Best Behringer Pedal? SF300 Super Fuzz

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  • @benwinch5338
    @benwinch5338 3 роки тому +251

    Thanks for playing chords man -- a refreshing break from all the Gilmore-Hendrixing that goes on when demoing fuzz pedals

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +14

      Haha, thanks so much!

    • @dreamsun69
      @dreamsun69 3 роки тому +9

      I was about to say the same, me looking for a nice pedal for breakup with mathrock/surf rock style with my Jazzmaster ;)

    • @southerndiscomfort171
      @southerndiscomfort171 2 роки тому +2

      @@dreamsun69 use one with my jazz all the time, sounds great

    • @Bob-jl2oe
      @Bob-jl2oe Рік тому +1

      Gilmore and Hendrix didn’t know many chords. They struggled with chords

    • @Bob-jl2oe
      @Bob-jl2oe Рік тому

      Fuzz sounds like shit!!!!!

  • @hekawis2003
    @hekawis2003 3 роки тому +132

    Put the switch half way between 1 and 2. I call it one and a half. It gives a combination of both positions and is the best sounding fuzz I have ever used and I've used many.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +20

      It's such a good secret! I've actually got a video on that mode. ua-cam.com/video/L1d1OFT1f-4/v-deo.html

    • @christopherkennedy873
      @christopherkennedy873 2 роки тому +1

      +1

    • @mindfield9832
      @mindfield9832 Рік тому

      Oh man!

    • @101Volts
      @101Volts Рік тому +1

      NirvanaGuitars made a video mentioning it, too. Between his Fender Tonemaster Twin Reverb, Eastwood Hi Flyer, and this SF300 Pedal, he nailed some of the Pre-Nirvana tone on Kurt's 1985 Demo pretty well: ua-cam.com/video/EI_xtil3pW0/v-deo.html

    • @joeking433
      @joeking433 6 місяців тому +1

      I agree that it is the best fuzz pedal I've used and I have 6 others.

  • @mikeyfazed
    @mikeyfazed 11 місяців тому +22

    Just got the pedal, thanks for explaining what all the knobs do. I've been playing the riff to "Barbarian" for hours and twiddling the knobs. My neighbors love it so much they sent the cops over to hear how rad the pedal sounds!

  • @markjones2349
    @markjones2349 Рік тому +16

    Behringer pedals are fantastic for us bedroom players. I personally own about 20 of them and that's the only brand I own. They are all clones of great pedals so the tone to dollar ratio is incredible. I really really wish they would clone a studio compressor with full controls. I've had most of mine for nearly 7 years and they all work like new. I love them all.

  • @svartmetall
    @svartmetall 3 роки тому +38

    This pedal is just -hilarious-, I love it especially when played with a 7-string SG for MAXIMUM DOOOOOOM!

  • @ahtech1990
    @ahtech1990 Рік тому +5

    Man, the way you explained the settings on the fuzz made more sense than any other reviewer I've seen. Really nice review.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  Рік тому

      Im so glad to hear that! Thank you so much for checking out the video!

  • @AppleOno
    @AppleOno 6 місяців тому +1

    I appreciate how you take time to explain about each little feature, and demonstrate each mode WITHOUT showing off too much. Interesting with the background info too.
    (I wish someone would take this approach reviewing MXR's compression pedals: the dyna comp vs script version vs dyna comp deluxe vs super comp vs custom comp vs custom comp deluxe vs m76 studio compressor. The compression pedal videos are the WORST with people playing the most awful showoff wankery, instead of taking time to explain things. I just can't!)
    Anyway, thanks for explaining the ins and outs of this so we know what to expect with the footswitch, and showing us how it sounds on different guitars, ie soapbars vs humbuckers.
    As for which is my favorite Behringer pedal, the only one I have so far is the Digital Reverb DR600, which I got because it was cheap and had a bunch of modes (spring, plate, hall, gate, room, modulate) that I was curious about (particularly the plate reverb). My first impressions were that it's not going to replace my Fender combo amp's real spring reverb anytime soon, but I haven't played with it that much yet, so maybe there are some sweet spots that will come in handy. If I get serious about a reverb pedal it'll probably be a real spring reverb like the Danelectro Spring King, a Catalinbread Talisman for plate reverb, or a Boss FRV-1 but then we're getting into some serious money, which is where I'm hoping this little Behringer will help with giving me a basic idea of what the different types do and what type I might want to invest in later on. And serve the purpose for the types of reverb I'd use only occasionally.
    The Behringer SF300 sounds as good as the "real deal" so I ordered one, can't wait to try it out. Thanks again and keep up the good work!

  • @rk28984
    @rk28984 3 роки тому +27

    The SF300 ended up on my bands new album, sounded better than some boutique pedals we tried.
    My favourite Behringer pedal is the UV300, it sound so damn good...only downside is that it introduces a lot of his to the signal chain. That's why it stays off my pedal board.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +2

      Right on!! Thanks for watching!!

    • @allowitfam1257
      @allowitfam1257 Рік тому +1

      What's the name of your man? I'll look it up

    • @joeking433
      @joeking433 6 місяців тому

      The SF300 seems pretty noisy too. Use a noise gate.

  • @8153max
    @8153max 2 роки тому +24

    Their version of the tube screamer is actually very good

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  2 роки тому +4

      Totally agree! I’ve got a demo of that one too

    • @numero6285
      @numero6285 2 роки тому +3

      Absolutely, I think it’s the best TS clone I’ve tested

    • @JuanJaim
      @JuanJaim Рік тому

      Absolutely. I own another TS clone that even has the Keely mod and the Behringer blows it out of the water. Their EQ pedal is also quite functional.

  • @brianhenderson4916
    @brianhenderson4916 Рік тому +5

    I have a fully stocked Behringer PB600 pedalboard/case with the Compressor Sustainer, Super Fuzz, Ultra Octaver, Blues Overdrive (now OOP), Ultra Vibrato and Multi-FX pedals on board, and I also own a VP1 Vintage Phaser. Yes, the Super Fuzz is also my favorite from this selection. A super versatile fuzz and it's really useful to have the option to run a clean boost into the overdrive and/or with the compressor. I also really like the Ultra Vibrato (another OOP Boss pedal clone from what I hear) which does a simple job really, really well and the Ultra Octaver, which is weird and glitchy and thus fun. Really good down to earth review by the way. Keep up the good work, I'll be checking out your other videos.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  Рік тому

      Thanks so much for watching! Sounds like a killer board!

  • @yeahnatenelson
    @yeahnatenelson 3 роки тому +9

    GREAT pedal. A faithful reproduction of the Boss HYPER Fuzz, which itself is a faithful reproduction of the classic and very collectable ($$$$) 70's Univox Super-Fuzz.

  • @DoctorWhomThe1st
    @DoctorWhomThe1st 2 роки тому +6

    I really love the vibrato pedal. I got one after I saw a side by side review between that and the original Boss VB-2. Surprisingly close in tone considering the price point, so close that Juan Alderete toured with them for outside festivals because it's cheaper to replace the Behringer 3 or 4 times than it was to have the VB-2 repaired.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  2 роки тому +1

      The Vibrato is a really great pedal! I just put a demo of it up a few weeks ago! Thanks for watching! 🤘🤘

  • @rightsidegraphics6008
    @rightsidegraphics6008 3 роки тому +2

    I have 2 of the SF300 pedals, 1 on my very small pedal board in my office, and the other on my bigger rig in the man cave - love the sound of these!

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      Great to hear!! Thanks for watching!

  • @matthewgurlitz3514
    @matthewgurlitz3514 3 роки тому +8

    And, as I said before, you're an SG and Jazzmaster man, a player after my own heart.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +1

      I’ve been an SG player since the beginning! Jazzmasters have been a more recent development. Thanks so much for watching!

  • @chriscurran1967
    @chriscurran1967 3 роки тому +3

    Great video Eric!!! First off I have to say that I have 5 Behringer pedals. I have the SF 300 Super Fuzz, the HD 300 Heavy Distortion, the VD 400 Vintage Delay, the VP 1 Vintage Phaser and the TU 300 Chromatic Tuner. All except the VP 1 are housed in plastic. Honestly all of them sound great, I really like the HD 300 Heavy Distortion. It’s very heavy as the name implies. Everyone rags about the plastic housings, but the thing you need to know is that it is thick heavy ABS plastic. You’re going to have to work to just break it. The VP 1 Vintage Phaser is in a pretty good sized metal enclosure. As I said earlier, they all sound pretty good. Thanks for the second look in this video!!!🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +1

      That’s awesome you’ve got so many of the behringer pedals, Chris! You are right, the plastic is very sturdy, however the hinge mechanism they use on their footswitch sections leaves a lot to be desired to me. I can definitely feel the footswitch part flexing. But again, as long as you’re not stomping the heck out of it you should be fine! I bet you could do a tour with a board full of behringer pedals with one of those fancy loop switching units. Thanks for watching man! I’ve got some more pedals on order. Hopefully I don’t have to wait too long for them to arrive

  • @aAAa0682
    @aAAa0682 3 роки тому +2

    Been using an EM-600 for close to 10 years - nothing broken yet! tap tempo on the pedal and all that; still on my board. yes it is plastic, but it's sturdy

  • @pittuthead
    @pittuthead 3 роки тому +2

    Yeah💪🏼🔥🤘🏼 got the ultra vibrato, ultra chorus, digital dealy, heavy metal, super fuzz, VT911 and VD1, lov them all
    Awesome vid dude. 💪🏼🔥🤘🏼

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +1

      That’s a great collection! I’ve got a few on order that I’m excited to try out whenever they get here. Thanks so much for watching!

  • @matthewgurlitz3514
    @matthewgurlitz3514 3 роки тому +2

    Yes! Love this pedal.

  • @dreamsun69
    @dreamsun69 3 роки тому +2

    I was about to buy a blues driver for 150... you saved my bacon. I ordered one of these for 29 AUD with a coupon all because of that boost function!
    Huge thankyou

    • @thiscorrosion900
      @thiscorrosion900 Рік тому

      The Blues Driver (or Behringer equivalent) will NOT give you a good fuzz sound. It's more of a clean blues to "clean" hard rock higher gain overdrive, that's it. For something
      like a Hendrix sound, or a modern Smashing Pumpkins buzzsaw type Muff Fuzz sound, this is the kind of pedal you need. Even for "shoegaze" you could use this pedal
      and be happy with the variety of sounds you can get out of it.

  • @joeking433
    @joeking433 6 місяців тому +2

    I have the Boss FZ-1, Swollen Pickle, Big Muff, the EH Metal Muff, The TC Honey Pot, and SF300 and the Behringer is my favorite. It has the most sustain of any of them and the Boost knob makes it the best fuzz of all of them, IMO. If someone made a cool enclosure for them I'd do it although I wouldn't do it because I would fear it getting damaged. I just think it deserves a cool enclosure because it's the best of the bunch as far as I have seen. If it has any cons it would be that it's noisy but that can re remedied with a noise gate. That usually goes along with having huge sustain.

  • @tbicks
    @tbicks 3 роки тому +4

    Super Fuzz is a beast! I have 5 Behringer pedals, they’re great to try out different sounds on the cheap. I love the Super Fuzz, the Heavy Metal is fun, and the Tube Screamer clone sounds great. Tremelo and Vintage Delay I probably use the most at the moment.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      I’m super curious to try more of their pedals. I’ve got a handful on order right now. Thanks for watching!

  • @Numocron
    @Numocron 3 роки тому +2

    Wow Eric this is such an awesome fuzz pedal I love it.😃👍

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching!!

    • @Numocron
      @Numocron 3 роки тому

      @@EricMerrow You’re very welcome. Much love.

  • @jasonwright285
    @jasonwright285 2 роки тому +1

    Wow. That sounds awesome.

  • @itchyvinyl
    @itchyvinyl 2 роки тому +6

    My fave Behringer pedal is the Vibrato. It has a smoother waveform than the Boss (sine vs triangle?) and sounds less “wacky” even at higher settings. My fave vibrato pedal in general.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  2 роки тому

      Right on!! I love the vibrato pedal too!

  • @kiyanfox
    @kiyanfox 2 роки тому

    I’ve had a uv300 for a few years and just ordered an SF300. I have used said vibe pedal hundreds of times with no problem. It is hard durable plastic. It’s not like it’s plastic like a grocery store container for butter or something. Just don’t jump up and down on it. Don’t karate kick it or whatever people are doing. Its a boss style switch you just gently press on it. I have used it at many shows no problem. Super looking forward to the SF300 as I used to own a hyper fuzz and have kicked myself for selling it a while back. My other fuzz is an earthquaker hoof - awesome fuzz.

  • @peterb7435
    @peterb7435 3 роки тому +8

    I’ve had 2 of the sf-300 over the years and also the bass synthesizer one. Looking to get the green harmonizer at some point to rip that royal blood sound

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +1

      Nice! That setup would be sweet! Thanks for watching

  • @brunoliamat
    @brunoliamat Рік тому +2

    Man, I theoretically understand the criticism on the plastic housing but really, you'd really have to be a beast to break them. I do not know how you lads turn you pedals on while playing, but I tend to use my foot carefully, metal, titanium or whatever casing that is. Been using three of them for over a decade now (no joke) - the TS clone one, the Reverb one and the analog delay -. So far, so good. I also have a Behringer compressor and this one had a problem in the on-off switch after two months I bought it. Easily fixed at home. I'm not saying these are heaven, I am saying they're no toys either.

  • @Plamindandbodywurks
    @Plamindandbodywurks 6 місяців тому +1

    I have the noise reducer, the heavy distortion, and the graphic EQ pedals (behringer). I just ordered the super fuzz but (obviously) haven't played it yet. All the behringers I have are absolute gems, I'm sure the fuzz will be no different.

  • @evanbjammin
    @evanbjammin 3 роки тому +6

    The math and ears say YES! 👍 There will probably be a hole new generation of musicians who got their start with Behringer. Mine was a boss ds1 and a delta lab delay, (got both for less the a c note) and this is so much more affordable then even those.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +2

      The DS-1 is an incredibly solid first pedal! Thanks for watching!

  • @joerojas5448
    @joerojas5448 Рік тому

    As far as the construction of Behringer Pedals, I have the HB01 (HellBabe Wah). The HB01 is plastic, but I abuse that bad boy at every gig and it can withstand a hard stomp. And Fuzz Pedal are not meant for chords, but single note and sometimes and octave pedal. I also do own the SF 300 and the TO800 Vintage Tube Overdrive.

  • @rickic8240
    @rickic8240 3 роки тому +3

    I have the Vintage Tube Overdrive TO800 and the Vintage Delay VD400. I haven't had any issues with the plastic housings, but I handle them with care. I am currently waiting on the Super Fuzz SF300, Vintage Phaser VP1, and Digital Reverb DR600 to make their way to my mailbox.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +1

      That’s awesome you’ve got a few in your collection and on the way! Thanks for watching!

    • @rickic8240
      @rickic8240 3 роки тому

      @@EricMerrow Thank you for another awesome video!

    • @fisiosaiter
      @fisiosaiter 3 роки тому

      There are thousands of different types of plastic. This is heavy-duty. I cracked one before ( not under regular use though) but it was easily solved with super glue and I never had any other issue after this. Every review I see points that the pedal might be fragile because of the case enclosure, that’s not the case.

  • @seangarland
    @seangarland 3 роки тому +2

    I placed an order for the SF300 in February, currently on back order until June. Super excited to get my hands on it!

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +1

      I hope you get it before June! Thanks for watching!

    • @Metalbass1979
      @Metalbass1979 3 роки тому +2

      It looks like you're in the same spot as me. I found that Sweetwater has these pedals for $19 each. I ordered this one and a few others.......and they're all backordered. The suspense sucks.

    • @heavymetalhalloween
      @heavymetalhalloween 3 роки тому

      Order mine like 2 months ago from sweetwater still no update

    • @noahangelle1919
      @noahangelle1919 3 роки тому

      Just ordered one today they told me prolly won't be back in stock till august

    • @Metalbass1979
      @Metalbass1979 3 роки тому

      @@noahangelle1919 It's definitely worth the wait! I got mine after a few month wait. Totally killer pedal.

  • @chrisgrabowski2678
    @chrisgrabowski2678 3 роки тому +3

    I've owned a couple Behringers, but had to sell almost all my gear, including guitars. I wish I held onto the fuzz. I still have the Chorus which I love. It suits me and I didn't want to have to search one out again someday. I've had no concerns or problems with the Behringer casings. I think if someone is seriously concerned about that, then buy 2 at the same time. 2 cost less than one of any other pedal. Or take the route Eric suggested. I haven't found Behringers to be cheap, rather they are inexpensive. I bought into all the talk that they were worthless. What a mistake. Many non-level professional guitarists are missing out by not at least seeing if these suit their actual needs. I could go back and buy Strymons, but even in a performing band they offered more than I could use. Excellent video.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much for watching and sharing!

  • @Colovwwusv8
    @Colovwwusv8 14 днів тому +1

    I’d buy it I’m a huge fan of the Fz-2
    The single coil into the fuzz reminded me of mbv! Nice playing!

  • @BonesofGoldSkateboarding
    @BonesofGoldSkateboarding Рік тому

    You got some sweet sounds there 🤘🏾✨ I use my SF300 to rock some Black Sabbath / Electric Wizard tunes 🧙🏼‍♂️

  • @mungrel6668
    @mungrel6668 2 роки тому

    Didn't know what a fuzz pedal was just now. Now I want one yesterday.

  • @HighOnFire1997
    @HighOnFire1997 9 місяців тому +1

    Im getting this on Wednesday along with the Big Muff and the Electro Harmonics Fuzz pedal. Gonna be a fun night playing some Electric Wizard

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  9 місяців тому

      Heck yeah! 🤘🤘🤘

  • @danvankouwenberg7234
    @danvankouwenberg7234 3 роки тому +5

    I have the heavy metal, the digital reverb (boss clone) and the super fuzz. I lucked out and found someone who had them in stock for $28. I think the sf300 is the most impressive. I might pick up the vibrato.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      Nice!! I just put a few more on order. Thanks for watching!

  • @st-gb9lx
    @st-gb9lx 7 місяців тому +1

    I simple love the clean boost on it, ending up using it more than the fuzz I might just end up getting another one for fuzz only

  • @binface9
    @binface9 3 роки тому

    I agree. But a love the VD400 (DM-3 clone) and the HD300 (MD-2 clone) is surprisingly cool if you scoop away a lot of the bass, I've not tried it on a bass guitar but it might an idea

    • @binface9
      @binface9 3 роки тому +1

      I value Behringer pedals so highly because they're so cheap and give a lot of bang for the buck. I have had buyer's remorse from more expensive pedals and that's never the case with Behringer!

  • @Diffman731
    @Diffman731 Рік тому +2

    I have the Behringer Overdrive Distortion pedal and it's great. Thinking about maybe getting the Chorus by Behringer next.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  Рік тому +1

      The ultra chorus is awesome! I’ve got a video on it as well! 👍👍

  • @therythmoflavender5549
    @therythmoflavender5549 10 місяців тому +2

    Funnily enough, the thing that broke for me from stomping on a behringer too hard wasnt the plastic housing, but the spring inside. My octaver is now a little limp but still works.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  10 місяців тому

      Definitely makes sense. There are quite a few points that are more prone to failing in the behringer pedals

  • @TheFeelButton
    @TheFeelButton 3 роки тому +1

    I've never played a Behringer pedal. Good stuff Eric!

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      Thanks for watching!

    • @chrisgrabowski2678
      @chrisgrabowski2678 3 роки тому +1

      If you like Boss pedals, then you won't be disappointed. I like them.

  • @mrchonkers9428
    @mrchonkers9428 Рік тому +3

    Me who uses mine specifically for Mississippi Queen

  • @maddrkieck
    @maddrkieck 3 роки тому +7

    My favorite is the Super Fuzz hands down. Honorable mentions for me are the Ultra Metal (metal zone clone) and their Chorus pedal. I don't have $ to throw around on pedals as much as I'd like, so some of these Behringers are worth it if you want fx on a budget.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      Right on! I’ve got some more on order that I’m looking forward to checking out!

    • @straygeraniums1
      @straygeraniums1 3 роки тому

      @@EricMerrow Don't SLEEP on the the UV 300 Vibrato. Next to this it's their best/sleeper pedal. Dead on - if not better - than the Boss VB2.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      @@straygeraniums1 Stay tuned to the channel here! Got a video on the UV300 coming soon!

    • @SiameseDream97
      @SiameseDream97 2 роки тому

      I have the UC200 (CHORUS) it's a nice sounding pedal, it's my first and only pedal

  • @echogrindnine651
    @echogrindnine651 3 роки тому +1

    Wow. I’m impressed.

  • @manfrombritain6816
    @manfrombritain6816 4 місяці тому +1

    it's so damn fun for leccy wizard type stuff. i run it on setting 1.5, with a RAT 2 going into it... but sadly anything higher than the lowest two strings and anything with any speed at all just becomes pure mud. I want that heavy grinding sound but with a little more clarity 😩

  • @absenceovmeasurablefrequen1709
    @absenceovmeasurablefrequen1709 3 роки тому +1

    I took a chance on this fuzz pedal and I have zero complaints.

  • @TooPunkToBeAPodcast
    @TooPunkToBeAPodcast Рік тому +2

    They are only $15 shipped on Sweetwater right now. I picked one up. My favorite behringer so far is the Tremolo. Didn't think it would end up being as fun as it is

    • @jonk3289
      @jonk3289 Рік тому +2

      Where are you finding it at that price?

    • @TooPunkToBeAPodcast
      @TooPunkToBeAPodcast Рік тому +1

      @@jonk3289 Sweetwater. Looks like the sale is over but check there and their stuff is on sale often. It was $14 ! 15 with some taxes

  • @kevinmackfurniture
    @kevinmackfurniture 3 місяці тому +3

    I bought 6 Behringer pedals... Overdrive, Chorus, Fuzz, Delay, Reverb and Tremolo for the price of One average priced big name pedal... An Inexpensive way for Newbies (like me) to discover their sound.

  • @brandontadday6288
    @brandontadday6288 2 роки тому +1

    My favorite Behringer pedal has to be the HM300. Boss HM2 chainsaw tones for days!

  • @tylernuckles6670
    @tylernuckles6670 2 роки тому

    Most guitar stores have them in stock the prices are different in some towns,states ,countries, etc. But still a great pedal to use if you are really into doom metal or if you just wanna jam on some nasty riffs from other genres.

  • @Paul_Lenard_Ewing
    @Paul_Lenard_Ewing 6 місяців тому +1

    The only real problem is the switch. It simply not an issue if you have a pedal switcher all your pedals are looped into.
    We all know it has the rep of giving you extreme dirt right up to borderline too much to be usable. What surprised me is if you can pull it back to do Dave Gilmour near OD sounds.

  • @michaelmsummers
    @michaelmsummers 3 роки тому

    Besides the TO800 yes!

  • @JosephGallagher
    @JosephGallagher 2 місяці тому +1

    Behringer's plastic last tens of years in my experience. Go hard at it, my brothers and sisters in DOOM, go hard at it...

  • @Rylee_G
    @Rylee_G 2 роки тому +3

    I'm gonna get one of these for my ukulele

    • @Rylee_G
      @Rylee_G 2 роки тому +1

      I'm not kidding

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  2 роки тому +1

      Yes!!!! I be that'll sound amazing!

    • @josephpetrino1741
      @josephpetrino1741 2 роки тому

      Just got one for my mandolin.

    • @Rylee_G
      @Rylee_G 2 роки тому

      @@josephpetrino1741 omg I play my ukulele in mandolin tuning I can't wait I hope I get the money before they sell out It'll be my first pedal ever

  • @Metalbass1979
    @Metalbass1979 3 роки тому

    You can do a new video on this pedal every day and I'll watch it. I can't get that sound out of my head. Sweetwater told me that mine should be here in May......but I'm thinking about ordering a second one to have just in case.
    Random thought: Since there is mode 1.5, is there a mode 2.5? Scooped fuzz with a clean boost added? I would love to try that on my bass.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +2

      Thanks for watching!! So there is a 2.5 mode but it didn’t sound as useable to my ears. In fact, it didn’t sound like it worked when I was filming so I actually cut it out of the video. I tried it again after I had a couple questions and I found it did work but it doesn’t sound as balanced to me. But it does work!

  • @lhlhlhlhl
    @lhlhlhlhl Рік тому +1

    I bought one solely bc I enjoy this particular fuzz tone so much 4:59

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  Рік тому +1

      You’re gonna love the pedal!! 🤘🤘🤘

  • @charlesmathay5234
    @charlesmathay5234 3 роки тому +1

    SF 300 and Vintage delay. Worth the bucks

  • @Guitar387
    @Guitar387 4 місяці тому

    I heard something that these are the same circuitry as the boss pedals. Thinking of getting one.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  4 місяці тому

      Definitely try one! They’re like $20 so it’s a pretty low risk move! 👍👍

  • @carlbornestig1123
    @carlbornestig1123 3 роки тому +1

    Nice video! Have you tried out the pedal with a bass? I’m curious, how does fuzz mode 1 sound with a bass?

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      I don’t think I have tried it with bass. Might have to do another video!! Thanks for watching!

    • @camilo1455
      @camilo1455 3 роки тому

      I've seen videos out there -- not all players get it right, but it's a good usable pedal for bass.

  • @richdonn
    @richdonn 3 місяці тому

    Lots of comments about the supposed fragility of the plastic housing. I have a couple and they seem tough enough. Has anyone actually broken one?

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 місяці тому

      I think it’s pretty much like every pedal - if you’re hard on them, they can break. If you’re not hard on them then they’ll last a long while

  • @chromosomegun5845
    @chromosomegun5845 3 роки тому +1

    The Tube Screamer clone is one of my favorite. Would love some tips on how to get an Iommi sound from this pedal.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching! Are you looking to get the Iommi sound out of the SF300 or the Tube screamer clone?

    • @chromosomegun5845
      @chromosomegun5845 3 роки тому +2

      @@EricMerrow The SF300. But maybe it would work by stacking it?

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      @@chromosomegun5845 I’m not sure you’ll be able to approximate an Iommi tone with the super fuzz. Iommi used a treble boost into a stack. What amp are you using? You might be able to use the tube screamer and the boost mode on the super fuzz to boost your amp.

    • @napoleonsolo5929
      @napoleonsolo5929 3 роки тому

      @@chromosomegun5845 SG with P90s, a treble booster, and a Laney Supergroup head. Those are the building blocks of the Iommi sound.

  • @sfear6
    @sfear6 11 місяців тому

    How come you dont dial your gain in low settings? Its just a full buzz sounding

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  11 місяців тому +1

      You can check out my full demo of the pedal - I have multiple low gain settings in that video

  • @rivercityaudio4692
    @rivercityaudio4692 Рік тому +1

    Got one of these today. There is an overall volume drop when I switch from Fuzz 1 to Fuzz 2 mode. Does yours react the same? Curious if there’s an issue with the one I received.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  Рік тому

      So it may be an issue but you also have to kinda take into account that mode 2 is cutting out a lot of mid frequencies so it will inherently be a bit quieter with less of those frequencies. However, if it’s a significant volume drop that you can’t really compensate with the volume control, then you might have an issue

  • @MunchiesMusicMadness
    @MunchiesMusicMadness Рік тому +1

    I'm brand new to the pedal world . I play bass and only have two pedals the exh battallion and the behringer cl9 compressor both pedals are always on so I don't mind the plastic housing. A lot of people have recommending the sf 300 so I'm curious

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  Рік тому

      The sf300 is awesome! I’d definitely recommend checking it out. Thanks for watching

  • @gitoberg1
    @gitoberg1 3 роки тому +2

    I was lookin for a wizard style pedal thenx men

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +1

      Right on!! This is probably the most affordable version on the market! 🤘🤘🤘

  • @kenb9762
    @kenb9762 3 роки тому

    did I miss the part about the secret mode between fuzz 1 and 2?

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      Nope, that’s a different video here on the channel!

  • @campcop9214
    @campcop9214 Рік тому +1

    Hi Eric sorry to ask after a year lol but I wanted to ask if the unit should light up just when batteries are in or does it only light when plugged in and being used. Sorry again and if this is the most stupid question ever do forgive just trying to know if I've got a faulty one or not

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  Рік тому +1

      I believe the pedal will light up if it’s got power and there are cables plugged into the in and out.

    • @campcop9214
      @campcop9214 Рік тому

      @@EricMerrow thank you

  • @paulgrindley8192
    @paulgrindley8192 Рік тому +8

    That riff at 5:00 is sweet \m/

  • @zencare4k279
    @zencare4k279 Рік тому

    This pedal is good for a new born-muse cover?

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  Рік тому

      I bet you could totally make it work for that song!

  • @fuchsia5899
    @fuchsia5899 Рік тому +1

    The boss hyper fuzz is also a copy of the Univox super fuzz

  • @SidBonkers51
    @SidBonkers51 3 роки тому +4

    Love the Fuzz but favorite has to be the EQ700 another clone ;)

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      I bet that’s a super useful pedal!

  • @thegreatjonzini
    @thegreatjonzini 3 роки тому

    The Beringer super fuzz is a clone of the boss hyper fuzz which was a clone itself of the Univox super fuzz. 👌

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      Very true! Thanks for watching!

  • @blueeyedsoulman
    @blueeyedsoulman 2 роки тому +1

    Is this supposed to emulate the old Univox Super Fuzz?

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  2 роки тому

      Yeah it’s kinda like a super fuzz, it’s more akin to the Hyper Fuzz from boss.

  • @MatthewChristianMurray
    @MatthewChristianMurray 2 роки тому

    I could see this coming in handy in certain applications, but I’m a synth guy. What would you think about using it on a synth?

    • @MatthewChristianMurray
      @MatthewChristianMurray 2 роки тому

      To specify, we’re talking about recording, not live performance.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  2 роки тому +1

      I bet the sf300 would sound pretty sweet on a synth! Maybe even if you did a split and blended it in parallel with the dry signal 🤘🤘

    • @MatthewChristianMurray
      @MatthewChristianMurray 2 роки тому

      @@EricMerrow - Thanks! I’m gonna grab this while it’s on sale!

  • @waynegram8907
    @waynegram8907 3 роки тому

    Eric Merrow, in the Booster MODE when rolling down the Stratocaster volume to 8 or 7 will it sound very glassy cleans like SRV texas cleans tones? can you make a video doing this

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      Hi Wayne, the boost mode in the super fuzz is a pretty full frequency boost so you’ll be taking your strat and pushing your amp into saturation. You can get some nice dynamics by rolling the volume down.

    • @waynegram8907
      @waynegram8907 3 роки тому

      @@EricMerrow I thought the Boost mode was like a treble boost range master like what brian may used rangemaster

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      @@waynegram8907 the boost definitely is not a rangemaster type treble boost. I can’t remember, but I seem to think that the EQ controls might not even be active in the boost mode. You might like the tube screamer circuit if you’re looking for an SRV style boost

    • @waynegram8907
      @waynegram8907 3 роки тому

      @@EricMerrow ok thanks because fuzz 1 and fuzz 2 are from the Univox Super Fuzz pedal

  • @leonline3424
    @leonline3424 2 роки тому +1

    Yes it's plastic but it's cheap, to be honest so far i haven't read any thread or seen any video talking about smashed pedals ! So they could live up to small gigs if not jumped on like crazy !

    • @thiscorrosion900
      @thiscorrosion900 Рік тому

      They're still pretty durable. Unless you truly beat the living shit out of it, it should last a good while.

  • @christopherkennedy873
    @christopherkennedy873 2 роки тому +3

    Not into the uncontrolled noise. Full chords just sludge out without any definition, (any 2 string power chords start to make it more usable, providing some note separation and clarity, (and with the overtones provided by the pedal, sound full without total mud.)
    Also, playing in a parallel loop ( I use the ehx tri-parallel mixer) with other ODs, Distortions, (or any fx pedal, for that matter) seems to work really well
    (for more "musical"(?)tones)

    • @MrBeen992
      @MrBeen992 Рік тому +2

      you are not a musician

  • @gg470
    @gg470 3 роки тому

    Did I miss the part where he says what tuning hes in?

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +1

      Pretty sure I’m just in standard. Or maybe e flat standard. Thanks for watching!

  • @TheThejpmshow
    @TheThejpmshow Рік тому

    Dammit Marie, these are minerals!

  • @j.jester7821
    @j.jester7821 2 роки тому +2

    i would really like to here a demo where the gain is not cranked up so high.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  2 роки тому

      I think you’ll dig this demo then! ua-cam.com/video/XVHYhHC3Rhs/v-deo.html

    • @j.jester7821
      @j.jester7821 2 роки тому

      @@EricMerrow thanks

  • @pkdude5334
    @pkdude5334 2 роки тому +1

    3:19 sounds like Bush's "bonedriven"

  • @napoleonsolo5929
    @napoleonsolo5929 3 роки тому +1

    I have the SF300, the HM300, and the DR600. My favorite is easily the SF300. The DR600 is very useful for me since neither of my amps have native reverb.
    The HM300 is great, but I recently bought a Boss HM-2 and I find it to be the superior pedal, especially since I don't care about the whole "Swedish Chainsaw" thing. Unless fate drops a fat load of cash into my lap, I'll probably never own a Boss FZ-2.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +1

      That HM300 sounds pretty good! Thanks a ton for watching!

    • @napoleonsolo5929
      @napoleonsolo5929 3 роки тому

      @@EricMerrow There's a million "HM-2 Vs HM300" comparison vids that show what I mean.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +1

      @@napoleonsolo5929 I’ve got one of those million 😂😂

  • @sanjusaseendran874
    @sanjusaseendran874 3 роки тому +3

    Add distortion to it🔥

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      There’s so much fuzz already!! 😂 👍👍👍 thanks so much for watching!

    • @aldap69
      @aldap69 3 роки тому

      I combined with a RAT distortion and holy sh*t 😱

  • @joeking433
    @joeking433 6 місяців тому +1

    Did anyone see Josh of JHS Pedal's review of Behringer pedals? It got like 3 million views and caused a lot of Behringer pedals to be sold out for a time.

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  6 місяців тому

      Yeah they made it hard to get there for a bit

  • @kaiseiozawamusicstuff2799
    @kaiseiozawamusicstuff2799 2 роки тому +1

    My favorite is Vibrato one

  • @arturomdza
    @arturomdza 2 роки тому

    can be used in grunge?

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  2 роки тому

      I’m sure it could be! It could definitely add a gnarly sound to a grunge song

  • @Axrosable
    @Axrosable 2 роки тому

    Is it normal to sound really choppy if i’m shredding with this pedal?

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  2 роки тому

      This can be a pretty glitchy type of fuzz effect - especially if you’re playing 2 notes where one is bending and the other is static (double stop)

    • @Axrosable
      @Axrosable 2 роки тому

      @@EricMerrow Also if I play almost any other chord than a powerchord it sounds completely messed up and not audible. Is there a fix for this?

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  2 роки тому

      @@Axrosable that type of dissonance is kind of inherently part of the circuit design.

  • @ashfordp676
    @ashfordp676 4 місяці тому +1

    Massive

  • @leftundersun
    @leftundersun 3 роки тому +2

    Yes, that's the best

  • @jaymason1725
    @jaymason1725 Рік тому +2

    $14 on sweetwater right now!

  • @AchtungKarate
    @AchtungKarate Рік тому +1

    For everyone wondering, the results you're looking for starts around 7 minutes in.

  • @tonesleuth69
    @tonesleuth69 2 роки тому

    The Ibanez FZ7 Tonelok sounds similar to this 🧐

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  2 роки тому

      I haven’t been able to try any of those Tonelok series yet. I gotta keep my eyes out for those!

  • @leftundersun
    @leftundersun 3 роки тому

    If Boss launches the Waza version of Hyper Fuzz, it could outperform the Behringer Super Fuzz

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому +1

      I think many people would want to buy a waza version of the FZ-2!

    • @leftundersun
      @leftundersun 3 роки тому +1

      @@EricMerrow of course, I don't know why they haven't done it yet

  • @kingsecho3351
    @kingsecho3351 2 роки тому

    This is a great pedal but you have it dialed up with way too much treble it’s just very abrasive. It sounds better with the gain backed off some

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching! I totally respect your opinion on how to dial in the super fuzz. However, I tend to prefer abrasive sounds!

    • @kingsecho3351
      @kingsecho3351 2 роки тому

      @@EricMerrow that’s cool man. Everybody is different. It’s what makes music so great with different guitar players.

  • @tbenoit1540
    @tbenoit1540 3 роки тому

    5:00
    Is that riff from a song?

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 роки тому

      Just something I made up on the spot!

    • @tbenoit1540
      @tbenoit1540 3 роки тому

      @@EricMerrow sounds sick.

  • @lemonpug6582
    @lemonpug6582 3 дні тому

    They won’t break, they’re made from some pretty damn strong plastic

  • @davidozab2753
    @davidozab2753 3 роки тому +5

    Definitely Behringer's best!

  • @headyBC
    @headyBC 3 місяці тому

    5:55 meh show me an example. I've had a Behringer Vintage Delay for 14 years and the thing as as rock solid as Nokia brick phone. It's just cheap feeling, but pretty durable. Definitely not worth re-housing, unless you're one of those pedal board hobbyist dudes

    • @EricMerrow
      @EricMerrow  3 місяці тому

      I never recommend rehousing these Behringer pedals. I think if someone really wanted to upgrade it, they could just make a single loop switcher and use that as the on/off footswitch