The Sonicake Fazy Sandwich is a compact fuzz pedal that combines three classic fuzz sounds in one box, selected with a three-way switch. Sonicake describes it as a no-doubt surprising fuzz pedal, born with a pure sound and excellent dynamic response, delivering the sound of classic fuzz tone1. It is 100% analog with true bypass switching1.
The controls
The Fazy Sandwich keeps things simple: two knobs control Fuzz and Tone, and each of the three fuzz styles has what Sonicake calls a rich range of adjustments across those two controls1. The Tone knob goes beyond a simple roll-off. Sonicake says it offers additional tonal shaping options, for either fattening the bottom end or adding crystal clear sparkles to the overall tone2.
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| Fuzz | Sets the amount of fuzz1 |
| Tone | Tonal shaping, from fattening the bottom end to adding crystal clear sparkles12 |
| Style switch | Selects one of three fuzz styles2 |
| Footswitch | Heavy-duty metal true bypass switch with on/off status LED2 |
The three fuzz styles
A three-way switch selects between the three styles, which Sonicake says gives the pedal its versatility2. The maker describes the pedal overall as delivering the sound of classic fuzz tone, "born with a pure sound and excellent dynamic response"1.
"Fazy Sandwich was born with a pure sound and excellent dynamic response."
In other words, the pedal covers the three classic fuzz circuits most players name first: the fuzz family's early British and silicon designs. Sonicake itself describes the J.F. mode as a Big Muff style fuzz2.
Power, size and build
The pedal runs on a DC 9V center negative supply and draws 33mA. Sonicake notes that the adapter is not included, and that the pedal works with a regular 9V center negative pedal power supply1.
No power adapter is included. You will need a 9V center negative pedal power supply, the standard type used by most compact pedals1.
The enclosure is a hard metal casing that Sonicake says is able to withstand wear and tear, with a heavy-duty metal footswitch and an on/off status LED1. At 93.5mm deep by 42mm wide by 52mm high and 224g, it is a small footprint pedal in the same compact family as Sonicake's Fazy Cream1.
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Questions
Is the Sonicake Fazy Sandwich true bypass?
Yes. Sonicake describes the Fazy Sandwich as 100% analog and true bypass, with a true bypass footswitch for keeping your tone clear when the effect is off. The footswitch is a heavy-duty metal type with an on/off status LED.
Does the Fazy Sandwich come with a power adapter?
No. Sonicake lists the power requirement as DC 9V center negative and notes that the adapter is not included. The pedal is designed to work with a regular 9V center negative pedal power supply.
What are the V, M and J.F. modes on the Fazy Sandwich?
The pedal offers three fuzz styles selected by a switch. According to a customer review quoted by Sonicake, the V (vintage) mode sounds like a Tone Bender Mk1.5, the M (modern) mode sounds like a Big Muff, and the J.F. mode, which the maker describes as a Big Muff style fuzz, sounds like a Fuzz Face.
Is the Fazy Sandwich analog or digital?
It is fully analog. Sonicake describes the Fazy Sandwich as 100% analog with true bypass switching.
How big is the Sonicake Fazy Sandwich?
Sonicake lists the dimensions as 93.5mm deep by 42mm wide by 52mm high, with a weight of 224g, so it is a compact pedal that fits easily on a crowded board.
