• Microtubes B7K V2-Pedals-Darkglass
  • Microtubes B7K V2-Pedals-Darkglass
  • Microtubes B7K V2-Pedals-Darkglass
  • Microtubes B7K V2-Pedals-Darkglass
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Darkglass

Microtubes B7K V2

Microtubes B7K V2

With the Darkglass Electronics Microtubes B7K v2 Bass Preamp, you'll get all the features of the original B7K, along with the ability to better sculpture your tone: you get the option to change the center frequency from 1 kHz to 500 Hz on the low mids, and the option to change the center frequency from 3 kHz to 1.5 kHz on the high mids. This will allow you to tailor your absolute dream distortion tone.

  • Blend - Mixes the clean input signal with the overdriven signal.
  • Level - Sets the volume of the overdriven signal.
  • Drive - Sets the amount of saturation in the overdriven signal.
  • Grunt Switch - Sets the amount of low frequency content to saturate
  • Attack Switch - Sets the amount of treble content to saturate
  • Parallel Output - A passthrough for your input signal, useful for parallel processing.
  • Direct Output - A balanced version of the ¼" output
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Design and Tone. Perfected.

Tone crushing overdrive and super transparent modern sound is the essence of the Microtubes B7K. One of the most acclaimed Darkglass pedals in the bass community, it doesn´t compromise the original sound of the instrument, but it enhances its presence in the mix.

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Front Features

  • Blend

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

  • Level

    Sets the volume of the overdriven signal.

  • Drive

    Sets the amount of saturation in the overdriven signal.

  • Attack Switch

    Sets the amount of treble content to saturate: The “Boost” setting emphasizes the treble content extra clarity and presence.

    The “Flat” position leaves this register untouched while the “Cut” position will reduce the amount of high frequencies being saturated.

    This new addition helps to keep the treble portion of the signal under control, specially useful when playing with new strings and/or cabinets with tweeters!

  • Grunt Switch

    Sets the amount of low frequency content to saturate by selecting between three different bass boost levels before the clipping stage.

  • Low

    +-12dB @ 100Hz

  • Low Mids Switch

    This switch change the center frequency of the Low Mids from 1kHz to 500Hz.

  • Low Mids

    +-12dB @ 500Hz

  • Hi Mids

    +-12dB @ 1.5kHz

  • Hi Mids Switch

    This switch change the center frequency of the Hi Mids from 3kHz to 1.5kHz.

  • Treble

    +-12dB @ 5kHz

  • Dimensions

    Width: 94 mm / 3¾″
    Length: 120 mm/ 4¾″
    Height: 46 mm / 1¾″
    Weight: 320 g / 0.7 lb

  • Warning

    The Microtubes B7K has a current draw of 26 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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Input and Outputs

  • Output

    Connect from the ¼” Output jack to the input of your amplifier or another effects pedal.

  • Ground Lift

    Use this control to lift the ground of the XLR output. If you are experiencing ground noise in your DI signal, try changing this control.

  • Direct Output

    A balanced version of the ¼” output, useful for running into PA’s or studio mixing consoles.

  • Input

    Connect your instrument or output from your pedal board to the ¼” mono jack.

  • 9V DC

    Only use a regulated 9V DC adapter with a center-negative plug.

  • Parallel Output

    A passthrough for your input signal, useful for parallel processing.

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DISCLAIMER

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.