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Introducing The Sputnik III
Germanium fuzz has a long history in the world of musical effects. The
nature of germanium and its variability and temperament make it an
interesting parallel to the musical mindset of the creators who utilize
it. Sometimes smooth and warm, sometimes harsh and unpredictable, always
sensitive and nuanced, germanium is an element of reflection. A mirror
into its users. This range and scope is on full display with the newest
version of our flagship fuzz pedal, the Sputnik III.
Complex textures, gritty crunch, beautiful sustain and character. It’s
all there waiting for you to discover. As with all Spaceman pedals, the Sputnik
fuzz series is an homage to the golden era of electronics and is
brimming with vintage soul. Utilizing a NOS Soviet germanium diode and
transistors, we’ve gone to great lengths to ensure the Sputnik III lives up to the reputation of its predecessors.
Characteristic of germanium fuzzes, all of the controls are quite
interactive and a wide variety of sounds can be observed with
experimentation. The Sputnik III incorporates the best features of both previous pedals. The transformer based pickup simulation of the Sputnik II ensures that the Sputnik III will behave anywhere in your signal chain. The footswitch actuated DRIFT mode has also been taken from the Sputnik
II and enhanced with optional momentary functionality. DRIFT mode and
SCAN control allow you to unleash the fury and unpredictability of the Sputnik
III. With careful use of playing dynamics and control settings, DRIFT
mode can yield a nearly infinite range of truly unique sounds. The tone
control is a mix of both its predecessors. The toggle switch offers
mid-scooped and flat settings in conjunction with the wide-range
CALIBRATE tone control. Relay based soft-touch switching provides more
durability and flexibility than ever before. Housed in a durable cast
aluminum enclosure, the mid-sized form factor allows for an enhancement
in function over the original Sputnik, and an enhancement in practicality over the Sputnik II. Step into your inner world and discover a new wellspring of creativity and boundless possibility with the Sputnik III.
Hand-wired and built in Portland, Oregon, the Sputnik
III features true-bypass relay switching with a soft-touch footswitch.
On top of the cast-aluminum enclosure sits a durable, engraved vinyl
faceplate and jewel indicator light. This pedal is built to last a
lifetime, both on Earth or in the vacuum of space.