MXR M 195 Noise Clamp
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MXR
M 195 Noise Clamp
Product Info
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The M 195 is a clever little pedal. It's perfect for players with heavily effected rigs who are battling hiss and hum, or those who want a compact effect loop. The build is classic MXR, so it’ll take a beating on the road.
Product Description
- MXR M 195 Noise Clamp
- Effect Loop / Noise Clamp Combination Pedal
- For Electric Guitars and electric basses
- Noise Reduction -26 dB
- Eliminates hiss & excess noise from your effects chain with a single threshold Trigger knob
- 2 Bypass operation modes
- Adjustable on board
- Loop off Mode: Effect loop is disabled when the pedal is switched off
- Loop on Mode: Effect loop is activated when the pedal is switched off
- 2 Status LED
- Input and output as well as send and return each has a 6.3 mm jack
- Sturdy metal housing
- Operation with 9V battery or power supply 9V DC under Article Nr #409939# (not included)
PROS
- • Solid MXR build quality; feels incredibly robust.
- • Effective noise reduction without noticeable coloration.
- • Flexible loop/clamp combination saves pedalboard space.
- • Trigger knob offers nuanced noise shaping control.
CONS
- • Noise reduction might be overkill for cleaner rigs.
- • Effect loop adds complexity for simple setups.
- • Limited tonal shaping beyond noise reduction.
Product Video
Key Features
Effect Type
Noise Reduction / Effect Loop
Controls
Single Threshold Trigger knob
Bypass Type
True Bypass (Loop Off) / 4X Bypass (Loop On)
Power Supply
9V DC (center negative) or 9V battery
Connections
2x 6.3mm jack (Input/Output), 2x 6.3mm jack (Send/Return)
Dimensions
4.75 in x 2.75 in x 1.75 in
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, the clamp is designed to be transparent, focusing solely on attenuating noise without altering your core tone.
Loop Off completely removes the effect loop, while Loop On preserves your effects chain’s signal even when the noise clamp isn’t actively clamping, useful for A/B comparisons.
Unlike a noise gate, the M 195’s threshold is more subtle and responsive, acting as a clamp rather than a hard gate, preventing sudden signal cutoffs.
