Astro Tone Fuzz
By Analog Man
A fuzz based on the 1960s Sam Ash Fuzzz Boxx and Astrotone, sitting between fuzz and distortion and easy to hear in a band mix.
About this pedal
The Astro Tone, released in 2010, is based on the Sam Ash Fuzzz Boxx and Astrotone Fuzz that Astro Amp built in New York in the late 1960s. Analog Mike first cloned that circuit in the mid-90s.
It lands somewhere between fuzz and distortion and reacts differently depending on the amp. Analog Man pitches it as much easier to use live than a Fuzz Face. Bass players like it too.
Specs
| Based on | 1966-68 Sam Ash Fuzzz Boxx / Astrotone Fuzz by Astro Amp (NYC) |
|---|---|
| Released | 2010 |
| Options | {"Jack nuts":"Metal or black plastic (no charge)"} |
Quick answers
- How much does the Astro Tone Fuzz cost?
- Analog Man lists it at $195 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Astro Tone Fuzz still available?
- Yes. Analog Man lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Astro Tone Fuzz?
- Analog Man. Where it's built: Handmade in the USA (Analog Delay and Prince of Tone are hand-soldered but not fully USA-built). It's listed here as a fuzz pedal.
- What warranty does Analog Man offer?
- Analog Man warrants all pedals it builds or modifies for one year to the original owner. Pedals it sells but doesn't build or modify carry their own manufacturer's warranty.
- How long is the wait for Analog Man gear?
- King of Tone is sold only through a waiting list (email to join, see kingoftone.com); the list is very long and customers are limited to four KOT pedals total since 2016. Other pedals list their build time on each order page's availability line.