Manufacturers

Guitar Pedals from Vick Audio

Welcome to your ultimate guide to Vick Audio's guitar pedals. This catalog serves as your starting point to explore and compare all pedals crafted by Vick Audio. Designed for easy navigation, we hope you can quickly find detailed information on each pedal, including specifications, user reviews, and demo videos. Whether you're searching for the latest releases, seeking to expand your pedal collection, or exploring options for a specific sound, hopefully Stompbx can assist you in finding exactly what you need.

Fuzz

73 Ram's Head

The Vick Audio 73 Ram's Head is a fuzz pedal known for its smooth yet dirtier sound compared to the V1 Triangle and the Black Russian. It is designed to provide incredible sustain, allowing the guitarist to achieve a hummingbird- like, violin-sustaining sound. The pedal features a sustain control that optimizes long sustain with a hint of harmonic distortion. The 73 Ram's Head also includes a switch for three mid-range options: scooped (stock), flat, and boosted mids. Technical Specifications: \- 3PDT True Bypass switch \- High-quality US-made PCB construction \- Neutrik Audio Jacks \- Powder Coated Enclosure \- Uses 2.1 mm Boss style power jack (power supply not included), no internal 9V battery clip \- Hand-wired, boutique quality, made in the USA The pedal is transistor-based and utilizes a modern transistor with similar specs to the original. It is built in small batches of two to four at a time, with hand-soldered through-hole components. The addition of a mid switch allows for control over the mids, providing flexibility in tone shaping. Use Cases: The 73 Ram's Head is suitable for guitarists seeking a fuzz pedal with a smoother yet dirtier sound, emphasizing sustain and harmonic distortion. It is particularly well-suited for achieving a smooth, mellow sound reminiscent of the Electric Lady era. Overall, the Vick Audio 73 Ram's Head is a versatile fuzz pedal with a focus on sustain and mid-range control, offering a unique sonic character for guitarists seeking a distinctive fuzz sound.

1861

The 1861 by Vick Audio is a fuzz pedal that pays homage to the Civil War model fuzzes produced in Russia during the early 90s. It is designed for use with both guitar and bass and is part of Vick Audio's Tau collection of classic recreations guitar pedals. The pedal features a switch for three midrange options: boost, stock, or flat. The 1861 is known for its exceptional bottom end and is suitable for users who require more gain than the Black Russian and Green bubble fonts provide, while also desiring more smoothness than the Triangle or Ram’s Head models. Technical Specifications: \- 3PDT True Bypass switch \- High Quality US made PCB construction \- Neutrik Audio Jacks \- Powder Coated Enclosure \- Uses 2.1 mm Boss style power jack (power supply not included), no internal 9V battery clip \- Hand-wired, boutique quality, made in USA The pedal is handcrafted and made in the USA, providing users with a high- quality and versatile fuzz pedal option for their musical needs.

V1 Triangle

The V1 Triangle by Vick Audio is a highly regarded distortion pedal known for its exceptional clarity, raw power, and sustain. It is a classic reproduction of the original 1966 Triangle Big Muff, featuring a three-position toggle switch to select the preferred mid-profile. This pedal is designed to offer more sustain and brightness compared to later variants, allowing it to cut through the mix effectively. Key Features: \- 3PDT True Bypass switch \- Neutrik Audio Jacks \- Powder Coated Enclosure \- Uses 2.1 mm Boss style power jack (power supply not included), no internal 9V battery clip \- Hand-wired, boutique quality, made in the USA \- Custom graphics The V1 Triangle is known for its articulate lead capabilities while maintaining enough crunch for power chords or rhythm work. It is suitable for guitarists seeking a musical distortion with a focus on sustain and power, making it a versatile choice for various musical styles and applications.

Lucky No. 13

Violet Ram's Head

The Violet Ram's Head by Vick Audio is a distinctive 70s-style fuzz pedal known for its unique sound and high gain capabilities. It features a smoother texture reminiscent of some Russian models and is characterized by its higher voicing, making it suitable for those seeking smooth, saturated fuzz with a brighter tonality. Key Technical Specifications: \- 3PDT True Bypass switch \- High-quality US-made PCB construction \- Neutrik Audio Jacks \- Powder-coated enclosure \- Utilizes a 2.1 mm Boss style power jack (power supply not included), with no internal 9V battery clip Additional Features: \- A switch has been added for three mid-range options: scooped (stock), as well as flat and boosted mids. The Violet Ram's Head is hand-wired and offers boutique quality, made in the USA. It is designed to provide a unique and high-quality fuzz effect, catering to musicians looking for a specific tonal character and high-gain performance.

Overdrive and Boost

Mount Pleasant

The Mount Pleasant by Vick Audio is a low to medium gain overdrive pedal designed to deliver warm overdriven tones with great frequency response without overwhelming or oversaturating the sound. It is particularly suitable for blues, rock, and various other musical applications. The pedal features standard volume, gain, and tone controls, with a modified tone stack from the original pedal to provide a more balanced response. Additionally, it incorporates a high cut switch to offer users additional tonal options. The Mount Pleasant pedal is particularly responsive to pickup selection, offering warm full tones towards the neck and bright singing tones when switching towards the bridge. The high cut toggle switch provides three options: NC (No Cut), HC1 (High Cut 1), and HC2 (High Cut 2), allowing users to tailor the pedal's tone to their specific setup and playing style. Technical Specifications: \- True Bypass footswitch \- Neutrik Audio Jacks \- 2.1mm Boss style power jack, no internal 9V battery The pedal is handcrafted in the USA and comes in a powder-coated aluminum chassis, ensuring durability and reliability for live performances and studio use.

Tree Of Life Overdrive Pedal

The Tree of Life Overdrive Pedal by Vick Audio is designed to capture the best features of two popular overdrive pedals, the OCD version 3 and the Zen. At lower gain settings, it produces dynamic, touch-sensitive, Zen-like tones suitable for various music styles. When the gain is increased, the pedal delivers a responsive, thick overdriven sound akin to the OCD style. Key Features: \- 3PDT True Bypass switch \- High-quality US-made PCB construction \- Neutrik Audio Jacks \- Powder Coated Enclosure \- Uses 2.1 mm Boss style power jack (power supply not included), no internal 9V battery clip \- Hand-wired, boutique quality, made in the USA The pedal utilizes mosfet semiconductors and Bat41 diodes in the clipping section, resulting in harmonically rich overtones regardless of the gain setting.

Tree of Life

The Tree of Life by Vick Audio is an overdrive pedal designed to capture the best features of two popular overdrive pedals, the OCD version 3 and the Zen. At lower gain settings, it produces dynamic, touch-sensitive, Zen-like tones suitable for various music styles. When set to higher gain, it delivers an OCD-style, responsive, thick overdriven sound. The pedal features a 3PDT True Bypass switch, high-quality US-made PCB construction, Neutrik Audio Jacks, and a powder-coated enclosure. The clipping section of the circuit utilizes mosfet semiconductors and Bat41 diodes, providing harmonically rich overtones regardless of the gain setting. The pedal is hand-wired, boutique quality, and made in the USA. It uses a 2.1 mm Boss style power jack (power supply not included) and does not have an internal 9V battery clip.