{"product_id":"british-pedal-company-limited-edition-mki-wooden-case-prototype-tone-bender-fuzz-rev-80370186","title":"British Pedal Company Limited Edition MKI wooden Case 'Prototype' Tone Bender Fuzz","description":"\u003cp\u003e*** ALL EU PURCHASES ARE DELIVERED WITH TAXES AND DUTIES PAID ***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBPC MKI Wooden Case Prototype Tone Bender\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe UK fuzz box phenomenon began in 1965 when electronics engineer Gary Stewart Hurst designed an effects pedal called a Tone Bender. The first production version of the Tone Bender is referred to as the Tone Bender MKI. The MKI featured a three transistor circuit that was based upon the Gibson built Maestro Fuzz-tone. This circuit was modified by Hurst to produce more sustain than its American counter part. The story goes that guitar legend Vic Flick, the man responsible for the James Bond Theme, brought a Fuzz-tone (FZ-1) to Hurst and requested the sustain to be increased. The Tone Bender was one the first ever British made Fuzz box available to the public and sold for 14 guineas. THE BIRTH OF BRITISH FUZZ WAS BORN!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCasing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe original “PROTOTYPE” units were housed in a primitive wooden box case and were distributed to session players on the London scene including Jeff Beck. Due to Beck’s heavy use of the pedal he smashed the unit with his heavy foot stomping movements while playing on stage. As word got out about Gary Hurst new design he changed the construction material to steel in order to live up to the rigours of stage use. Comments If Fuzz is your thing then the above will be of interest from both players and collectors a like that creates both the look styling and tone of Britains most famous and iconic of all fuzz effects\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBPC MKI Tone Bender\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e1965 Prototype Reissue\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eHand Produced\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eWooden Wedge Shape Case\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePoint to point Wiring (Non Circuit board)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e2x 2G381 + 1x OC75\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eCorrect Period Aluminium Knobs\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTop Input Jack\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eRear Output Jack\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eManual On\/Off Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eHand Stained Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eInternally signed and Numbered by Builder \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eLtd Edition Certificate\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY BUY FROM US?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are one of the world's leading specialists in used and vintage gear with over 30 years of experience. Prior to shipping each item will be fully tested and checked so it arrives ready to use and enjoy. If you have any questions we are happy to assist 24\/7. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you are looking to Sell, Trade, Part Exchange or consign any instrument then please contact us through the Denmark Street Online Website and we will come back to you ASAP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"British Pedal Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52422222741844,"sku":"rev-80370186","price":329.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/4613\/7172\/files\/mkzsfyjr330bdz0cfmot.jpg?v=1755191848","url":"https:\/\/www.denmarkstreetguitars.live\/products\/british-pedal-company-limited-edition-mki-wooden-case-prototype-tone-bender-fuzz-rev-80370186","provider":"Hanks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}