
Anthony Easton
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.
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Below are live Reverb listings for the VFE Merman from Reverb. Stompbx automatically aggregates current offers to give you a quick look at available models, conditions, and prices. Perfect for comparing options and making an informed purchase.

Excellent
$225

Mint
$117

Very Good
$170.23

Excellent
$179

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