Surfy industries SURFYTREM TREMOLO

The SURFYTREM TREMOLO pedal from Surfy Industries is designed to recreate the famous "vibrato channel" effect of vintage Fender® amplifiers. It is not a digital simulation. The pedal's sound is slightly enriched, slightly darker than the dry signal, and offers two distinct settings: BROWNFACE and BLACKFACE. BROWNFACE Imagine the distinctive sound of a 1961-1962 Fender® Showman® amplifier (second channel) with its beautiful, smooth harmonic tremolo. Often considered THE tremolo, imitated by many others over the years, but equal to none. The signal floats on a harmonic wave, alternately rising and falling. This can be compared to the effect of a rotating speaker in a Leslie system. A unique feature of this type of tremolo is its ability to adapt dynamically. When the playing is slow and expressive, it brings out its vibrant soul, producing a particularly rich, deep sound. If playing becomes more aggressive and powerful, the effect almost fades away, preserving the guitar's full attack. In this mode, the extreme dynamics of the tremolo adapt to the playing style, enhancing the sound without disturbing it. BLACKFACE In 1964, Fender® introduced the Blackface amplifier series, offering a cleaner, brighter sound than the previous Tweed/Brownface models. They used a different type of tremolo, well known since the '50s, in which the signal oscillates alternately, creating an on/off feel that produces a more distinct and perceptible effect. This technique is also known as "amplitude modulation". This tremolo particularly stands out when it's needed, easily cutting through the mix with force. Although not as dynamic on slow melodies, it really frees up the guitar sound when used, adding depth and length, especially in solos. It's a more common effect that can be used with less experience than harmonic tremolo. NO REAL BYPASS A real bypass for vintage tremolo? Here, slightly adjusting the tone is part of the game, and we've chosen to keep it that way. We didn't set out to create a new effect; our aim is to enable everyone to enjoy this sound without having to carry around heavy, expensive equipment.