Merman

The VFE Merman is a boutique pedal designed as a take on the Klon Centaur, offering unique features and controls. The pedal is designed and manufactured by VFE Pedals, a boutique pedal company based in Puyallup, WA, owned and operated by Peter Rutter and his brother.

Key Technical Specifications:
- FX Type: Overdrive
- Enclosure Dimensions: 2.37"W x 4.37"L x 1.16"H (60 x 111 x 29mm) with knobs & jacks
- Power Requirement: Standard 2.1mm, negative-tip 9V DC

Features and Controls:
- DRIVE: Sets the gain of the drive signal path, working in conjunction with the COMP control to set the level of harmonic saturation.
- TREBLE: Controls the amount of treble boost or cut in the tone stage.
- LEVEL: Sets the output volume of the Merman.
- COMP: Dials in the precise amount of compression and harmonic saturation, with the range increasing with more gain added.
- WARM: Controls the volume of the warm, clean signal pathway, adding dynamic body back to the drive tone.
- BOTTOM: Controls the volume of the pathway passing through the bottom end of the guitar, adding clean punch even when the drive control is cranked.

Use Cases:
The Merman is suitable for guitarists looking for a versatile overdrive pedal with unique tonal shaping capabilities. It offers a wide range of control over gain, compression, and tonal characteristics, making it suitable for various musical styles and playing techniques.