

The Unpleasant Surprise by Fairfield Circuitry is an experimental fuzz/gate pedal designed to push the boundaries of traditional guitar effects. Here are the technical specifications and features:
Technical Specifications:
- Input Impedance: 1 MΩ
- Output Impedance: 1 kΩ
- Power Supply: 9 to 9.6 VDC
- Current Draw: 15 mA
Physical Features:
- True bypass
- 1/4” mono input/output jacks
- 2.1mm barrel DC connector
- Enclosure dimensions: 2.5” x 4.4”
Additional Information:
- The Unpleasant Surprise is described as the "fruit of an oddball circuit"
that has been tweaked and optimized to create a unique and unpleasing sound.
- It is designed to turn all dynamics to an unconventional sound, while still
feeling natural.
- The artifacts created by this pedal are described as strange, harsh, and
unusual, yet they never seem out of place.
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Brand New
$199
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