Description
Strymon - Fairfax Class A - Output Stage Drive Pedal
Miniature Marvel
Fairfax isn’t really a distortion pedal. Instead, it’s a complete miniature amplifier in 100% analog form, based upon a little-known device from the 60’s that powered a number of classic rock anthems.
The sound and feel is extremely tube-like, with added harmonics and saturation coming from a clever circuit that emulates the critical behavior of a tube amp’s output transformer. It’s a drive pedal that feels completely natural to play, retains the natural sound of your guitar, and glues notes together in a truly organic way.
Features:
- A full-scale amp replicated with 100% analog circuitry, inspired by a tube-powered device from the 1960s
- Versatile design and massive gain range covers everything from clean boost to harmonic-rich saturation to all-out angular madness
- Replaces tube stages with JFETs and features a custom circuit to emulate the characteristics of an output transformer to retain a rich, warm analog sound
- Intuitive Drive and Level controls to dial in your sound
- Bright switch rounds over excessive high end in your signal
- Dynamic Sag circuit replicates the behavior of an amp pushed to its limits, featuring the firm sound of a solid-state rectifier on lower settings and all-out sputtering insanity when cranked
- Input voltage is converted to 40V internally from the 9V power supply to better replicate the nature of a full-sized amp
- Ultra-compact, road-ready metal enclosure with convenient top-mounted knobs
- Internal jumper sets the pedal's power-up state, allowing you to choose whether the pedal is automatically engaged when powered up
Specifications:
- Pedal Type: Overdrive
- Analog/Digital: Analog
- Controls: Knobs: Drive, Level, Sag; Switches: Bright
- Number of Footswitch Buttons: 1
- Inputs: 1 x 1/4"
- Outputs: 1 x 1/4"
- True Bypass: Yes
- Power Source: 9V DC power supply (sold separately)
- Manufacturer Part Number: Z120-FRFX
Warranty Information
We offer a 45 day no questions asked return policy on all new and used gear. Applicable new units are also always sold with the full manufacturers warranty.
