Darkglass Vintage Microtubes Bass Overdrive Pedal

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£205.00

This is a New Darkglass Vintage Microtubes Bass Overdrive Pedal from Darkglass Electronics, now available in the Guitar Pedals category on Guitars Pedals Amps and Stuff.. Read More below.

Description

The Darkglass Vintage Microtubes Bass Overdrive Pedal is their tribute to some of the most iconic sounds in the history of rock. Providing warm tube-like tones with a gorgeous natural dynamic response the Vintage Microtubes really brings that organic compression of vintage tube amps and reel-to-reel tape machines to life. Used by legendary artists such as Bryan Beller and Alberto Rigoni this is one overdrive not to be missed. The Darkglass Vintage Microtubes Bass Overdrive Pedal manual and a blank settings template can be found in the PDF files below

About the manufacturer

Darkglass Electronics

Darkglass Electronics are known for making standout effects pedals and more. Founded with a passion for tone and innovation, their gear has shaped countless records and players’ sounds. Look out for their iconic designs and flagship models — they’ve earned a reputation for reliability and creativity.

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Guitar Pedals

Guitar pedals are compact effects units that shape and enhance a guitar’s sound, sitting between the instrument and the amplifier. They include gain pedals like overdrive and distortion, modulation effects such as chorus and tremolo, time-based effects like delay and reverb, and essential utilities including tuners, compressors and loopers. Understanding basic things such as pedal type, signal order, power requirements and intended use helps players choose pedals that suit their style, setup and playing environment.

Overdrive Pedals

Overdrive uses soft or moderate clipping to add harmonics and compression while retaining more of the original note shape than heavy distortion. Some circuits emphasise the midrange and trim bass before clipping; others remain broad, transparent or amplifier-like. Gain, clipping arrangement, headroom and tone filtering decide whether it supplies a light edge, a saturated drive sound or extra push into another gain stage.

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Bass

Bass gear is all about laying the foundation of the music, providing depth, groove and connection between rhythm and harmony. From bass guitars and amplifiers to pedals and accessories designed specifically for low frequencies, everything here is built to deliver clarity, punch and control. Whether you are holding down a steady rhythm or shaping a more melodic bass voice, the right bass equipment helps you stay locked in and felt as much as heard.

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Overdrive

Overdrive pedals add warmth, grit, and natural compression to your tone, capturing the feel of a pushed tube amp. They respond dynamically to your playing, offering everything from a light bluesy crunch to full, saturated rock tones. Perfect for boosting solos or shaping your core sound, an overdrive pedal brings character and life to any setup. Whether you prefer vintage smoothness or modern bite, these pedals are essential for players who want expressive, touch-sensitive drive with plenty of personality.