Darkglass NSG Noisegate
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Darkglass
NSG Noisegate
Product Info
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The Darkglass NSG is a seriously useful little gate for bassists who want clean, silent performance without a ton of fuss. It’s perfect for players who need a reliable gate for live work or recording, and appreciate Darkglass’s signature transparent sound – it just disappears when you don’t need it.
Product Description
- Darkglass NSG Noisegate
- Effect Pedal for Electric Bass
- Easy-to-use noise gate for bass with a single dual-function threshold knob
- Turn to adjust the threshold of the noise gate
- Press to switch between soft mode for smoother gain reduction and hard mode for more aggressive gate operation
- Knob: Threshold
- Push button: Mode
- LED: Effect On
- Footswitch: Effect bypass
- Input and output: 6.3 mm jack
- Mains adapter connection: Hollow female plug 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- negative pole inside
- Power consumption: 60 mA
- Power supply with a 9 V DC mains adapter (not included
- suitable mains adapter: art. #409939#)
- Dimensions: (W x D x H): 50 x 37 x 100 mm
- Weight: 205 g
- Made in Finland
*Note:* Battery operation is not supported
PROS
- • Simple, intuitive single-knob operation minimizes fiddling during performance.
- • Darkglass's signature transparent gating avoids the 'choked' sound of cheaper units.
- • Compact size makes it pedalboard-friendly for gigging bassists.
- • Solid Finnish build quality suggests long-term reliability and durability.
CONS
- • Lack of parameter tweaking limits customization for nuanced noise reduction.
- • No power supply included; adds to the initial investment.
- • Single threshold knob might not suit players needing precise gate sculpting.
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Key Features
Effect Type
Noise Gate
Controls
Threshold (knob, dual-function - push for Mode selection)
Bypass Type
True Bypass (footswitch)
Power Supply
9V DC, 60mA (adapter not included)
Connections
6.3mm mono jacks (Input, Output, Mains Adapter)
Dimensions
50 x 37 x 100 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Soft mode provides a gentler reduction, preserving more of the bass's natural sustain; hard mode offers more aggressive gating for tighter, more abrupt cuts.
Yes, the NSG handles high-output signals well, though you might need to adjust the threshold to avoid unwanted gating.
A standard 9V DC power supply with a 5.5mm x 2.1mm connector (negative center) will work, but Darkglass adapters are polarity-correct and ensure optimal performance.
