MXR M 280 Vintage Bass Octave
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MXR
M 280 Vintage Bass Octave
Product Info
Article Number:
459683
Brand:
MXR
Model:
M 280 Vintage Bass Octave
Category:
Bass Pedals
Price:
$191.40
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This M280 is a fantastic recreation of a classic MXR circuit, delivering a surprisingly clean and powerful sub-octave sound. It's a solid choice for bassists wanting to add some serious low-end thump to their sound, especially those leaning towards funk, dub, or heavier genres, and it's surprisingly affordable.
Product Description
- MXR M 280 Vintage Bass Octave
- Effect Pedal for Electric Bass
- Sub-Octaver
- Based on a classic Sub-Octave circuit
- From fat growl to tremulous dub tones
- Outstanding tracking
- 2 Independent sub-octave voices
- Switchable midrange boost up to +13 dB (400 Hz / 800 Hz)
- Constant Headroom Technology (CHT) for more headroom
- True bypass
- Controls for Dry
- Oct 1 and Oct 2
- MID switch for selecting the midrange boost centre frequency
- Internal trimpot for adjusting the mid boost level
- Status LED
- Metal housing
- 6.3 mm Mono jack input/output
- Power supply via 9 V DC power supply unit
- Power consumption: 45 mA
- Dimensions (D x W x H): 90 x 40 x 55 mm
- Weight: 130 g
*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.
PROS
- • Excellent tracking, even with fast basslines and complex rhythms.
- • The MID switch provides crucial tonal shaping for clarity.
- • Solid metal housing feels robust and gig-ready; reliable build.
- • Dual sub-octave voices offer a wide range of low-end textures.
CONS
- • Lacks battery operation, requiring a power supply – a modern inconvenience.
- • The MID trimpot adjustment is internal, limiting fine-tuning.
- • Can introduce some muddiness if not carefully dialed in with EQ.
Product Video
Key Features
Effect Type
Sub-Octaver
Controls
Dry, Oct 1, Oct 2, Mid Switch, Internal Mid Boost Trimpot
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
9V DC Power Supply (45mA)
Connections
6.3 mm Mono Jack Input/Output
Dimensions
90 x 40 x 55 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's very good for a vintage-inspired design, but won't have the absolute pinpoint tracking of some newer, pricier units; some minor drift at extreme settings is possible.
The boost is significant; it's intended to cut through the added sub-octave frequencies and prevent muddiness, but requires careful adjustment based on your bass and amp.
Yes, but you'll likely need to experiment with your bass's tone controls and EQ to compensate for the added low frequencies; a more active bass will generally yield cleaner results.
