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    Test: Kruel & Mar Karit pedals

    May 09, 2023 6 minutes

    Features Kruel

    Stompbox / desktop audio

    Vintage fuzz

    NOS germanium transistors

    High quality components

    Tone and volume controls

    True bypass

    Made in France

    119mm x 94mm x 32 mm

    Aluminum box and PCB faceplate

    Power: 9V 40mA (center negative)

    Facts

    Manufacturer: TouellSkouarn

    Web: touellskouarn.fr

    Distribution: Alex4

    Price: 179 euros

    • authentic vintage sound
    • NOS components
    • easy handling
    • dynamic interaction
    • price
    • limited range of use
    • volume reduction
    • PCB cover

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    Alternatives

    Dunlop Germanium Fuzz Face Mini FFM2

    179 euros

    jimdunlop.com

    Wren & Cuff Your Face 60´s Germanium Fuzz

    249 euros

    wrenandcuff.com

    The first candidate is a fuzz that is based on a classic fuzz face in its design - one of the legendary guitar effects of the 60s and closely associated with the name Jimi Hendrix. The Kruel gets its special sound from two germanium transistors, which are like most of the components „New Old Stock“ (NOS). So the components that are responsible for the valued pure vintage sound have been put together here with great attention to detail.

    Externals

    The fine components

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