we designed the dials and foot switch to be mounted on a recessed surface. The foot switch is also set back from the leading edge of the pedal, allowing users to prepare their foot on the edge without inadvertently activating the effect.
Understanding that musicians often arrange multiple effects pedals side by side, we optimized the width. To save additional space, the ¼-inch jacks and power exit the top of the device.
Hand soldering the boards.
Shrink wrapping components. This increases the durability of the product buy lowering the risk of shorts. This internal stack of components has been made as tight as possible.
Milled from a solid bar of aluminum.
The exterior is anodized and textured, ensuring a robust surface that resists and hides the usual chipping seen on painted FX pedals.
Visually, the aggressive texture reflects the sonic output of the product. The design also strives to use the shape and texture of the product to differentiate itself instead of relying on the painted graphics commonly seen in the market.
