Fredric Effects Unpleasant Companion

Fredric Effects

This is a clone of the Shin-Ei FY-2 Companion Fuzz, modified with a volume boost circuit to avoid the volume drop characteristic of vintage units. The Unpleasant Companion lives up to its name, and is a harsh transistor fuzz unlike any other!

All parts are the best quality available. Neutrik jacks. True bypass via Alpha or Cliff footswitch, powered by battery or standard center-neg DC jack, red LED.

Small, MXR-sized enclosure finished in custard yellow with scary Tengu graphic.

Fredric Effects (about the MkII)

The Fredric Effects Unpleasant Companion MKII is an improved version of the classic Shin-Ei FY-2 Companion Fuzz, modified with a volume boost circuit to avoid the volume drop characteristic of vintage units and a scoop control to add to the versatility of the effect. It accurately captures the sound of the original, but also adds a bit more. The Unpleasant Companion lives up to its name, and is a harsh transistor fuzz unlike any other!

High Quality:

• Custom enclosure fabricated for Fredric Effects in North London
• Professional powder coating and screen print
• PCB construction (not perf or vero)
• Handmade
• Cliff jacks
• Alpha footswitch and pots