Greetings, sound archaeologists and fuzz disciples! You are looking at one of the most revered and mystical circuits in the pantheon of guitar effects: the classic TB MkII with three transistors. The Barrows pays homage to this iconic temple of germanium while adding modern refinements that would make even the most demanding vintage purists weep with harmonic joy. The original MkII circuit was the secret weapon behind some of the most powerful riffs ever recorded. From the dark songs of the caves at the dawn of metal to the wall-of-sound symphonies conjured by the greatest wizards of shoegaze, this legendary topology has been the basis for countless sonic monuments. Now, with Barrows, you can channel that same dazzling magic while enjoying the reliability and versatility offered by modern craftsmanship. At the heart of Barrows is a trio of carefully matched germanium transistors, nestled in a finely tuned circuit that has been meticulously designed to produce everything from light, singing distortion to crushing fuzz tones with almost infinite harmonic sustain. This isn't just another fuzz pedal, it's a gateway to the legendary sounds that have haunted the dreams of fuzz fanatics for decades. The Barrows offers the characteristic mid-focused tones with powerful bass and bright highs that made the original MkII a studio legend. But unlike its temperamental ancestors, the Barrows benefits from several modern improvements that transform it from a vintage curiosity into a contemporary powerhouse. The phase-corrected and buffered output ensures good compatibility with other downstream pedals, while the increased output volume and wide range of fuzz tones make it a versatile sonic weapon. All this power is packed into a compact enclosure that saves you valuable space on your pedalboard, because every square inch counts when you're building your sonic arsenal. Gone are the days of complicated positive-ground power supplies and battery-only operation. The Barrows runs on standard 9V power supplies, making it compatible with all common power sources for pedalboards. True bypass switching ensures that your signal remains intact when the pedal is off, while the MkII circuitry works its germanium magic when you need it.