Electro-Harmonix

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Back by overwhelming demand, the Electro-Harmonix Green Russian Big Muff effects pedal is now available in this modern mini package. The cult classic Green Russian Big Muff first shook the ground in the mid-1990s. Since then, it has been heralded by guitarists and bassists for its devastating low end and unique sludge and sizzle. This Green Russian Big Muff creates a huge tone that is all its own, but is undeniably Big Muff.
Electro-Harmonix Green Russian Big Muff Distortion and Sustainer Effects Pedal
Electro-Harmonix Green Russian Big Muff Distortion and Sustainer Effects Pedal
Electro-Harmonix Green Russian Big Muff Distortion and Sustainer Effects Pedal

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  • A faithful reissue of the legendary Green Russian Big Muff from the mid 1990s
  • Revered by guitarists and bassists
  • Vintage-correct army green chassis
  • Controls for Tone, Sustain and Volume
  • Compact and pedalboard friendly
  • True Bypass for maximum signal path integrity in bypass mode
  • Accepts an optional EHX9.6DC-200 AC Adapter (sold separately)

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One year warranty on pedals. 90 day warranty on all other products.

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4.45

11 Reviews

83%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

This Thing Is Fun

I was never a huge fan of fuzz pedals; more into that transparent gain with boost kinda sound, but thought about experimenting with some kinda fuzz. There are obviously a ridiculous number of fuzz pedals out there, everything from the couple dozen EH in production to the boo-teek pedals that cost as much as some of my guitars. I owned an EH Russian one (black box) years ago, but had to sell it. This pedal is in the wheelhouse of that sound. Gets that 90's kinda L7 or Garbage kinda vibe; fuzzy but not high-endy like the 70's fuzz sounds... although the tone knob has a fairly wide sweep. I see everyone comparing these to the originals, which is funny because those pedals were very inconsistent; some sounded like a fuzzy overdrive (like this), and others were more intolerably fuzzy. This is definitely a great starting point into fuzz-dom if you don't want an insane noise-fuzz kind of sound. Definitely a tighter fuzz than the others, and definitely worth the price of admission. Plus it looks cool in the Russian army-green color and takes up WAY less real estate on a pedalboard. Another plus; you can use a power supply with it without modding!! Note: I had to edit this review because the product's name was flagged as profanity.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Not sure I would buy this again based on my experience.

I am using this pedal in a Marshall TSL 100. The pedal's tonal palette is great, but I'm concerned about the footswitch. Right out of the box I couldn't get the pedal to turn on depressing the switch as hard as I could. I kept trying and trying. Finally, it came on but then I couldn't get it to turn off. I continued to mash and mash and after about 10 times, it began to work. The "click" now sounds/feels, for lack of a better description, weak. Maybe there is dirt or something in it. I don't know. But disappointing & I don't it expect it to last very long. I don't guess it was tested. This is my first EHX product to have purchased.

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  • The recreation of a classic.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byBilly

    fromSherwood, AR

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I have had this for a few weeks now and it give my bass that beefy, doom tone I was looking for. Great fuzz without sacrificing your low end.

  • Brother Lenin would be proud.

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byComrade

    fromCalifornia

    Tougher than drinking a bottle of Vodka in the Siberian gulag.

  • Perfection!

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byE Train

    fromPiscataway, NJ

    Thats what I've been looking for! A smooth warm fuzz...perfect! I've gone through several others but this Green Russian is a keeper on my board!

  • Buy it

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byJoseph

    fromUndisclosed

    Sound great I've owned all different muffs. Vintage, boutique, this one is the best and cheapest.

  • Best Fuzz Around

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byDon

    fromundisclosed

    Love the sound the Green Russian delivers! What else can be said.

  • Not sure I would buy this again based on my experience.

    3

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byJames

    fromundisclosed

    I am using this pedal in a Marshall TSL 100. The pedal's tonal palette is great, but I'm concerned about the footswitch. Right out of the box I couldn't get the pedal to turn on depressing the switch as hard as I could. I kept trying and trying. Finally, it came on but then I couldn't get it to turn off. I continued to mash and mash and after about 10 times, it began to work. The "click" now sounds/feels, for lack of a better description, weak. Maybe there is dirt or something in it. I don't know. But disappointing & I don't it expect it to last very long. I don't guess it was tested. This is my first EHX product to have purchased.

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  • asked bySuede

    fromCt

    Is it made in Russia, or is it from China?

    Is it made in Russia, or is it from China?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    This is made in the US
  • asked byDarren

    fromEatonton, Ga

    What kind of power does it need?

    What kind of power does it need?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    9-Volt battery included, also accepts optional EHX 9.6VDC-200mA power supply
  • asked byAndrew

    fromGdansk, Poland (w/APO address)

    How do I apply the military discount at checkout?

    How do I apply the military discount at checkout?

    Open Reply - Beau
    You would just need to give us a call at 855-770-3373 to request a military discount.