The Benson Amps STÖRKN Fuzz is a Benson Amps fuzz pedal, currently around $245. Close alternatives include the Benson Amps Stonk BOX and the Zvex Vexter Series Fuzz Factory. It pairs well with the Magnatone 280 and the Fender Vibrolux 6G11.
Benson Amps STÖRKN Fuzz
Benson Amps · pedal
The Benson Amps STÖRKN B0kš is a limited-edition oscillating germanium fuzz pedal created in collaboration with guitarist and composer David Torn. An augmented version of the Benson Stonk Box, the STÖRKN adds more bass frequency content and a diode network in an oscillation path that produces sub tones, synthy filter sounds, and what Benson describes as the ability to ruin a perfectly good set with the press of a button. Uses NOS 2N404 or 2N527 germanium transistors with automatic thermal bias that gently warms the germanium to a preset operating point using analog components. Requires 2-3 minutes after power-on to sound correct. 9V DC only, no battery. 250 units worldwide. $289.
- germanium
- filter
- sub
- diode
- transistor
- experimental
- consistent
- fuzz
Price updated Aug 27, 2026
Genres the Benson Amps STÖRKN Fuzz is commonly used in
- Experimental
- Alternative
cited
Inferred from shared tonal signals, not a stated genre tag.
Amps that pair well with the Benson Amps STÖRKN Fuzz
Magnatone 280
Magnatone
21% matchMagnatone 280 layers modulated onto an already fuzzy signal
Fender Vibrolux 6G11
amplifier
20% matchRun fuzzy into Fender Vibrolux 6G11 for more modulated on top
Gibson Les Paul LP-1 Preamp
Gibson
tonal matchGibson Les Paul LP-1 Preamp stacks modulated on top of the fuzzy already here
Pedals that stack with the Benson Amps STÖRKN Fuzz
Walrus Audio Julianna Deluxe Chorus/Vibrato
Walrus Audio
22% matchKeep Benson Amps STÖRKN Fuzz's germanium voice out front: Walrus Audio Julianna Deluxe Chorus/Vibrato goes after Benson Amps STÖRKN Fuzz in the signal chain so its modulated voice doesn't muddy it
Walrus Audio Ages
Walrus Audio
19% matchRun fuzzy into Walrus Audio Ages for more clean boost on top
Fender Blender
Fender
19% matchFender Blender layers octave onto an already fuzzy signal
Pigtronix Echolution
Pigtronix
13% matchRun Pigtronix Echolution after Benson Amps STÖRKN Fuzz in the signal chain, clear of Benson Amps STÖRKN Fuzz's own gain stage — goes in the amp's FX loop (or last, into a clean amp)
Walrus Audio Melee Wall of Noise Black
Walrus Audio
13% matchRun Walrus Audio Melee Wall of Noise Black after Benson Amps STÖRKN Fuzz in the signal chain, clear of Benson Amps STÖRKN Fuzz's own gain stage — goes in the amp's FX loop (or last, into a clean amp)
Jackson Audio Bloom V2 Compressor/EQ
Jackson Audio
12% matchJackson Audio Bloom V2 Compressor/EQ's own transparent character is the real reason this is worth trying
SolidGoldFX Oblivion
Solidgoldfx
tonal matchPut SolidGoldFX Oblivion in front and the fuzzy tone leans further toward octave
Caroline Guitar Company Parabola State Tremolo
Caroline Guitar Company
tonal matchPut Caroline Guitar Company Parabola State Tremolo in front and the fuzzy tone leans further toward clean boost
Cheaper alternatives
Catalinbread Airstrip Console Pre
Catalinbread
67% similarityShared character: filter, fuzz, analog
Dunlop Fuzz Face Mini Germanium
Dunlop
67% similarityShared character: noise, fuzz
Mythos Golden Fleece
Mythos
65% similarityShared character: fuzz
EarthQuaker Devices Hoof Germanium
EarthQuaker Devices
65% similarityShared character: fuzz, live
Empress Germ Drive
Empress
91% similaritysimilar tone character
EarthQuaker Devices Fuzz Master General
EarthQuaker Devices
91% similaritysimilar tone character
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Benson Amps Stonk BOX
Benson Amps
70% similarity“An augmented version of the Benson Stonk Box, the STÖRKN adds more bass frequency content and a diode network in an oscillation path”
Zvex Vexter Series Fuzz Factory
pedal
65% similarityShared character: noise
Fuzz Face Dunlop Fuzz Face Distortion
Fuzz Face
65% similarityShared character: fuzz
Tru-Fi Rat Pack Compact
Tru Fi
64% similaritySimilar voicing: germanium, fuzzy
Death By Audio Germanium Filter
Death By Audio
93% similaritysimilar tone character
Benson Amps Stonk Box (Solar White)
Benson Amps
92% similaritysimilar tone character
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Questions people ask
What are good alternatives to the Benson Amps STÖRKN Fuzz?+
The closest matches in character are the Benson Amps Stonk BOX, the Zvex Vexter Series Fuzz Factory, the Fuzz Face Dunlop Fuzz Face Distortion. Budget picks: Catalinbread Airstrip Console Pre, Dunlop Fuzz Face Mini Germanium, Mythos Golden Fleece.
What pairs well with the Benson Amps STÖRKN Fuzz?+
Strong matches from rig and tone-complementarity evidence: Magnatone 280, Fender Vibrolux 6G11, Gibson Les Paul LP-1 Preamp — Magnatone 280 layers modulated onto an already fuzzy signal.
How much does the Benson Amps STÖRKN Fuzz cost?+
Around $245 (live listing price, updated Aug 27, 2026).
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