attack goat/supercollider/bass big muff - not a typical vs. thread

ihateusernames · #1 01-06-2009, 07:14 PM

I like all of these pedals based on clips posted here and the bassfuzz site. My question to users, plain and simple - do you feel the Attack Goat and Supercollider have a sound difference that warrants the price difference and wait time?

I'm ready for a fuzz pedal, but also plan to add another $150 overdrive, pedalboard, and new amp this year and want to make sure I'm not spending more than I need to!

kevteop · #2 01-06-2009, 07:37 PM

If you want a Muff-y fuzz for bass then just get the BBM, you can't go wrong.

But if you are seriously considering Muff-a-likes from boutique builders, give the Pickle Pie B some consideration. I'm not sure what the production delay is for those right now (it was about two months when I bought one earlier this year) but it's a well-designed pedal - you can either have lots of low end in your fuzz, or make it fizzier and blend in some clean signal to preserve your low end, and both approaches produce good sounds.

RCCollins · #3 01-06-2009, 07:41 PM

just get the bass big muff. it is really versatile. you can always add more fuzz later but the BBM will make you VERY happy in the meantime.

Nyarlathotep · #4 01-06-2009, 08:08 PM

I know nothing.....

Well, about the BBM (sounds dirty for some reason...), but I do know that the AG is an octave up type fuzz (or something similar). Very sizzly IME. The Supercollider seems to be more a "wall of sound" crush you to a pulp type thing.

The BurgerMeister · #5 01-06-2009, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DanielTulip

...the AG is an octave up type fuzz (or something similar). Very sizzly IME. The Supercollider seems to be more a "wall of sound" crush you to a pulp type thing.

very good descriptions, Mr. Tulip. very good.

coolrunner989 · #6 01-06-2009, 08:12 PM

I cant wait until Earthbound takes more orders for the supercollider, I need one :P

Nyarlathotep · #7 01-06-2009, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The BurgerMeister

very good descriptions, Mr. Tulip. very good.

I do try you know....

Swimming Bird · #8 01-06-2009, 09:29 PM

However, if one were looking for a Muff-type fuzz...

DOD Bass Grunge

I tried the BBM recently, and my old DOD Bass Grunge still crushes it.

smo · #9 01-06-2009, 09:44 PM

I guess that pretty close for the Supercollider - but I've found it depends on what signal you feed the SC.
If you run an EQ pedal with LOTS of highs and mids, the SC will behave a fair bit differently, as the mid, tone and depth controls will seem to have a lot more versatility.
But of course no matter how you set the SC, it'll always sustain for days.....

weeks.......

months......

lotsolowend · #10 01-06-2009, 09:45 PM

attack goat and bass muff sound completely different to my ears (but ive never owned a BBM)

the attack goat in my rig with my settings has a very synthy type sound when used solo but in a band context it feels like it gets more subtle and smooth

this is the only attack goat recording i have, but i might as well plug my band :P
used the goat on all the main riffs
http://setxhomepage.com/content/fulltext/?cid=35211

Nyarlathotep · #11 01-06-2009, 10:03 PM

It is so tempting to try out the SC. The beast one. Just to make some NOISE!!!!!!

ihateusernames · #12 01-07-2009, 09:36 PM

Well, I sent a message to get onto the Supercollider waiting list - in the meantime, guess I'll order up a BBM....

CliffD · #13 01-07-2009, 09:51 PM

There's a waiting list for the supercolliders now?

coolrunner989 · #14 01-07-2009, 11:36 PM

He's not taking orders right now the last time I talked to him. I didnt know there was a list persay..

poor_gear_whore · #15 01-08-2009, 01:33 AM

I was not interested in another fuzz until I listend to the sound clips for the beast. I must have one.

phatbass30 · #16 01-08-2009, 01:42 AM

i love my Supercollider (small version with mid knob). since i started collecting and selling pedals, its the only one left from that era. totally different sounding than the attack goat. my mini SC is more muff-ish and has plenty of huge low end balls!!! i had an attack goat for few days, its good but not my cup of tea. sold it right away, too synthy for me.

dannybuoy · #17 01-08-2009, 02:02 AM

Don't hold your breath for a Supercollider. I'm still waiting for mine that was supposed to be shipped by Halloween and the guy isn't replying to emails...

whoatherechunk · #18 01-08-2009, 02:06 AM

yea. i don't what mark's deal is. i know that he's a one man operation but i dont like it when they promise dates....take your money....yata yata yata.....and dont reply. bs in my opinion. I HAVE A SUPERCOLLIDER AND ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT.......but when customer service fails....i feel differently about the pedal.

dannybuoy · #19 01-08-2009, 02:09 AM

At least I have a MkI original to play with still!

katri · #20 01-08-2009, 08:10 AM

I tell you what, the Bluebeard sounds great