Aguilar DB 316 Midrange EQ

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Aguilar DB 316 Midrange EQ

Aguilar

DB 316 Midrange EQ

4.8 (2 reviews)

Product Info

Article Number: 610071
Brand: Aguilar
Model: DB 316 Midrange EQ
Category: Bass Preamps
Price: $119.90

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The DB 316 is a really clever little box. If you’re playing a bass with a basic preamp or passive electronics and need to dial in some serious mid-range definition – think Motown thump or a little more growl for rock – this is a fantastic, affordable solution. It’s like having a Tone Hammer preamp in a pedal.

Product Description

  • Aguilar DB 316 Midrange EQ
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Bass
  • Bass Preamp
  • EQ pedal based on the preamplifier of the Tone Hammer series to perfect the sound in the mids
  • Ideal for basses with 2-band preamps and passive instruments where the mids are in the foreground
  • Can be used as an ‘always-on’ EQ for any situation or as a practical tool to quickly switch to a second EQ setting
  • Freq control: tunable mid-range frequency control - range from 180 - 1
  • 000 Hz
  • Level control: +/-17 dB boost or cut
  • Input and output: 6.3 mm jack
  • Power supply via 9 V DC power supply unit
  • Housing material: Steel
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 43 x 48 x 94mm
  • Weight: approx. 220 g
  • Includes power supply
PROS
  • • Aguilar's Tone Hammer preamp voicing delivers a focused, musical mid-range boost.
  • • Steel housing provides robust durability for gigging and travel.
  • • Wide frequency range (180-1000Hz) offers precise mid-sculpting capabilities.
  • • Includes power supply – a welcome convenience for pedalboard setup.
CONS
  • • Limited to midrange shaping; lacks broader EQ flexibility for full tonal control.
  • • 9V DC power requirement can be a constraint for some pedalboard power solutions.
  • • Small footprint means careful pedalboard planning to avoid crowding.

Key Features

Channels Single
Preamp Type Discrete Class A
EQ Bands Mid-Range (Semi-Parametric)
DI Output No
Effects None
Weight 220g

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Frequently Asked Questions

It replicates the core mid-range voicing of the Tone Hammer, but lacks the full preamp functionality and additional EQ bands of the larger unit.
While it *can* be used with active basses, its primary benefit is for passive basses or those with very limited EQ; active basses often already have sufficient mid-range shaping.
The level control primarily affects the mid-range boost/cut; while it will subtly impact the overall signal, it’s not designed as a general-purpose clean boost.

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