BOSS FZ-1W Waza Craft Fuzz Pedal with Vintage and Modern Modes

BOSS FZ-1W Waza Craft Fuzz Pedal

The BOSS FZ-1W Fuzz Pedal is an all-analog Waza Craft effect that combines vintage-inspired fuzz response with stable silicon-transistor circuitry. Two selectable modes provide distinct gain structures, while dedicated Fuzz, Tone, and Level controls let guitarists move from responsive classic textures to thicker, higher-gain sounds with focused mids.

Vintage mode emphasizes dynamic response and reacts strongly to changes from the guitar's volume control, making it useful for moving between heavy fuzz, crunch, and cleaner tones. Modern mode adds more gain and midrange focus for contemporary styles. Players can also reduce fuzz and raise output level when using the pedal to push an amplifier or another gain stage.

The mode-specific Tone control changes its response according to the selected voice for broader sound shaping. A buffered bypass maintains a consistent signal path when the effect is disengaged, while standard 1/4-inch input and output connections simplify pedalboard integration. Power comes from an included 9 V alkaline battery or an optional BOSS PSA-series adapter.

Key Features

• All-Analog Fuzz Circuit: Uses silicon-transistor circuitry to deliver responsive fuzz while maintaining consistent operation across changing conditions.
• Vintage Mode: Produces an expressive retro-style response that reacts strongly to picking dynamics and guitar volume adjustments.
• Modern Mode: Adds higher gain, a fuller character, and stronger midrange focus for contemporary guitar tones.
• Mode-Specific Tone Control: Adjusts frequency balance differently in each mode for broader sound-shaping flexibility.
• Wide Gain Range: Covers cleaner boost applications, crunchy textures, aggressive fuzz, and sustained high-gain sounds.
• Buffered Bypass: Uses a high-quality buffer to maintain signal clarity when the effect is switched off.
• Waza Craft Design: Combines selected analog components and refined circuitry within the familiar compact BOSS pedal format.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: BOSS
• Model: FZ-1W
• Series: Waza Craft
• Effect Type: Fuzz
• Instrument: Guitar
• Circuit Type: All-analog silicon-transistor circuitry
• Modes: Vintage, Modern
• Preset Storage: None
• Nominal Input Level: -20 dBu
• Input Impedance: 1 M ohm with effect off; 22 k ohms with effect on
• Nominal Output Level: -20 dBu
• Output Impedance: 1 k ohm
• Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k ohms or greater
• Bypass: Buffered bypass
• Controls: Pedal switch, Mode switch, FUZZ knob, TONE knob, LEVEL knob
• Indicator: CHECK indicator with battery-status function
• Input: 1 x 1/4-inch phone-type jack
• Output: 1 x 1/4-inch phone-type jack
• Power Connector: DC IN jack
• USB: None
• Wireless: None
• Power Supply: 9 V alkaline battery, 9 V carbon-zinc battery, or optional BOSS PSA-series AC adapter
• Compatible Alkaline Battery: 6LR61 or 6LF22
• Compatible Carbon-Zinc Battery: 6F22
• Current Draw: 16 mA
• Expected Alkaline Battery Life: Approximately 33 hours under continuous use
• Expected Carbon-Zinc Battery Life: Approximately 14 hours under continuous use
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 2.9 x 5.1 x 2.3"
• Weight: 0.9 lb including battery
• Package Dimensions (L x W x H): 5.7 x 4.8 x 2.6"
• Package Weight: 1.3 lb
• Manufacturer Warranty: 5 years

What's In the Box

• BOSS FZ-1W Waza Craft Fuzz Pedal
• 9 V alkaline battery
• Safety, Important Notes, and Information leaflet