The Broughton Audio Malfiore is a transistor based fuzz pedal that the maker describes as adding texture and harmonics, creating driving rock tones and synth vibes, and as "a sinister fuzz pedal that sounds as mean as it looks."1 It runs from a thick overdrive at low settings to full fuzz with the Fuzz knob turned up, and it is built for both guitar and bass, including instruments with active electronics.1
The Malfiore was a limited release with special commissioned artwork capturing a vintage horror movie vibe as of 26 October 2026.1
Controls
The Malfiore gets its range from three knobs.1
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| Fuzz | Sets the amount of saturation. At minimum it gives a nice thick overdrive; turned up it delivers more fuzz. It also allows any bass or guitar to be set without being choked out, including instruments with active electronics. |
| Tone | Instead of a conventional high frequency filter, it morphs the mid frequency profile as you turn it: emphasize the low mids, cut the high mids, accentuate biting highs, or create a smooth warm fuzz. |
| Level | The maker's page describes three knobs; the third control's function is not detailed on it. |
Power and bypass
The pedal requires a 9 volt DC power supply, which is not included. The DC supply should be a standard Boss style connector with center negative polarity, and the current draw is approximately 5 mA.1 The Malfiore has a true bypass switch, so its circuit drops out of the signal path when it is off.1
Buying, returns and warranty
Broughton Audio listed the Malfiore at US$170.00 and ships internationally via Canada Post, with the shipping cost shown at check-out.1
To return one, the buyer emails sales@broughtonaudio.com within 7 days of receiving the product, pays return shipping, and gets a refund minus the shipping cost once the product is received in new condition.1
Products are covered for one year to the original owner, with warranty repairs handled through sales@broughtonaudio.com.1
Where it sits in Broughton Audio's range
Broughton Audio makes several other dirt and filter pedals that sit alongside the Malfiore, including the Broughton Audio Firebrand Fuzz, the Broughton Audio Dystopia, the Broughton Audio Rumblefish and the Broughton Audio Phase Locked Loop. For a wider look at the type, see Fuzz Pedals, and for the gentler end of the Malfiore's range, see Overdrive Pedals.
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Questions
Is the Broughton Audio Malfiore true bypass?
Yes. Broughton Audio states the Malfiore has a true bypass switch, so the pedal's circuit is removed from the signal path entirely when it is switched off.
What polarity does the Broughton Audio Malfiore use?
The Malfiore uses center negative polarity. Broughton Audio says the DC supply should be a standard Boss style connector, center negative, which is the same type most pedalboard power supplies provide.
Does the Broughton Audio Malfiore come with a power supply?
No. The pedal requires a 9 volt DC power supply, and Broughton Audio notes that it is not included, so you will need your own supply with a center negative Boss style connector.
How much current does the Broughton Audio Malfiore draw?
Broughton Audio lists the current draw as approximately 5 mA, which is low enough that the pedal sits comfortably on any standard pedalboard power supply.
What does the Tone knob do on the Malfiore?
Instead of a conventional high frequency filter, the Tone knob morphs the mid frequency profile as you turn it. Broughton Audio says it can emphasize the low mids, cut the high mids, accentuate biting highs, or create a smooth warm fuzz.
What is the warranty on the Broughton Audio Malfiore?
Broughton Audio covers its products for one year to the original owner. Warranty repairs are handled by emailing sales@broughtonaudio.com.
Sources (1)
- Malfiore, Broughton Audio
