Aguilar Fuzzistor
Warranty from the manufacturer: 12 months.
Description of Aguilar Fuzzistor
When it comes to creating a bold, expressive, and truly fat bass tone, right at the heart of it all stands the Aguilar Fuzzistor — a pedal designed to spark inspiration, push you towards new ideas, and open the door to unexpected musical twists.
Picture this: you’ve got your bass, you’ve got your amp, but you’re craving something more. Not just a straight, clean sound, but something with grit, energy, and depth. That’s exactly where this pedal shines — it gives your bass a distinctive drive without ever dissolving into formless noise. You can shape it to sound raw and snarling, or smooth and slightly rounded-off, fitting seamlessly into everything from funk and jazz to heavy rock.
Why choose this model?
- Produces a thick, powerful overdrive while keeping every note clear and defined
- Simple, well-designed controls allow you to dial in the tone to suit your playing style
- Low noise level — perfect for both studio sessions and live gigs
- A highly versatile pedal, equally invaluable for beginners and seasoned players looking for new sonic textures
- Built with a rugged housing, ready to withstand rehearsals, tours, and stage use
Model description
The Aguilar Fuzzistor is built for bassists who love bold sounds and crave tonal variety. At its core is an all-analogue circuit, delivering a warm, full-bodied tone with plenty of character. The key lies in the way the fuzz preserves rather than swallows your low end, keeping your sound grounded and powerful.
The layout is refreshingly straightforward: four knobs — Level, Tone, Blend, and Fuzz — providing a wide sound palette. The Blend control is particularly handy, letting you mix in your clean signal with the fuzz, so your playing retains punch and clarity even at higher levels of aggression. A big plus for bassists who want to cut through a mix without losing authority.
The Tone knob lets you shape the highs, deciding whether you want a cutting edge or a darker, smoother fuzz flavour. And with the Fuzz knob, you’re in full command — from a subtle gritty bite to a full-on wall of sonic chaos. What’s more, the pedal responds beautifully to dynamics, so your articulation and playing style remain an integral part of your sound, not just the settings on a box.
Who is it for?
The Aguilar Fuzzistor feels right at home in the hands of both aspiring players and seasoned pros. Beginners will love the straightforward setup — no technical fuss, just plug in and get results straight away. You don’t need to be a sound engineer or spend hours tweaking to find a useful tone. For professional musicians, it becomes a serious creative tool: equally at ease in live performances as in studio work, where detail and preserving the bass’s unique identity really matter.
Sound engineers will find it a great way to inject character into bass tracks, making them more vivid and engaging. For composers and producers, it can be a true wellspring of ideas — the kind of gear that sparks creativity by revealing fresh tonal colours. And session players will certainly appreciate its versatility: one pedal that covers everything from warm subtleties to fierce aggression, adaptable across genres and artists.
Specifications of Aguilar Fuzzistor
- Type: bass guitar effects pedal
- Effect: fuzz
- Controls: Level, Tone, Blend, Fuzz
- Circuitry: fully analogue
- True bypass switching
- Power supply: 9V (battery or power adapter)
- Enclosure: durable metal casing
- Size: compact pedalboard-friendly format
- Made in USA