Why Germanium transistors sound better in fuzz pedals:

Because Germanium transistors are warmer, smoother, and more organic distortion, with a lower and softer clipping characteristic that contributes to a "vintage" or "amp-like" overdrive.

Germanium transistors produce a less harsh, more rounded, and smoother distortion compared to the more abrasive sound of silicon.

Germanium transistors are more sensitive to the guitar volume knob changes, which allows for a more dynamic and expressive playing experience.

Germanium transistors have a lower gain and a more limited frequency response, which cuts down on high-frequency harshness and contributes to the sought-after vintage sound of many classic fuzz pedals.

At the FreezeZone we only use germanium transistors.