DARKGLASS MICROTUBES X

A Bass Distortion Designed to Tame the Spectrum

On a bass, distortion is not just about "adding gain": it must respect the fundamental frequency, avoid a "mushy" effect, and maintain enough clarity to support the band. This pedal clearly fits within this modern approach, providing bassists with real sound-shaping tools. The high-pass/low-pass filter pair lets you decide which frequencies actually enter the saturation, then control how much of the upper spectrum remains in the final signal.

Result: you can thicken the sound and make it aggressive while avoiding overly muddy lows or, conversely, harsh highs. This philosophy is very effective for achieving a "studio" tone in live situations and for instantly adapting your distortion to your instrument, playing style, and the band's mix.

Who Is It For, Which Styles, and In What Contexts?

This distortion is aimed at bassists who want a confident and present sound, from rock to metal, including punk, stoner, fusion, or modern productions where the bass needs to "bite" into the mix. Thanks to the Mix and filters, it remains relevant for very articulate pick lines as well as rounder fingerstyle playing, or even slap parts where you want to add density without sacrificing attack.

In rehearsals and on stage, it helps quickly find the right place between guitar(s) and drums: avoiding an overly invasive low end, enhancing presence, and adjusting mids to stand out without pushing volume. In the studio, the filtering and mixing settings allow for a more controlled saturation that is easily "mixable," whether doubling a clean take or building a rich, textured main sound.

Technical specifications

Color

Black