FZ-1 Fuzz-Tone

The Maestro FZ-1 Fuzz-Tone is a historic and influential guitar and bass effect pedal. Introduced in 1962, it was the first widely marketed fuzz distortion effect and achieved widespread popularity in 1965 after being prominently used by the Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards on the hit song "Satisfaction."

Technical Specifications:
- Pedal Type: Fuzz
- Analog/Digital: Analog
- Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (instrument)
- Outputs: 1 x 1/4"
- Power Requirements: 9V battery or regulated 9VDC power supply (5.5 x 2.1 mm plug)

Features:
- The FZ-1 Fuzz-Tone contains a three germanium transistor circuit with RCA 2N270 devices, powered by two 1.5-volt batteries, and a lead cable to connect it to an instrument (bass or guitar).
- The pedal features controls for Attack, Level, and Tone, allowing users to adjust the amount of fuzz, output volume, and timbre from bright and raspy to warm and wooly.
- It also includes a true bypass footswitch and LED lights in the Maestro logo to indicate when the effect is active.

Use-Cases:
- The FZ-1 Fuzz-Tone has been widely used in various music genres, particularly in 1960s garage rock and psychedelic acts, due to its unique and influential sound.
- It has been favored by guitarists and bass players looking to achieve a distinctive and cutting-edge fuzz effect in their music.

Functionality:
- The pedal's fuzz circuit responds to the incoming signal's amplitude (volume) consistently, providing a characteristic and recognizable sound.
- It offers sonic versatility with both an FZ-1 inspired fuzz sound and a thicker, more modern fuzz tone, thanks to the Mode toggle switch that provides two pedals in one functionality.