The Morgan MKII: Iconic Tone Bender Circuit with Modern Refinement
Classic Fuzz with Unique Dynamics
The Morgan Amps Tone Bender MKII Fuzz is a modern take on the legendary three-transistor Sola Sound Tone Bender Professional MKII circuit, as famously seen in the Vox Tone Bender and Marshall Supa Fuzz of the mid-1960s and early '70s. Built around a trio of NOS NKT275 germanium transistors, this pedal delivers the dynamic, gritty, and unapologetically overblown fuzz tones that defined an era of music.
Amp-Like Breakup Meets Iconic Fuzz
What sets the Morgan MKII apart is its ability to approximate amp-like breakup before the fuzz effect kicks in. This unique feature ensures the MKII sounds exceptional even through a clean amplifier, delivering warm, harmonically rich tones that respond naturally to your playing dynamics. Whether you’re after smooth sustain or sputtering chaos, this pedal delivers with versatility and character.
Responsive to Guitar Volume and Touch
The MKII responds beautifully to your guitar’s volume knob, cleaning up for subtle grit and blooming with fuzz-laden glory when cranked. Its touch-sensitive design allows you to dial in tones that match your playing style, offering everything from articulate rhythms to wailing leads with rich harmonic overtones.
Handcrafted in California with Precision
Proudly handbuilt in California, the Morgan MKII is crafted with carefully selected and matched components to ensure consistency and tonal excellence. Its true bypass switching preserves your signal integrity when the pedal is disengaged, making it a reliable addition to any setup.
Perfect for Classic Rock and Beyond
Whether you’re recreating vintage fuzz tones or exploring new sonic territories, the Morgan MKII provides the dynamic response, rich texture, and iconic sound that made the original Tone Bender a legend.
Specifications
Circuit: Three-transistor fuzz based on the Sola Sound Tone Bender Professional MKII
Transistors: NOS NKT275 germanium transistors
Tone: Ranges from gritty amp-like breakup to raucous, sputtery fuzz
Dynamics: Cleans up with guitar volume knob, responsive to touch
Bypass: True bypass switching
Build: Handcrafted in California
This pedal works nicely as intended and is in very good condition, exhibiting only light external wear and has had velcro applied to the bottom as can be seen in photos.
