Red Fuzz

effect pedal project by mirosol

Here's the Red Fuzz effect pedal project from mirosol.

This project has been described using terms like fuzz, stripboard, and vero and is reportedly verified, meaning many hobbyists have already completed this project and verify that the instructions are without issue.

Beyond the specs and details found on this page, you'll want to check out these stripboard resources too.

Project Resources

Parts List

  • C1
    47n
  • C2
    1n
  • C3
    10u
  • C4
    100n
  • C5
    100n
  • C6
    220n
  • C7
    3n3
  • D1
    LED
  • D2
    LED
  • P1
    1M Intensity
  • P2
    100k Tone
  • P3
    100k Volume
  • Q1
    LF351
  • Q1 (Alt)
    TL071
  • Q1 (Alt)
    741
  • Q1 (Alt)
    Opamp Single
  • R1
    10k
  • R2
    1M
  • R3
    10k
  • R4
    470k
  • R5
    1k8
  • R6
    470k
  • R7
    1M
  • R8
    2k2
  • T1
    J201
  • T1 (Alt)
    JFET_N
  • U1
    9V

Similar transistors & Potential Alternatives

Can't find an exact match for the recommended transistors in this project within your stash? Or maybe you just feel like experimenting. Use these tables below to get started finding a suitable or otherwise interesting transistor substitution.

There may be 2 alternatives for the J201 mentioned above in the parts list for this project. These suggestions were derived by considering the original component's FETType, CntlChType, Vgs, Vds, and Id values and finding comparables in our database. These alternatives are suggestions for further exploration (fun!) and have not been tested in the context of this project. You can also to suit your preferences.

J201
more info
CntlChType
N
channel
FETType
JFET
Id
0.001
A
Pd
0.625
W
Tj
150
°C
Vds
40
V
Vgs
1.5
V
MMBFJ201
more info
CntlChType
N
channel
FETType
JFET
Id
0.001
A
Pd
0.35
W
Tj
150
°C
Vds
40
V
Vgs
1.5
V