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Good Fuzz for low output AC128s?

Started by nascarbean_97, February 04, 2013, 06:01:06 PM

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nascarbean_97

February 04, 2013, 06:01:06 PM
I've got a few AC128's that have less than 40 hfe, and I'm wanting to get rid of them.  :icon_lol:
So are there any good fuzzes anyone knows about that do well with low hfe trannys? Thanks!

Arcane Analog

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February 04, 2013, 09:15:33 PM
Once upon a time I would adhere to the suggested HFE/leakage for specific circuits. Now, I try to mix it up and experiment. I have found that the recommended numbers work but sometimes you can get better results picking your own.

Try those transistors in a FF/etc and see if you like what you hear. Experiment!

nascarbean_97

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February 04, 2013, 10:45:39 PM
That buzzaround seems interesting. Same with a fuzz face, I'll go mess around.

LucifersTrip

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February 05, 2013, 03:03:07 PM
If you're going for the Fuzz Face, a good variation for low hfe's is this

http://www.luciferstrip.com/fuzz/fuzzface-fy2-mod-variable.jpg

tho, it's a lot louder and nastier than a Fuzz Face.
always think outside the box

EATyourGuitar

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February 05, 2013, 03:58:31 PM
maybe a FZ-1A? I am getting excited just thinking about it.
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LucifersTrip

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February 05, 2013, 08:34:59 PM
Quote from: EATyourGuitar on February 05, 2013, 03:58:31 PM
maybe a FZ-1A? I am getting excited just thinking about it.

prob not...you'll need more leakage than low gain ones usually have
always think outside the box
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