Suhr Ian Thornley Signature Thornicus Dual-Channel Fuzz Pedal

Massive Analog Fuzz Meets High-Gain Stage Versatility

Developed in close collaboration with Big Wreck frontman and tone connoisseur Ian Thornley, the Suhr Thornicus is a dual-channel analog fuzz pedal engineered to solve the age-old live performance dilemma: delivering huge, saturated fuzz wall-of-sound tones that slice through a dense band mix without collapsing into mud or losing low-end punch.

The Thornicus combines raw, vintage-inspired harmonic richness with modern precision control. Featuring two completely independent, footswitchable gain and level channels (Channel 1 and Channel 2) sharing a global EQ and Voice sweep, the Thornicus allows players to instantly toggle between an articulate rhythm fuzz and a searing, high-sustain lead tone on the fly.

Product Intelligence Matrix

• Best For: Alternative Rock, Progressive Rock, Fusion, Hard Rock, Modern Worship, Studio Session Work
• Tone Profile: Saturated, Harmonic, Punching Low-End, Articulate Midrange, Massive Sustain
• Channel Configuration: Dual Independent Channels (Ch 1 / Ch 2) with dedicated Gain & Level controls
• Tone Controls: Global Tone (High-Frequency Roll-Off) and Voice (Midrange Contour Sweep)
• Bypass Mechanics: True Bypass with silent, relay-based soft-touch switching for maximum signal integrity
• Power Requirements: Standard 9V DC center-negative power supply (Adapter not included)
• Enclosure & Build: Heavy-duty anodized aluminum chassis, hand-crafted in Lake Elsinore, California

The Sanctuary Expert Note

Most boutique fuzz pedals fall flat the second you hit the stage with a hard-hitting drummer because they scoop away your crucial midrange frequencies. The Thornicus solves this completely with its active Voice control—allowing you to dial in everything from vintage woolly enclosure tones to cutting, aggressive modern fuzz without losing low-end articulation. Having two distinct footswitchable volume and gain settings on a single board footprint makes it an absolute powerhouse for gigging players.