MXR Smart Gate M-135

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MXR Smart Gate M-135

MXR

Smart Gate M-135

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Product Info

Article Number: 175883
Brand: MXR
Model: Smart Gate M-135
Price: $172.70

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The MXR SmartGate M-135 is a solid, reliable noise gate, especially for players who dig high-gain tones and need to tame unruly background hiss. It's straightforward to use and built like a tank, making it a dependable addition to any pedalboard. If you're battling noise with a distortion stack, this is a budget-friendly solution to consider.

Product Description

MXR Smart Gate M-135, Guitar Ground Effect

The ones who work with lots of distorsions and high gain pre-amplifiers, knows the worry of the background noises rising naturally at an adequately gain, sustain and overtones. The sounds are full with unwanted noise.

The MXR SmartGate manages to offer comfortable and effectively "remedy". Three levels of noise reduction are available: Hiss, Mid and Full; so that the problems can be taken in a grip. The MXR typical stable housing has become the norm for all effect device manufacturers a long time ago.

  • Intelligent Noise Gate
  • Very stable housing
  • Metal footswitches
  • Controller for Trigger Level
  • Hiss
  • Mid and Full modes
  • 1 Input
  • 1 Output
  • Gate LED
  • Status LED
PROS
  • • Robust MXR die-cast housing provides excellent protection during gigging.
  • • Three gate modes offer flexible noise reduction for varied gain levels.
  • • Metal footswitch is reliable and provides satisfying tactile feedback.
  • • SmartGate's algorithms minimize unwanted noise without choking sustain.
CONS
  • • Can occasionally introduce a 'gated' or unnatural feel with aggressive settings.
  • • Lacks a dry/wet blend control for more subtle noise reduction.
  • • Limited frequency shaping beyond the three gate modes.

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Key Features

Effect Type Noise Gate
Controls Trigger Level, Hiss, Mid, Full modes
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC, 2.1mm center negative (not included)
Connections 1 x Input (1/4 in), 1 x Output (1/4 in), DC Power Input
Dimensions 4.75 in x 1.75 in x 3.5 in

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Frequently Asked Questions

It analyzes the incoming signal to automatically adjust the gate threshold, aiming to reduce noise without abruptly cutting off notes, though it's not perfect.
It's primarily designed for higher gain scenarios; using it with a clean amp might result in an overly abrupt or unnatural gating effect.
Hiss targets high-frequency hiss, Mid reduces mid-range hum, and Full attempts a broader noise reduction, each with varying aggressiveness.

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