With the Darkglass Microtubes B3K v2 the Finnish effects company presents the second reincarnation of the extremely popular Microtubes B3K Bass Overdrive. Based on the same, completely analog circuit, Version 2 delivers the legendary, defined Brachial Overdrive. In addition to the familiar control panel, a switchable mid-boost and the Grunt switch are available for adjusting the sound image.
The Darkglass Microtubes B3K v2 features a tone control, mid-boost and grunt switch to adjust the sound image.
Grunt switch and mid-boost for the sound character
In addition to the Drive control for adjusting the distortion level, the Darkglass Microtubes B3K has a Tone control for adjusting the treble content and the Blend control for mixing in the clean signal to maintain the bass pressure. In addition, the Grunt switch activates a massive bass boost that strongly boosts the sound, while the mid-boost raises the frequencies between 300 Hz and 1000 Hz for increased assertiveness.
The Darkglass Microtubes B3K v2 at a glance:
Overdrive effect pedal for electric bass, made in Finland
Revised version of the Darkglass B3K
Controls for Drive, Level, Tone
Blend control for mixing in the clean signal
Adjustable mid-boost (+6 dB from 300 Hz to 1000 Hz)
This is the most money by far that I have ever spent on a pedal and it was worth it. As soon as you open the box you can see that the pedal is well constructed with all controls accessible and not crammed together. In operation this pedal is very versatile producing a range of sounds that will satisfy most requirements. For me personally I was looking to add a bit of bite to my sound for certain songs that I play and this pedal delivers.
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