A113 Fetbuf
The Coolsound A113 Fetbuf is a deceptively simple yet remarkably versatile buffer pedal that deserves a spot on any serious guitarist's pedalboard. Don't let its unassuming appearance fool you - this little guy packs a serious punch when it comes to maintaining the integrity of your guitar's signal. At its core, the Fetbuf acts as a high-impedance buffer, ensuring your precious tone doesn't get lost or degraded as it travels through your effects chain. But Coolsound has taken this foundational concept and elevated it to an art form. The A113 circuit utilizes a proprietary FET (field-effect transistor) design that imparts a touch of harmonically-rich warmth and subtle compression, adding depth and character to your sound without ever feeling overpowering. What really sets the Fetbuf apart, though, is its uncanny ability to drive long cable runs and demanding pedal configurations without sacrificing clarity or dynamics. Guitarists who rely on extensive effects setups will appreciate how this pedal keeps their tone focused and responsive, even when battling the inherent capacitance of a complex signal path. While the Fetbuf may not be the flashiest pedal on the market, its understated elegance and sonic prowess have earned it a cult following among discerning players. Rumor has it that the legendary Stevie Ray Vaughan used a prototype version of this very pedal to maintain the integrity of his blistering lead tones. If it was good enough for SRV, it's certainly worth a spot on your 'board.
