Detail 01
Low-pass frequency
Sets the cutoff frequency of the low-pass signal that is mixed back in.
Product detailSKU #1500000254114
DarkglassMicrotubes X Distortion Bass Effects Pedal
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Microtubes X uses a split-band approach to bass distortion: the low-pass side stays clean while CMOS distortion is applied to the high-pass side, then the two are blended back together. In practice, that keeps the low end separate from the crunch, attack, and harmonics generated above it. Low- and high-pass cutoff controls, drive, mix, mids, and output level keep the workflow direct in a compact pedal. It connects between an instrument and an amplifier or next effect.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Blending undistorted low frequencies with a distorted high side in a bass effects chain.
- Routing bass from an instrument to an amplifier or the next pedal.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Pedalboards without access to the required regulated, center-negative 9VDC power supply for this unit.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Drive
Controls distortion amount on the high-pass side.
Detail 03
Mix
Blends the low-pass and high-pass signals.
Detail 04
Mids
Provides active mid control after the Mix control, with ±12dB adjustment.
Detail 05
Input and output
Uses 1/4-inch connections for the instrument input and amplifier or next-effect output.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Use regulated, center-negative 9VDC power only.
- 02The pedal draws 30mA.
- 03Its dimensions are 4.92 × 2.24 × 3.78 inches.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does the Mix control do?
It sets the blend between the low-pass and high-pass signals.
02What power does it require?
It operates only on regulated, center-negative 9VDC and draws 30mA.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsSound
- Low Pass Frequency
- controls the cutoff frequency to be mixed
- High Pass Frequency
- controls the cutoff frequency to be
4 detailsConnections & power
- Input Impedance
- 1M_ impedance.
- Output Impedance
- 1k_.
- Output
- 1/4 inch connector for the amplifier or next effect in the
- Input
- 1/4 inch connector for the instrument.
2 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions Wxhxd
- 4.92 inch x 2.24 inch x 3.78 inch
- Weight
- 0.95
6 detailsOther
- Level
- Sets the overall output volume of the unit.
- 9vdc
- Center negative, regulated 9VDC only.
- Current Consumption
- 30mA
- Mids
- Active mid control placed after the Mix control. +-12dB @
- Drive
- Sets the amount of distortion for the high pass side.
- Mix
- Sets the blend between low-pass and high-pass signals.
