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Microtubes B1K

Microtubes B1K

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The Microtubes B1K is a phenomenal tribute to one of Darkglass's most legendary distortion circuits in a compact and intuitive format. The first of its kind from an all-new lineup, the Microtubes B1K offers the classic Microtubes sound in a small and straightforward format.

  • The Microtubes distortion tone in a mini pedal
  • Straightforward design in a reliable form factor
  • Concentric Level and Drive control knobs
  • Internal Tone and Blend controls with easy access
  • Internal switches for Mid Boost and Grunt with easy access
  • Standard 9V DC pedal power
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Mini Bass Overdrive

Smaller and more straightforward, the Microtubes B1K brings Darkglass’ legendary distortion circuit into a portable and functional form factor. It is the first of its kind from an all -new lineup, with intuitive controls and easy access to secondary internal controls. Designed by mechanical and electronics engineers hungry to piece together a rugged and reliable piece of equipment, this mini pedal is affordable without sacrificing the high quality Darkglass is known for.

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  • Level

    Sets the volume of the overdriven signal.

  • Drive

  • Dimensions

    Sets the amount of saturation in the overdriven signal.

  • Warning

    Width: 50 mm /2″
    Length: 45 mm/ 1¾″
    Height: 100 mm / 4″
    Weight: 205 g / 0.45 lb

  • The Microtubes B1K has a current draw of 30 mA. Only use a regulated 9V DC adapter with a center-negative plug.

    Unregulated power supplies and/or higher voltages may result in suboptimal noise performance and even damage your unit, voiding the warranty.

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  • Blend

    Mixes the clean input signal with the overdriven signal.

    The clean signal is fixed at unity gain, while the volume of the overdriven signal is set by the Level knob, allowing for fine control of the blend ratio.

    Turn clockwise to blend in the clean signal.

  • Tone

    Controls the high-frequency content of the sound. A variable low pass filter from 3 kHz to 8 kHz. Turn CCW for a brighter sound.

  • Grunt

    Provides a low-end boost to massively thicken your sound when engaged.

  • MBoost

    Gives a subtle 6 dB boost from 300 Hz to 1 kHz to help you cut through the mix.

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In the interest of continuous improvement, specifications are subject to change without notice. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at www.darkglass.com

The manufacturer claims that the above product fulfills the requirements as set by EN55013, EN55020, EN60555-2, EN60555-3, RoHS, WEEE.