Thug DeLuxe

Tweakable three-knob version of the Thug, based on a tweakable three-knob version of a pedal based on the pedal the Thug is based on. Make sense?

This isn't just a Thug with a tone control, and don't expect more fuzz than the one-knobber. The Attack control lets you decrease the fuzz, but doesn't offer more. The Filter control adds a bit more interest - at 12 o'clock it's around the same as a standard Thug. Wind it clockwise and you pump more bass, which in turn pushes your output more. Wind it back and you thin it out.

Perfect partner to a fat tube amp and a detuned guitar. Doom flavours from crunch to buzzsaw.

The original has a linear pot for the Attack control. Reverse log works better so we're now supplying those. If you want to go with the original taper drop a note on your order. Really, don't do it.

The kit is supplied with vertical-mount pots which have round shafts, so you'll need set-screw fitting knobs.

If you want the PCB without parts there's a link for that at the bottom of the page.

Partial kit: PCB, all board-mounted components, pots.

Full kit: As above, plus footswitch and appropriate daughterboard/components for your selected bypass type (see Downloads section for details of those), jack sockets, DC socket, battery snap, hook-up wire, LED.

Enclosure (pre-drilled) is available as an option with full kits, and can take a battery if desired with footswitch positioned 22mm higher, closer to the controls. Knobs are not included.

Builds are only available with full kits including enclosures. Please choose appropriate knobs.

Inspired by: Meathead Deluxe

Difficulty: Easy

PCB size: 50 x 20mm

Knobs required: 3

Enclosure: 1590B

Direct-Connect compatible (4-way)

Download the INSTRUCTION PDF