Name: Black Fuzz Phrase ltd
Brand: JAM Pedals
SKU: FPLB
Price: 499.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

JAM Pedals, Black Fuzz Phrase LTD

Black Fuzz Phrase LTDLimited Edition Germanium Fuzz with NOS OC44 PhilipsBlack Glass Transistors

We’re thrilled to unveil the Black Fuzz Phrase LTD, built around a rare stash of NOS OC44 Philips black glass transistors we recently unearthed. Entirely hand-wired with turret-based point-to-point construction and wrapped in luxurious suede, this fuzz is a loving tribute to the golden era of germanium tone—picking up right where our sold-out CV7003 Fuzz Phrase LTD left off.

Why NOS OC44 Philips Black Glass

At the heart of every great germanium fuzz lies its transistors, and few are as legendary as the OC44. Manufactured in the late 1960s at Philips’ French facilities, these black glass versions are considered among the finest ever made. This batch, dated April 18, 1969, comes from the twilight era of germanium transistor production, shortly before Philips and the wider industry shifted to silicon-based designs

What makes these transistors so revered

Exceptionally low leakage
Stable, musical gain (hFE)
Minimal noise

These characteristics make them ideal for dynamic,vintage-voiced fuzz circuits. From warm saturation to articulate volume-rolloff cleans, they deliver expressive tones with inspiring responsiveness. Thanks to their consistency, the internal bias trimmer is factory-set at 4.5V—meaning no user adjustments are typically needed. Just plug in and go

Individually Tested and Matched by Ear

Each OC44 is hand-tested for gain and leakage, then carefully matched by ear to ensure perfect synergy and sonic balance. This labour-intensive process guarantees that every Black Fuzz Phrase LTD delivers the signature sound the series is known for: rich harmonics, smooth sustain, and that unmistakable vintage rasp

Premium Vintage Components

To complement the rare OC44s, we’ve selected carbon-comp resistors and tropical fish capacitors—vintage-spec components that preserve warmth, clarity, and musicality throughout the signal path. The result is a fuzz that’s both aggressive and articulate, with cleans that shimmer and leads that sing.

CONTROLS

Level: Adjusts the overall output volume of the pedal
Gain: Sets the amount of fuzz and sustain. Turn clockwise for more saturation.
Internal Bias Trimmer (factory-set): Adjusts the transistor bias voltage. Pre-set at 4.5V for optimal performance using the supplied OC44 Philips blackglass transistors. Due to their exceptional stability, no adjustment is typically necessary. Fine-tuning is only recommended if subtle tonal changes are desired.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

Power Supply: 9V DC, centre-negative
Battery: 9V battery (installed via back panel)
Current Draw: ~3mA
Important: This is a positive-ground circuit
Do not daisy-chain with standard negative-groundpedals pedals
Use a power supply with isolated outputs to avoid ground loop issues or damage

SPECIFICATIONS

Bypass: True Bypass
Power: 9V battery or isolated 9V DC center-negativeadapter
Power Consumption: ~3mA
Enclosure Dimensions: 7.7 × 12.5 × 6.6 cm (3 × 4.9 × 2.6 in)
Weight: ~300g (0.66 lb)

USAGE TIPS

For cleaner tones, roll back your guitar’s volume. The pedal cleans up naturally and musically.
Best used early in your signal chain, especially before buffered pedals

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