Essential Information About the SolidGoldFX If 6 Was 9 MKII Fuzz Pedal
- Silicon fuzz with BC183 transistors, inspired by the legendary Fuzz Face, featuring exemplary "cleanup" with the guitar volume.
- Adjustable internal voltage booster from 5 to 15 V to switch from a compressed, "saggy" tone to powerful headroom.
- Dedicated Bias and Saturate controls to shape dynamics, optimize impedance, and integrate perfectly with a wah.
- Body voicing with 3 positions (Fat, Treble Boost, Classic), soft-touch true bypass, and top-mounted jacks.
A Modern Tribute to a Fuzz Legend
Born in the shadow of the Dallas-Arbiter Fuzz Face, the If 6 Was 9 MKII carries on the sonic aesthetic that defined rock in the '60s and '70s. An evolution of the BC183 model launched over ten years ago, this MKII preserves the vintage soul while adding contemporary tools for exemplary reliability and consistency on stage and in the studio.
For Which Guitarists and Styles?
Ideal for lovers of blues-rock, psychedelic, indie, stoner, or classic rock, it suits everyone from curious guitarists to demanding professionals. Its high touch sensitivity and ability to clean up with the guitar's volume knob make it a formidable companion on a pedalboard, in front of a tube amp, both live and in recording.
Controls and Innovations Serving Your Playing
The MKII features an internal voltage booster controlled by the Volts 5-15V knob to choose between smooth compression or a firmer, more open attack. The Bias adjusts the core of the circuit for textures ranging from gated to singing sustain. Saturate adjusts input gain and impedance for better "cleanup" and perfect compatibility with a wah. The Body selector offers three complementary voicings, while Fuzz and Volume finalize the saturation amount and output level.
The Sound
Expect thick but controlled bass, present mids that cut through the mix, and silky highs without harshness. The pedal responds beautifully to playing nuances and guitar volume, shifting from gritty cleans to a wide, singing roar. In the spirit of tones popularized by icons like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Johnson, or Stevie Ray Vaughan, it offers a spectrum from velvety fuzz to tight bite, always musical and inspiring.
Technical Specifications
Controls
- Volume: output level.
- Fuzz: amount of saturation.
- Bias: adjusts the voltage of transistor Q2 for textures from gated to sustain.
- Volts 5-15V: internal voltage adjustment for more compression or headroom.
- Saturate: input gain/impedance for better "cleanup" and wah compatibility.
Switches
- Body 3 positions: Fat (left), Treble Boost (center), Classic (right).
- Soft-touch footswitch with True Bypass.
Circuit and Design
- Silicon fuzz based on the Dallas-Arbiter Fuzz Face.
- 2 selected BC183 transistors.
- Internal voltage booster from 5 to 15 V.
- Handmade in Montreal, Canada.
Connectivity and Ergonomics
- Input and output on top-mounted 6.35 mm jacks.
- Compact format for pedalboard use.
Dimensions
Included Accessories
- Power supply not included.
- User documentation.
Power Consumption
- 9 V DC power supply, center negative, 2.1 mm plug.
- Consumption: 20 mA.
- Important: do not exceed 9 V on external power supply (internal voltage booster).