Darkglass Microtubes X
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Microtubes X
Product Info
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The Microtubes X is a powerhouse for bassists seeking that aggressive, modern, and deeply saturated tone. It's fantastic for metal, progressive rock, and anything needing serious low-end thump. While it's not a one-stop-shop for all bass tones, it excels at what it does.
Product Description
- Darkglass Microtubes X
- Effects Pedal
- Bass Distortion
- For aggressive full and fat sound
- High-pass control from 100 - 1000Hz
- low-pass from 50 - 500Hz
- level
- drive
- mix and mids
- Input: 6.3 mm Jack
- Output: 6.3 mm Jack
- Connection for 9 V DC power supply with negative pole inside (not included)
- Dimensions: 111 x 64 x 43 mm
- Weight: 250 g
PROS
- • Exceptional low-end saturation, retains clarity even at high gain
- • Highly effective high/low pass filters for tonal shaping
- • Compact size makes it pedalboard-friendly for most setups
- • Darkglass's signature 'Blink' mode offers unique rhythmic distortion
CONS
- • Limited versatility beyond aggressive, modern bass tones
- • Can be muddy if high-pass filter isn't carefully adjusted
- • Power supply not included, a common but frustrating omission
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Key Features
Effect Type
Bass Distortion/Overdrive
Controls
Drive, Level, Mids, High Pass Filter, Low Pass Filter, Blink Switch
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
9V DC, negative center pole
Connections
6.3mm Mono Input, 6.3mm Mono Output, 9V DC Power Input
Dimensions
111 x 64 x 43 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Blink creates a rhythmic, pulsating distortion effect, triggered by the input signal, adding a unique texture.
Yes, the high-pass filter is crucial; without careful adjustment, the pedal can quickly become overwhelming, but it's very effective when dialed in properly.
Even at lower Drive settings, the Microtubes X imparts a subtle, darker character to the bass signal, enhancing the low-mid frequencies.
