Crazy Tube Circuits Limelight

The Crazy Tube Circuits Limelight is a fully analog fuzz/distortion pedal that captures the raw energy of the earliest fuzz tones in rock history. Inspired by the first commercially available fuzz units and their British descendants, it isn’t a direct clone of any single circuit but instead offers a wide range of vintage-voiced textures with added control and flexibility. The Beam control is the centerpiece of the pedal, allowing you to sweep from sputtering, gated fuzz reminiscent of early garage rock to rich, sustaining distortion in the style of classic mkI and mkII fuzz circuits.

What makes the Limelight stand out is its impressive low-gain performance. With the Gain turned down and the Beam control pushed higher, it acts as a gritty, amp-like boost—adding edge and vintage grit without overwhelming your tone. Loaded with three hand-selected NOS Germanium transistors, the pedal delivers warm, harmonically rich fuzz with excellent responsiveness and dynamic feel. From subtle dirt to full retro saturation, the Limelight is a bold and expressive choice for players looking to add vintage character and attitude to their sound.