Univox Super-fuzz (orange model)

[dawnofzion]

I'm looking to make a univox super-fuzz (orange version).  I am looking for a layout of this model.  Does anyone know where I can find what i need to make this?  Thanks

[SonicVI]

http://members.fortunecity.com/uzzfay/superfuzz2/superfuzz2.html

[kupervaser]

Hey, what is so special about the orange version? Isn't it just the enclosure which changed? Well i also see there are different transistors used for it.
But i think the layout stayed pretty the same. I built one from the vero layout:

But you could also try this website, they have a pcb ready for toner transfer: http://ustomp.com/?p=12

It's an awesome sounding fuzz, however very unusufull.

Here is mine:


And this is how it sounds:
http://www.soundclick.com/bands/page_songInfo.cfm?bandID=435410&songID=7462285

Good luck

[dawnofzion]

What transistors are in that vero layout?  Did I miss them or are they not noted?  I can't seem to find the 2SC536 G7C transistors that were in the original orange super-fuzz.  What is a good replacement  tranny?

[yeeshkul]

2sc828, 2sc536

[jrod]

Talon has them. Just search here: http://www.talonix.com/shop/   Kind of expensive, though.

Ustomp schematic of the Unicord Super Fuzz shows 2sc539. Perhaps this will work, too.

[yeeshkul]

2sc536

[kupervaser]

You can also use these: 2N2222 or 2N3391 but I uses whatever the hell i had. I've tried different kinds but I couldn't really hear the difference.

[bluesdevil]

Great big sound on that Superfuzz, kupervaser! It's my next build so I was wondering about the best trannies also. Good to know it's not too particular on what you use, but would be cool to go with the originals.

[R.G.]

There are remarkably few circuits where the specific transistor type number makes a  huge difference.

When in doubt, use a 2N5088. 

[bluesdevil]

There are remarkably few circuits where the specific transistor type number makes a  huge difference.

When in doubt, use a 2N5088. 

Thanks R.G., I may just go with the 2n5089 since I have a big pile of 'em at hand.

[kupervaser]

Thanx, if you like the sound of the sample I can open the pedal and look which transistors I used.

I've been pretty lucky, i picked up an old 80th technics tuner for a few euros. When i opened it i was very surprised to find 7 of the 2sc828 transistors.
I might try them in the Super Fuzz. If I do I will post my results here.

[yeeshkul]

I used 2sc828s purchased at banzai.com.

soundsamples:
http://www.hoho.cz/efekty/sounds/superfuzz.mp3
http://www.hoho.cz/efekty/sounds/superfuzz2.mp3

[kupervaser]

Hey yeshkul, have you tried any others?

If yes, have you been able to hear any difference?

[yeeshkul]

I haven't. The only way to find out about transistors this way is to build 2 identical units and compare them straight. Unfortunately the method "use sockets and swap the devices" doesn't work well
I am comparing TS-808s right now with different 4885 releases (2 identical units in a double loop with different chips) and you would be surprised how different results i'm getting from before when i was just swapping the chips in one unit.

[kupervaser]

I suppose you are right. Still i was swaping transistors untill i got the ones that just sounded right to me.
I mean if they sound good to you than it is good sound, at least if you are going to play othrough it.

[yeeshkul]

yes, sure i agree. you can find a sound you like, however you are not able to compare that way.