The Univox Super-Fuzz is a Univox fuzz pedal, currently around $599. Close alternatives include the Rainger FX Razor Fuzz Virtual Plectrum Fuzz and the Tru-Fi Super Fuzz Version 2. It pairs well with the Dumble Overdrive Special Amp Head and the Laney RB3 Richter Bass Amp.
Univox Super-Fuzz
Univox · pedal
The Univox Super-Fuzz is a vintage fuzz pedal made from 1968 into the late 1970s, prized for a thick, raw, octave-laced fuzz unlike any other. Its full-wave rectifier circuit adds an upper octave and a hint of lower octave, producing heavy compression and a mild ring-modulator edge, while a two-position tone switch scoops the mids for a fat, almost bassy voice or a brighter cutting setting. It delivers a saturated, buzzsaw sustain heard on classic recordings, and is closely associated with Pete Townshend and The Who as well as early heavy rock. Best suited to aggressive rhythm and singing lead lines in rock and proto-metal.
What stands out
“The full-wave rectification injects upper-octave shimmer and a faint ring-mod grit that thickens single notes and makes leads soar”
— from the reviews
“Players use it for raw rock rhythm and screaming, sustained leads, and its tone switch lets it move between a scooped, bassy Who-style fuzz and a more cutting setting”
— from the community notes
“Its full-wave rectifier circuit adds an upper octave and a hint of lower octave, producing heavy compression and a mild ring-modulator edge, while a two-position tone switch scoops the mids for a fat, almost bassy voice or a brighter cuttin…”
— from the listing
“It excels at vintage hard-rock leads and raw rhythm grind”
— from the reviews
“The caveats are that it is a strongly colored, somewhat one-trick effect, the mid-scoop can disappear in a band mix, and vintage units vary and can be noisy”
— from the community notes
- octave
- rhythm
- raw
- compression
- lead
- scoop
- full
- rock
Price updated Oct 24, 2026
Genres the Univox Super-Fuzz is commonly used in
- Rock
- Hard Rock
- Metal
- Alternative
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Inferred from shared tonal signals, not a stated genre tag. - Psychedelic Rock
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Inferred from shared tonal signals, not a stated genre tag. - Grunge
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Inferred from shared tonal signals, not a stated genre tag.
Amps that pair well with the Univox Super-Fuzz
Dumble Overdrive Special Amp Head
Dumble
47% matchshapes the dynamic responseShapes how the tone responds to picking dynamics rather than its frequency or gain. (dynamic → compressed)
The dynamic tone has headroom to spare — Univox Super-Fuzz leans it toward compressed to fill it in
Comes later in the signal chain
Laney RB3 Richter Bass Amp
Laney
46% matchfills a frequency gapFills in a frequency range the other side doesn't cover, instead of piling more onto what's already there. (scooped → mid-forward)
The Richter's rehearsal-oriented bass EQ gives the Super Fuzz's raw octave-fuzz character a straightforward amp platform.
Comes later in the signal chain
Milkman Sound Creamer 20W Combo
Milkman Sound
41% matchfills a frequency gapFills in a frequency range the other side doesn't cover, instead of piling more onto what's already there. (scooped → mid-forward)
Milkman Sound Creamer 20W Combo pushes a scooped tone toward mid-forward
Comes later in the signal chain
Dumble Steel String Singer
Dumble
39% matchshapes the dynamic responseShapes how the tone responds to picking dynamics rather than its frequency or gain. (dynamic → compressed)
The dynamic tone has headroom to spare — Univox Super-Fuzz leans it toward compressed to fill it in
Comes later in the signal chain
Two-Rock Vintage Deluxe 6L6 35W 1x12 Combo
Two-Rock
37% matchshapes the dynamic responseShapes how the tone responds to picking dynamics rather than its frequency or gain. (dynamic → compressed)
Univox Super-Fuzz leans this dynamic tone toward compressed, which it doesn't make on its own
Comes later in the signal chain
DV Mark Raw Dawg EG
Dv Mark
33% matchfills a frequency gapFills in a frequency range the other side doesn't cover, instead of piling more onto what's already there. (dark → bright)
Univox Super-Fuzz leans bright right where the dark tone needs it
Comes later in the signal chain
Port City Pearl 50
Port City
33% matchshapes the dynamic responseShapes how the tone responds to picking dynamics rather than its frequency or gain. (dynamic → compressed)
Feed the Super-Fuzz's raw octave buzz into the Pearl 50's rich, expressive clean voice and the fuzz gets to do all the dirty work.
Comes later in the signal chain
Magnatone Twilighter Stereo 22W Head
Magnatone
33% matchfills a frequency gapFills in a frequency range the other side doesn't cover, instead of piling more onto what's already there. (transparent → mid-forward)
The Super-Fuzz's raw, scooped fuzz needs the Twilighter's own warm, glassy clean tone underneath it to keep from sounding thin.
Comes later in the signal chain
Pedals that stack with the Univox Super-Fuzz
Ibanez Tube Screamer
Ibanez
32% matchfills a frequency gapFills in a frequency range the other side doesn't cover, instead of piling more onto what's already there. (scooped → mid-forward)
The Screamer's mid-forward boost tightens the Super Fuzz's raw, scooped octave-fuzz character ahead of it.
Comes earlier in the signal chain
Klon Centaur
Klon
26% matchfills a frequency gapFills in a frequency range the other side doesn't cover, instead of piling more onto what's already there. (scooped → mid-forward)
The Klon's transparent boost tightens the Super Fuzz's raw, scooped octave-fuzz character ahead of it.
Comes earlier in the signal chain
MXR Phase 90
MXR
20% matchsits in the right chain slotPlaced for where it does its job cleanly in the chain, not for a tonal interaction with the anchor.
Put the Phase 90 after the Super Fuzz, not before, so the sweep rides on an already-saturated signal instead of getting swallowed.
Comes later in the signal chain
MXR Dyna Comp
MXR
20% matchfills a frequency gapFills in a frequency range the other side doesn't cover, instead of piling more onto what's already there. (scooped → mid-forward)
The Dyna Comp's squash evens the signal before it reaches the Super Fuzz's raw, scooped octave-fuzz stage.
Comes earlier in the signal chain
Electro-Harmonix XO Deluxe Memory Man
Electro-Harmonix
12% matchsits in the right chain slotPlaced for where it does its job cleanly in the chain, not for a tonal interaction with the anchor. (fuzzy → modulated)
The Memory Man's lush analog echo trails the Super Fuzz's raw, scooped octave-fuzz character into a wash of repeats. — goes in the amp's FX loop (or last, into a clean amp)
Comes later in the signal chain
Caroline Guitar Company Kilobyte
Caroline Guitar Company
11% matchsits in the right chain slotPlaced for where it does its job cleanly in the chain, not for a tonal interaction with the anchor.
Keep Caroline Guitar Company Kilobyte after Univox Super-Fuzz in the signal chain, clear of Univox Super-Fuzz's own gain stage — goes in the amp's FX loop (or last, into a clean amp)
Comes later in the signal chain
Fender Hammertone Flanger
Fender
9% matchUnivox Super-Fuzz leans toward octave, and that's a real, usable character to pair with
Comes later in the signal chain
Alchemy Audio Phasor II
Alchemy Audio
9% matchUnivox Super-Fuzz's own octave character is the real reason this is worth trying
Comes later in the signal chain
Cheaper alternatives
Rainger FX Razor Fuzz Virtual Plectrum Fuzz
Rainger Fx
62% similarityShared character: each note, raw, noise
Tru-Fi Super Fuzz Version 2
Tru Fi
59% similarity“is a hand-built USA clone of the Univox Super Fuzz”
EarthQuaker Devices Fuzz Master General V2
EarthQuaker Devices
58% similarity“is an octave fuzz inspired by the classic Univox Super-Fuzz circuit, featuring a three-position diode selector”
Black Cat Pedals Super Fuzz
Black Cat Pedals
58% similarity“Faithful Univox Super Fuzz recreation — aggressive fuzz foundation with genuine two-stage octave-doubling”
JHS Legends of Fuzz Supreme 1972 Japan Fuzz
JHS Pedals
58% similarity“is a historically accurate recreation of the Univox Super-Fuzz circuit from 1972 Japan”
Suhr Thornicus Ian Thornly Signature Fuzz
Suhr
56% similarityShared character: each note, one octave, thickness
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Questions people ask
What are good alternatives to the Univox Super-Fuzz?+
The closest matches in character are the Rainger FX Razor Fuzz Virtual Plectrum Fuzz, the Tru-Fi Super Fuzz Version 2, the EarthQuaker Devices Fuzz Master General V2. Budget picks: Rainger FX Razor Fuzz Virtual Plectrum Fuzz, Tru-Fi Super Fuzz Version 2, EarthQuaker Devices Fuzz Master General V2.
What pairs well with the Univox Super-Fuzz?+
Strong matches from rig and tone-complementarity evidence: Dumble Overdrive Special Amp Head, Laney RB3 Richter Bass Amp, Milkman Sound Creamer 20W Combo — The dynamic tone has headroom to spare — Univox Super-Fuzz leans it toward compressed to fill it in.
How much does the Univox Super-Fuzz cost?+
Around $599 (live listing price, updated Oct 24, 2026).