MXR M236 Super Badass Variac Fuzz Guitar Effects Pedal

The MXR M236 Super Badass Variac Fuzz is a guitar effects pedal designed to deliver a wide spectrum of vintage-inspired fuzz tones. It recreates the classic, aggressive silicon fuzz sound prized by guitarists, with the added flexibility of modern controls. The pedal is built around a carefully restored vintage circuit, offering that characteristic biting and textured distortion that works well for rock, blues, and alternative styles. Its defining feature is the Variac control, which allows you to adjust the pedal's internal voltage from 5 to 15 volts. This mimics the effect of a battery losing power, enabling you to achieve everything from a tight, gated 'dying battery' fuzz with pronounced compression to a more open, dynamic sound with greater headroom at higher voltages. This eliminates the need to physically use depleted batteries. The pedal is completed with dedicated Gain, Output, and Tone controls, giving you precise command over the distortion character, volume, and high-end response to suit different guitars and amplifiers. Housed in a robust, road-ready casing with true bypass switching, it ensures your guitar's pure tone is preserved when the effect is off. This pedal is an excellent choice for guitarists seeking a versatile, studio-quality fuzz that can cover everything from classic rock textures to more experimental, spluttery sounds. Its intuitive layout makes it easy to dial in, whether you're on stage or recording at home.