Suhr Thornicus Fuzz Ian Thornley Signature Fuzz Pedal

The Suhr Thornicus Fuzz is Ian Thornley’s ultimate fuzz and octave fuzz in one rugged, tour-ready box. Years of tweaking, testing and A/B comparisons have resulted in a dual-channel design that delivers everything from classic saturated woolliness to snarling, octave-laced chaos, with independent controls for each side so you can sculpt two completely different fuzz voices and switch between them at will.

Built in close collaboration between Kevin Suhr and Ian Thornley, the Thornicus Fuzz captures the feel and response of Ian’s favourite vintage and modern fuzzes, while adding the flexibility and reliability demanded by a modern touring rig. Whether you are stacking it into a pushed valve amp, using it as your main gain sound, or calling up precise presets via MIDI in a complex live setup, it responds to your touch, your guitar and your playing dynamics in a deeply musical way.

The dedicated octave circuit delivers the blooming, harmonically rich upper overtones that Ian loves, from singing, vocal-like leads to wild, synthy textures that cut through any mix. Each side has its own tone shaping, letting you dial in a fat, rounded fuzz for rhythm and a sharper, more aggressive octave voice for leads, or anything in between. The result is a single pedal that can cover an entire set of fuzz tones without compromise.

With MIDI integration for remote control and seamless switching, the Thornicus Fuzz slots effortlessly into anything from a simple pedalboard to a fully automated touring rig. If you are chasing a fuzz that feels alive under the fingers, stays consistent night after night and covers a huge range of sounds, this is designed to be the last fuzz you will ever need.

Ian Thornley Signature Fuzz

Developed over several years with Ian Thornley, the Thornicus Fuzz distils the character of his favourite fuzz circuits into one cohesive design. It delivers the chewy saturation, dynamic clean-up and expressive response that Ian relies on in the studio and on stage, giving you a professional, road-tested fuzz voice that simply works in real musical contexts.

Dual-Channel Fuzz Power

The Thornicus Fuzz features two fully independent channels: a core Fuzz and a dedicated Octave Fuzz. Each side has its own controls, so you can set up contrasting sounds and move between them instantly. This dual architecture means one pedal can cover everything from thick, sustaining rhythm tones to searing, octave-laden leads without having to re-dial your settings.

Expressive Octave Character

The octave circuit is voiced to deliver the raw, blooming overtones that respond directly to your picking hand and guitar volume. From chiming, almost organ-like textures to controlled chaos, it rewards subtle changes in touch and phrasing, behaving more like an extension of your instrument than a simple effect.

MIDI-Ready for Modern Rigs

With MIDI control on tap, the Thornicus Fuzz integrates easily into advanced pedalboard and rack systems. You can switch channels and recall sounds remotely, keeping your hands on the guitar while your controller or switcher handles the heavy lifting. It is ideal for players who need repeatable, precise fuzz tones from song to song.

• Dual-Channel Fuzz and Octave Fuzz - Two independent channels give you a primary fuzz and a separate octave fuzz in one enclosure. This lets you set up complementary sounds for rhythm and lead, or stackable textures, without needing multiple pedals.
• Independent Tone Controls per Channel - Each side of the Thornicus Fuzz has its own dedicated tone shaping, so you can fine-tune the EQ and character of the fuzz and octave circuits separately. This provides precise control over how each voice sits in a mix.
• Artist-Driven Design - Created through a long-term collaboration between Kevin Suhr and Ian Thornley, the circuit reflects countless refinements based on real-world use. You benefit from a fuzz that has been honed on stages and in studios, not just on a workbench.
• MIDI Integration - Built-in MIDI support allows you to switch channels and integrate the Thornicus Fuzz into modern, automated rigs. It offers fast, reliable control for players who need consistent, recallable fuzz tones in complex live or studio setups.

General

• Product: Suhr Thornicus Fuzz
• Type: Ian Thornley Signature Fuzz / Octave Fuzz Pedal
• Channels: Dual-channel (Fuzz and Octave Fuzz)

Controls

• Independent controls for Fuzz channel
• Independent controls for Octave Fuzz channel
• Dedicated tone control on each channel

Connectivity

• MIDI: Integrated MIDI control for channel switching