Subsonus
Synthy Sub-Octave Fuzz with Glitch-Activated Madness
The Subsonus from Monkey Riot Pedals is part fuzz, part synth, and part glitchy playground—all wrapped in a compact, pedalboard-friendly box. Using a CMOS chip to generate a deep, synth-style sub-octave below your input signal, Subsonus lets you choose between one or two octaves down, then blend that voice into a fuzzed-out wall of square-wave goodness.
Whether you’re a bassist looking to add thunder or a guitarist chasing synth-inspired textures, Subsonus turns simple riffs into seismic, synthy hooks.
Core Controls That Shape the Chaos
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Volume: Adjusts overall output level
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Mix: Blend between pure fuzz and the synthesized octave voice
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Filter: Rolls off high-end frequencies as you turn it clockwise—perfect for taming the top or dialing in lo-fi grit
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Octave Switch: Choose between 1 or 2 octaves down for deep thump or subterranean rumble
Momentary Glitch Mode: Tap Into the Unexpected
The standout feature? That left footswitch. It’s a momentary control that activates Glitch Mode, adding pitch-shifting glissandos as your notes decay. It’s unpredictable, expressive, and seriously fun to play with—perfect for ambient passages, sci-fi textures, or just freaking out your rhythm section.
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Right Footswitch: True bypass with UV LED indicator
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Left Footswitch: Momentary Glitch Mode for dynamic, glitchy swoops
Built for Creative Tone Explorers
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Synth-style sub-octave tracking via CMOS chip
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High-gain Darlington transistor fuzz circuit
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Top-mounted jacks for easy pedalboard integration
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Powered by 9V center-negative supply (no battery option)
The Verdict
The Subsonus isn’t just another octave fuzz—it’s a tone-sculpting tool that blurs the line between instrument and synth. Glitch Mode is where it really shines, giving you spontaneous, pitch-warping effects that react to your playing in real time. It’s weird in the best way, and once you plug in, you won’t want to stop.
BOOM!
