1973 MXR Blue Box Octave Fuzz pedal BUD BOX – Octave

Octave

Used

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About MXR

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MXR, short for “Mixing,” is a well-respected manufacturer of guitar pedals and audio effects units known for their reliability, innovation, and iconic sound. Established in the 1970s, MXR has been a staple in the pedalboard setups of countless musicians across various genres, from rock and blues to metal and beyond. Renowned for classics like the Phase 90, Dyna Comp compressor, and Carbon Copy delay, MXR pedals offer a wide range of effects to help guitarists shape and enhance their tone. With a commitment to quality construction and timeless designs, MXR continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in effects pedals, providing musicians with the tools they need to unleash their creativity and express their unique sonic identities.

MXR M103 Blue Box™ Octave Fuzz

£102.99 £99.40

Shovels out enough low frequencies to scare a blue whale Takes your guitar signal, fuzzes it up, then duplicates it two octaves down Known for having a chaotic personality that can make each session a totally unique experience Powered by a single 9 volt battery or Dunlop's ECB-003 AC adapter (sold separately)

Jim Dunlop MXR SF01 Slash Octave Fuzz Black

£155.99

Fuzz tone with a separate sub octave voice & an octave up fuzz Internal gain & tone pots shape the octave up fuzz effect All analog circuitry, true bypass Heavy duty housing with durable jacks and switches Model Number: SF01

MXR M287 Sub Octave Bass Fuzz Guitar Effects Pedal

£209.00

Combines two switchable fuzz flavors with a growling sub octave signal Separate dry volume control ensures clean low end Retention Bass and Treble controls allow you to fine-tune your fuzz signal Mid level control allows you to boost your clean midrange to cut through the mix

MXR M306 POLY BLUE OCTAVE – EA

£177.40

Effect Pedal MXR Octave Poly Blue Pedal