Darkglass Adam

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Darkglass Adam

Darkglass

Adam

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 507822
Model: Adam
Category: Bass Pedals
Price: $625.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The Darkglass Adam is a powerhouse – a distortion pedal, audio interface, and creative hub all rolled into one. It's perfect for gigging bassists needing a versatile, high-quality tone shaping tool, and for studio players who want seamless recording and direct output capabilities. The sheer amount of tweakability means you can really dial in your signature sound.

Product Description

  • Darkglass Adam
  • Effects Pedal for Electric Bass
  • Overdrive with audio interface
  • The most versatile bass distortion from Darkglass with integrated audio interface
  • speaker simulation and Bluetooth (Bluetooth audio in and settings via Darkglass Suite app)
  • 6-Band graphic EQ
  • Headphone output and balanced direct output
  • Controls: Compression
  • Drive
  • Character
  • Blend
  • Level
  • 6 Band Eq.
  • Footswitches with integrated rotary controls - each of which stores compression
  • distortion
  • impulse responses
  • EQ parameters and signal chain settings
  • Instrument input: 6.3 mm jack
  • XLR Di-Out (Ground Lift)
  • Balanced output: 2x 6.3 mm jack
  • Aux input: 3.5 mm
  • Headphone output: 3.5mm
  • Midi input: 3.5 mm
  • Digit cutout interface: USB-C
  • Power supply connection: barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm
  • negative polarity inside
  • Current consumption: 500 mA
  • Power supply via 9 V DC power supply (not included - suitable power supply: Art.#409939#)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 180 x 120 x 60 mm
  • Weight: 0.700 kg

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.

PROS
  • • Exceptional Darkglass distortion character – tight, modern, and articulate.
  • • Integrated audio interface simplifies recording and direct-to-PA routing.
  • • The rotary encoders offer incredible recall and nuanced parameter adjustments.
  • • Bluetooth connectivity and the Darkglass Suite app expand creative possibilities.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for many bassists.
  • • Complex feature set demands time to fully master and utilize.
  • • The 3.5mm aux input feels a little flimsy for frequent use.

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Key Features

Effect Type Overdrive/Distortion with Impulse Response Speaker Simulation
Controls Compression, Drive, Character, Blend, Level, 6-Band Graphic EQ, Rotary Encoders for parameter recall
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC Barrel Connector (5.5 x 2.1mm, negative polarity)
Connections 6.3mm Instrument Input, XLR Di-Out (Ground Lift), 2x 6.3mm Balanced Outputs, 3.5mm Aux Input, 3.5mm Headphone Output, 3.5mm MIDI Input, USB-C Digital Cutout Interface
Dimensions 5.5 in x 4.7 in x 2.1 in

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Frequently Asked Questions

It lets you wirelessly control parameters via the Darkglass Suite app, allowing for remote tweaking and preset management on your tablet or phone.
It's primarily for data – firmware updates and advanced routing options through the Darkglass Suite, though it can also provide power.
The Adam offers a much broader range of features, including the audio interface and Bluetooth, while the B7K focuses solely on distortion – the Adam is the more versatile, feature-rich option.

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