Sun Bender MK1.5
By Analog Man
Analog Man's take on the early two-knob Tone Bender MK1.5, with an added bias knob for brighter, gated or softer fuzz tones.
About this pedal
The Sun Bender MK1.5 follows the Tone Bender MK1.5 circuit, with a few part values changed for more output and better behavior with different guitars. A center bias knob covers bright, cutting over-biased tones down to gated, MKI-style sputter. An internal clean trimpot presets how much it cleans up.
It cleans up gradually as the guitar volume comes down, and the fuzz knob stays useful at low settings. The store currently lists it as unavailable, and Analog Man says it hopes to have them back soon.
Specs
| Circuit | Tone Bender MK1.5 topology with tweaked values, NOS Mullard-type transistors |
|---|---|
| Controls | Volume, fuzz, center bias knob; internal master bias and clean trimpots |
| Options | {"Jacks":"Top or side; on/off fuzz pot +$15 or mini toggle +$25","Power jack":"+$15","LED":"+$15"} |
| Tariff surcharge | $10 per pedal |
Quick answers
- How much does the Sun Bender MK1.5 cost?
- Analog Man lists it at $295 to $350 (USD), depending on options. Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Sun Bender MK1.5 still available?
- It's a current model, but Analog Man listed it as out of stock when we last checked.
- Who makes the Sun Bender MK1.5?
- 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.