Crazy Tube Circuits Orama: Analog Dual Drive
High Gain Dual Channel - Amp & Fuzz
Crazy Tube Circuits has announced the release of the Orama, a potent analog dual pedal designed to deliver a complete spectrum of uncompromising rock tones.
Brief Overview
- The Crazy Tube Circuits Orama combines a British-style amp circuit with a boutique fuzz.
- It offers dual-channel high-gain drive tones and flexible routing.
Contents – Crazy Tube Circuits Orama
Crazy Tube Circuits Orama
Dubbed “Amp-in-a-box / Fuzz,” the Orama (Greek for “vision”) combines two distinct, high-gain voices into one compact dual pedal. I always expect great things from Crazy Tube Circuits, and it looks like they have delivered once more with this latest release.
These pedals, as always, are designed and hand-built in Athens, Greece, so expect high-quality effects with boutique tones.
Amp Section
The left side of the Orama houses the AMP section, a JFET-based circuit meticulously engineered to channel the unmistakable character of a legendary British amplifier, based on the iconic Orange OR120.
The circuit features an internal voltage booster that ramps the standard 9V DC supply up to a formidable 34V DC. This high-voltage operation, combined with JFET technology, is key to achieving genuine, amp-like response, superior dynamics, and massive headroom, mimicking the feel and saturation of its tube counterpart.
Players can dial in the full gain spectrum, from sparkling clean to fully saturated drive, using the gain control. Further tonal shaping is provided by a six-control layout: F.A.T. (Fatness Adjustment Tweak) adjusts low-mid emphasis and gain character, Hz (Bass) and kHz (Treble) offer comprehensive EQ, and H.F.D. (High Frequency Dynamics) adds upper harmonic content and presence. A dedicated master control allows the section to function as a powerful boost or preamp.
Fuzz Section
On the right, the FUZZ section pays homage to a revered ’90s boutique design—speculated to be inspired by the Frantone Peachfuzz. The fuzz voice is controlled by fuzz, tone, and volume knobs.
A toggle switch offers two distinct voices: Raw, which delivers a tighter, lower-gain, vintage-style fuzz, and Burn, which has a higher-gain setting with increased sustain and low-end.
Dual-Channel
Used separately, the sides deliver rich crunch or thick fuzz. Combined, they create a complete palette of tones perfect for rock, doom, and beyond.
A practical passive series effects loop is included, allowing users to insert external pedals between the Amp and Fuzz sections or to use the sections as entirely independent effects, offering lots of routing flexibility.
The Orama features click-less true-bypass switching via high-quality relays in each section. It also has top-mounted jacks, so it fits neatly onto pedalboard setups.
FAQ – Orama
What is the Orama?
The Orama (Greek for “vision”) is an all-analog, dual-drive pedal combining two powerful effects: an Amp-in-a-Box on the left side and a highly-tuned Fuzz on the right side. It’s designed to cover the full spectrum of classic rock, stoner, and doom tones.
What are the two sections based on?
The AMP side is a JFET-based circuit recreating the full gain range and harmonic complexity of the legendary Orange OR120 amplifier. The FUZZ side is a fine-tuned version of a revered ’90s boutique design (often associated with the Frantone Peachfuzz).
Can I use the sections independently?
Absolutely. Both the FUZZ and AMP sections operate independently and can be switched on/off separately.
Conclusion
The Orama offers some really nice features and could be perfect for players who need an ‘amp-in-a-pedal’ with a really nice boutique-style fuzz circuit. It provides many routing options, making it a strong choice for many guitarists’ pedalboard setups.
Price & Availability
The new Orama is available at Thomann, priced at $283 /£257 / €289.
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