Wilson Effects Mordant – Vintage Germanium Fuzz with Modern Versatility

The Mordant is a modern reiteration of the classic Uber Fubar Fuzz, itself based on the legendary Baldwin Burns Buzzaround circuit. Staying true to its roots, this pedal features three Motorola Germanium PNP transistors, delivering everything from smooth fuzz overtones to an aggressive, biting fuzz tone.

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Key Features & Controls

• Authentic Germanium Fuzz – Uses three Motorola PNP transistors for a rich, vintage fuzz tone.
• Stock & Loose Fuzz Modes – A toggle switch lets you choose between a tighter, classic Buzzaround sound and a looser, more open fuzz.
• Versatile Sound Palette – Ideal for Rock, Blues, Doom, and Metal, delivering a wide range of fuzz textures.
• True Bypass – Preserves your signal when the pedal is disengaged.

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Additional Features

• Compact Design – The original circuit has been downsized to a more pedalboard-friendly enclosure.
• Standard Power Requirements – Runs on a 9VDC 2.1mm center-negative power supply (no battery optiondue to space limitations).
• Handmade in the USA – Crafted with precision using high-quality through-hole components.
• One-Year Warranty – Covers parts and labor for added peace of mind.

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The Mordant revives a legendary fuzz tone while offering modern flexibility in a compact format.

This listing is a pre-order as all pedals are built to order. I typically get them out sooner than the 5 Day lead time but this gives me plenty of time to get the orders filled when things get super busy. Please feel free to contact me with any other questions. Thanks- Kevin