Wampler Velvet Fuzz User Manual

Known for his ability to recreate Amps in Boxes, Brian Wampler recently
became fascinated with the sound of a classic pedal through a famous amp.
One of the most obvious is a fuzz pedal into a full EL34 driven stack, the kind
of tones that are a foundation strong enough to build “The Wall” on.
He wanted the smoothness AND the aggression of the fuzz, the power of the
stack and most importantly, bringing those tones to life through your amp.
This led him to a place he wasn’t expecting. As soon as the circuit jumped to
life he found himself squeezing solo tones that could easily leave you numb,
albeit really comfortably... In fact, it could send you right over the edge of
the Cliffs of Dover!
The chords remained clear with ALL the strings singing through, it reacted
really well when the volume on the guitar was turned down... Interesting.
With this as a base tone, there became the challenge to make it versatile
enough for fuzz fans, and distortion fans, but retain the character flavor the
pedal is already giving.
Utilizing several Wampler tricks and one or two completely unique approach-
es, Brian added the voicing switch to give you the option of a more fuzz
friendly tone or a more distortion tone. With the fuzz side being bigger and
looser, and the dirt side being tighter and brighter, this pedal works wonder-
fully if you want to retain your tone yet smash it up in the best possible way.
So, if you are are lusting over the sweetest sustaining fuzz or the dirtiest
destroyed fuzz that can border on distortion, the Velvet Fuzz is for you - there
is no other fuzz like it..
To get the most out of your new pedal, you'll want to become very familiar
with the controls. The Velvet Fuzz has three controls and 2 voicing options.
Each control will effect the others so it’s good initially to try and see how each
effects the others. For example, the brightness knob reacts a bit differently in
the BIG position than it does in the TIGHT position.
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Wampler Velvet Fuzz Specifications

General

Type	Fuzz
Controls	Volume, Fuzz, Tone
Power Supply	9V DC
Bypass	True Bypass
Input Impedance	1 MΩ
Output Impedance	100 Ω
Bright/Dark switch	Yes

Summary

Velvet Fuzz Pedal Overview

Design and Sound Philosophy

Brian Wampler's inspiration for the Velvet Fuzz pedal, focusing on classic amp tones and aggressive fuzz.

Controls Introduction

Introduces the pedal's three controls and two voicing options, noting their interactive nature.

Velvet Fuzz Controls Explained

Bypass Switch

Details the relay-based soft switch for true bypass operation and LED indicator.

Volume Control

Adjusts the pedal's output level, suggesting finding a unity volume setting.

Fuzz Control

Determines the amount and style of fuzz, varying with the voicing switch.

Brightness Control

Adjusts tone from dark/bassy to bright/high-forward, reacting differently with voicing options.

Big / Tight Voicing Switch

Offers two distinct tonal voicings: a fat, creamy fuzz or a tighter, distortion-like fuzz.

Suggested Settings

Numb, but comfortable

A suggested setting for the Velvet Fuzz pedal, likely emphasizing smooth, sustaining tones.

Cliffs of Johnson

A suggested setting for the Velvet Fuzz pedal, potentially evoking specific tonal characteristics.

That lady is foxy

A suggested setting for the Velvet Fuzz pedal, indicating a particular tonal preference.

White, and stripey

A suggested setting for the Velvet Fuzz pedal, aiming for a distinct sonic profile.

Important Information and Warranty

Pedal Placement and Buffering

Advises on pedal placement, noting that buffers can affect performance, especially in Big mode.

Limited Warranty Policy

Outlines Wampler's five-year warranty terms, coverage, and return procedures.

Safety, Compliance, and Support

Covers FCC compliance, potential radio interference, warranty registration, and customer support contact.