Fuzz (Germanium Fuzz)
The Vemuram Shanks 4K is an analog germanium Fuzz pedal based on the Fuzz Face type, with Level, Fuzz, Bass, Treble / Fuzz Color and Bias Trimmer controls, made in Japan.
| Category | Fuzz (Germanium Fuzz) |
| Circuit / based on | Fuzz Face type |
| Signal | Analog |
| Controls | Level, Fuzz, Bass, Treble / Fuzz Color and Bias Trimmer |
| Switches | ON/OFF |
| Footswitches | 1 |
| Bypass | true bypass |
| True bypass | Yes |
| I/O | Input, Output |
| Power | 9V |
| Power draw | 2 mA |
| Battery power | Yes |
| Dimensions | 70(W)x113(D)x50(H)mm |
| Weight | 425g |
| Signature artist | John Shanks |
| Country of manufacture | Japan |
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