Blood Buzz

The Valco BloodBuzz is a versatile pedal that combines fuzz and drive effects in one enclosure. The pedal offers a wide array of features and controls for creating various tones and textures. Here are the technical specifications and details for the BloodBuzz by Valco:

Fuzz Section:
- Controls: The Fuzz section includes controls for Fuzz, Tone, and Level.
- Voice Selector: It features a 4-way Voice Switch with the following options:
- OFF: Acts as a '2 Knob' fuzz, using Fuzz and Level controls only.
- 1: Introduces a 'Mid Scoop' with a 1Khz EQ dip, providing a 'Muff' style fuzz.
- 2: Offers a more neutral EQ curve with increased mid focus, suitable for both rhythm and lead fuzz tones.
- 3: Configures the fuzz section to enter deep bias saturation with the introduction of an extra input drive stage, resulting in a gnarly and gated sound, known as the classic Cheese sound.

Drive Section:
- Controls: The Drive section includes controls for Drive, Tone, and Level.
- Voice Selector: It also features a 3-way Voice Selector with the following options:
- OFF: Tone Bypass, using Drive and Level controls only.
- 1: Introduces the TONE circuit.
- 2: Similar to Voice 1 with the introduction of a Shelving EQ to roll off bass end.
- 3: Similar to Voice 2 with a higher frequency shift to increase the bass roll-off.

Additional Features:
- Independent Fuzz Out and Drive In: Allows for rearranging the order or adding effects in various configurations.
- Power: The pedal can be powered by a standard 9V center-negative AC adaptor or internal 9V battery.

Dimensions and Power Specs:
- Dimensions: 7.09" X 7.87" X 3.43"
- Power Specs: 9VDC PSU (not included), battery powered (optional)

The Valco BloodBuzz is designed to offer a modern tribute to the legendary Lovetone Cheese Source pedal, with modern tweaks to improve the overall EQ and expand its versatility. It is a versatile and powerful pedal suitable for a wide range of musical styles and applications.