40 captures in both ToneX v2 and NAM A2 formats of the original Great Eastern FX Co. Focus Fuzz, featuring NOS germanium and silicon transistors and limited to just 250 units worldwide. For those using Genome, a Paradex model is also included. Details are in the thumbnail above.

Released in 2023 by British boutique pedal builder Great Eastern FX Co., the Focus Fuzz takes a refreshingly different approach to traditional fuzz circuits. Designed by David Greeves, this original limited-edition version combines rare Soviet-era germanium and silicon transistors to deliver everything from gritty, low-gain overdrive to thick, aggressive fuzz. Its distinctive Focus control is the key to its versatility, shifting the character from broad, warm and bass-heavy tones to a tighter, sharper sound with increased bite and harmonic complexity. The Fuzz control simultaneously adjusts gain and transistor bias, allowing the pedal to move smoothly between crunchy distortion and saturated, sustaining fuzz. Unlike many vintage-inspired fuzz pedals, the Focus Fuzz retains excellent note definition, responds well to playing dynamics and works equally effectively with clean or overdriven amplifiers. The result is a remarkably flexible fuzz with a character all its own.

With only 250 examples produced before the original germanium version was discontinued, this Focus Fuzz iteration is a particularly scarce boutique pedal. Its unusual combination of vintage-inspired textures and modern versatility has earned praise from guitarists and reviewers alike, offering a distinctive alternative to more conventional fuzz designs.