The Sonicake Thump is a high-gain distortion pedal built around a pure analog circuit, aimed at metal, djent and progressive styles. Sonicake says the circuit delivers tight, defined distortion tones with an authentic dynamic response, free from digital coloration1. It carries the model number QDS-092.
What it does
The Thump offers two tone modes, Modern and Vintage, which Sonicake describes as suited to metal, djent and progressive styles1. Alongside the distortion itself, it includes an independently switchable Boost and Noise Gate. Sonicake suggests using them together for a noise-free, powerful sound, and each can be used on its own for tone shaping1.
Controls
Sonicake describes the Thump as having full control with precise knobs for Gain, a 3-band EQ, Noise Gate and Boost1.
| Control | Function |
|---|---|
| Gain | Sets the amount of distortion1 |
| 3-band EQ | Shapes bass, mid and treble1 |
| Noise Gate | Independently switchable gate to tame noise1 |
| Boost | Independently switchable boost for extra push1 |
Power and specifications
The Thump runs on DC 9V center negative power and draws 44mA. Sonicake notes that a power supply is not included, so you will need your own 9V center-negative adapter or a power supply output on your pedalboard1. At 44mA it is within reach of most standard pedalboard power outputs, but it is worth checking that any daisy-chain or battery-snap arrangement you use can supply the current.
What players and reviewers say
Sonicake's own product page carries three reviews, all positive1. One of them, from Seattle musician Jon Storms, describes using the Thump for recording and live, and says he runs two Thump pedals together on his Fly-Rig setup3.
"I used this for recording and live, it's tone is consistent and I can't say anything negative about it"
Where it sits in Sonicake's range
The Thump is Sonicake's dedicated high-gain distortion. The maker's range also includes other drive-adjacent pedals, such as the Sonicake Rude Mouse, a Rat-style distortion, the Sonicake Shark, the Sonicake King of Twins and the Sonicake Cowboy. For a wider view of the category, see the site's pages on Distortion Pedals, Overdrive Pedals, Fuzz Pedals and Noise Gate Pedals1.
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Questions
Is the Sonicake Thump true bypass?
Yes. Sonicake states the Thump uses a true bypass circuit, which the maker says preserves the original character of your tone when the pedal is switched off. That means the guitar signal passes through the pedal untouched when it is disengaged, with no buffering in the signal path.
Does the Sonicake Thump come with a power adapter?
No. Sonicake lists the power requirement as DC 9V center negative and notes that a power supply is not included. You will need a 9V center-negative adapter or pedalboard power supply output capable of supplying at least 44mA, since the pedal draws 44mA of current.
What is the Sonicake Thump's model number?
The Sonicake Thump carries the model number QDS-09, according to Sonicake's own product listing.
Is the Sonicake Thump analog or digital?
The Thump is analog. Sonicake describes it as a pure analog high-gain circuit that delivers tight, defined distortion tones with an authentic dynamic response, free from digital coloration.
How much does the Sonicake Thump weigh?
Sonicake lists the Thump's weight as 384g. Its dimensions are 120mm deep, 90mm wide and 53.5mm high.
