Darkglass Electronics Microtubes B1K

The Microtubes B1K is a phenomenal tribute to one of Darkglass's most legendary distortion circuits in a compact and intuitive format. The first of its kind from an all-new lineup, the Microtubes B1K offers the classic Microtubes sound in a small and straightforward format.

• The Microtubes distortion tone in a mini pedal

• Straightforward design in a reliable form factor

• Concentric Level and Drive control knobs

• Internal Tone and Blend controls with easy access

• Internal switches for Mid Boost and Grunt with easy access

• Standard 9V DC pedal power

Mini Bass Overdrive
Smaller and more straightforward, the Microtubes B1K brings Darkglass’ legendary distortion circuit into a portable and functional form factor. It is the first of its kind from an all -new lineup, with intuitive controls and easy access to secondary internal controls. Designed by mechanical and electronics engineers hungry to piece together a rugged and reliable piece of equipment, this mini pedal is affordable without sacrificing the high quality Darkglass is known for.

Front features

• Level
  Sets the volume of the overdriven signal.

• Drive
  Sets the amount of saturation in the overdriven signal.

Back features

• Blend
  Mixes the clean input signal with the overdriven signal. The clean signal is fixed at unity gain, while the volume of the overdriven signal is set by the Level knob, allowing for fine control of the blend ratio. Turn clockwise to blend in the clean signal.

• Tone
  Controls the high-frequency content of the sound. A variable low pass filter from 3 kHz to 8 kHz. Turn CCW for a brighter sound.

• Grunt
  Provides a low-end boost to massively thicken your sound when engaged.

• MBoost
  Gives a subtle 6 dB boost from 300 Hz to 1 kHz to help you cut through the mix.

SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions
Width: 50 mm /2″
Length: 45 mm/ 1¾″
Height: 100 mm / 4″
Weight: 205 g / 0.45 lb 

Warning
The Microtubes B1K has a current draw of 30 mA. Only use a regulated 9V DC adapter with a center-negative plug.

Unregulated power supplies and/or higher voltages may result in suboptimal noise performance and even damage your unit, voiding the warranty.