• Alpha·Omega Φoton-Pedals-Darkglass
  • Alpha·Omega Φoton-Pedals-Darkglass
  • Alpha·Omega Φoton-Pedals-Darkglass
  • Alpha·Omega Φoton-Pedals-Darkglass
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Alpha·Omega Φoton

Alpha·Omega Φoton

The Alpha·Omega Photon combines Darkglass' signature Alpha·Omega parallel distortion with the versatile format of the Aggressively Distorting Advanced Machine. In addition to powerful distortion and studio-quality compression, the Alpha·Omega Photon is capable as an audio interface via USB-C or an amp replacement using cab sim IRs and XLR DI output.

  • Advanced Alpha·Omega distortion and compression pedal
  • MIDI input to externally control parameters
  • 6-band graphic EQ
  • 5 compressor modes
  • 5 distortion modes
  • 5 cab sim IRs
  • Aux input and headphone output
  • Audio interface capability over USB-C
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The Pinnacle of Modern Bass Tone

Versatility, empowerment, limitless options, and ever-demanding tools at the disposal of every musician and composer are today on demand. A call for inventive devices continues to make musicians more inspired, clever and connected. A comprehensive design allows programming each part of the pedal, from compression, distortion, and cabinet simulation in the signal chain to presets via MIDI and the Darkglass Suite. The Alpha·Omega now has its ultimate interface. Fully programmable, empowered, and never before this versatile.

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    COMPRESSOR

    This control allows setting the input gain of the compressor that will translate into how much the signal is compressed while our intelligent make-up gain algorithm keeps the output of the compressor at usable levels. The compressor has 5 ratios available: 4:1, 8:1, 12:1, 20:1 and ALL IN.

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    DISTORTION

    The Drive potentiometer adds distortion and drive to our signal (modes 2-4) or blends in the tube preamp emulation (mode 1). Crank this knob to add more saturation or character to your distortion/preamp part of the signal chain.

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    CABINET SIMULATION

    The Mod potentiometer selects or mixes between the Alpha and Omega circuits. Alpha is punchy, tight with a lot of definition, whereas Omega is simply brutal and raw.

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Front Panel Features

  • Compression

    The Compression potentiometer is the one-knob solution for compression on the Alpha·Omega Φoton. This controls the amount of input gain to the compressor and intelligently applies the correct amount of makeup gain so that your signal is always driven at the appropriate level, no matter how much compression is applied.

  • Drive

    The Drive potentiometer adds distortion and drive to our signal (modes 2-4) or blends in the tube preamp emulation (mode 1). Crank this knob to add more saturation or character to your distortion/preamp part of the signal chain.

  • Mod

    The Mod potentiometer selects or mixes between the Alpha and Omega circuits. Alpha is punchy, tight with a lot of definition, whereas Omega is simply brutal and raw.

  • Blend

    The Blend potentiometer mixes between the distortion signal and the clean sidechain signal.

  • Level

    The Level potentiometer controls the master volume of the Alpha·Omega Φoton.

  • Touch Sensitive Sliders

    Each slider has a -12 dB to 12 dB range. From left to right, the frequency bands for each slider correspond to a low shelf, 250 Hz, 500 Hz, 1.5 kHz, 3 kHz, and a high shelf.

  • Dimensions

    Width: 18 cm / 7″
    Length: 12 cm / 4 ½”
    Height: 6 cm / 2 ½”
    Weight: 0,7 kg / 1,55 lb

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Back Panel Features

  • Input

    This is the primary instrument input on the Alpha·Omega Φoton. Connect your instrument or output from your pedal board to the 1/4” mono jack.

  • Aux In

    The stereo input of the Alpha·Omega Φoton enables the playback of backing tracks while practicing or recording. Connect your mobile phone, laptop etc. to the 1/8” stereo jack.

  • Headphone Output

    The headphone output can handle headphones with an impedance of 16 – 600 ohms. Connect your headphones to the 1/8” stereo jack and set the desired level from the dedicated potentiometer next to the jack.

  • Direct Output

    An XLR output with a ground lift switch provides a reliable standard connection to a mixing desk or an external audio interface for a guaranteed low-noise signal.

  • MIDI In

    A standard 1/8” TRS (Type B) jack allows connecting an external MIDI controller to the Alpha·Omega Φoton for even more flexibility.

  • USB

    The USB-C port unlocks the Alpha Omega Φoton’s USB audio interface capabilities and enables interaction with the Darkglass Suite desktop app, allowing for software updates and access to the Darkglass IR library, containing hundreds of cabinet simulations. USB MIDI is also supported.

  • Balanced Outputs

    The two balanced outputs add routing versatility and the option of using the Alpha·Omega Φoton as a fully equipped audio interface. Connect your studio monitors, amplifier or other effects to the 1/4” balanced jacks using a TRS connector (Tip +, Ring -, Sleeve GND). If you feed an unbalanced input from these outputs, use an instrument cable with a mono 1/4” plug.

  • Warning

    The Alpha·Omega Φoton has a current draw of ~500mA. 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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Darkglass Suite

Utilizing the desktop or mobile version of the Darkglass Suite allows you to customize the settings of each preset to your liking. The signal chain options are available with the embedded noise gate, in addition with the use of the available impulse responses from our library or your custom third party impulses to the available slots.

Custom routing options for each output are available and MIDI mapping to control the extra preset slots with program change commands and control change commands for the specific available controls of your choice.

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Distortion with Precision

The Alpha·Omega Photon combines dual distortion paths with a 6-band graphic EQ, impulse response support, and full MIDI integration in a compact pedal.

To learn more, see the product manual HERE.

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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.