Detail 01
Fuzz, not overdrive
Fuzz clips the signal hard and compresses it. Expect a saturated, sputtery wall rather than amp-like grit.
Product detailSKU #1274228081995
MXRM173 Classic 108 Fuzz Guitar Effects Pedal
aggressivehigh outputrockpsychedelicstoner rock
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
MXR's Classic 108 Fuzz in a compact housing. For players chasing raw, high-output fuzz for rock, psych and stoner riffs.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Thick, saturated fuzz for stoner and doom riffing
- Psychedelic lead tones that need to cut over a band
- Crowded pedalboards where a standard fuzz enclosure won't fit
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting subtle, transparent overdrive
- Clean or jazz-focused rigs
- Anyone who needs the pedal to clean up politely at low volume
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
High output
Can push your amp's front end into extra breakup. Set amp volume before dialing the pedal.
Detail 03
3.54 in x 1.57 in footprint
Roughly a standard compact pedal size, so it fits ordinary pedalboard rows without eating space.
Detail 04
0.29 lb weight
Light enough that velcro alone can lift it off the board — mount it properly.
Detail 05
Aggressive, cutting voicing
Sits forward in a mix. Great for a lead push, less useful if you want fuzz to sit back under vocals.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Power supply not included — plan for a 9V slot or a battery
- 02Fuzz placement matters: it usually goes first, before wah and buffers
- 03Buffered pedals or a tuner ahead of it can change how it responds
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does it come with a power supply?
No. Budget for a 9V adapter or an open slot on your existing pedalboard supply.
02Where should this go in my chain?
Fuzz generally goes early, right after the guitar. Buffers and wahs placed in front can alter how it reacts.
03Is this good for metal?
It's voiced aggressive and raw rather than tight and scooped. It suits stoner and doom better than modern tight-palm-muted metal.
04How big is it?
About 3.54 inches deep, 1.57 inches wide and 2.17 inches tall — a compact pedal footprint.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions Wxhxd
- 1.57 inch x 2.17 inch x 3.54 inch
- Weight
- 0.29
