DSM & Humboldt Black Clouds
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Essential Information About the DSM Humboldt Black Clouds Pedal
Essential Information About the DSM Humboldt Black Clouds Pedal
- High-gain distortion with true "amp feel," sharp yet surprisingly quiet thanks to the integrated X-Gate.
- Double boost ultra-practical: Pre Boost up to +30 dB for thickening/compression, Master Boost up to +20 dB usable even when the pedal is bypassed.
- Active 3-band EQ + Pre Tone control to instantly adapt the response to pickups and guitar.
- 3 modes to fit any rig: Normal, Preamp, and Mid Boost.
Manufacturer Information
DSM & Humboldt
https://www.simplifieramp.com
support@dsmhumboldt.com
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A Contemporary High-Gain, Designed from Scratch
Black Clouds is not just another clone: it is DSM Humboldt's "Lead Tone Machine." Designed for ultra-tight rhythms, massive palm mutes, and cutting solos, it combines surgical attack with noise control. The X-Gate cuts sharply between phrases and can add a slight "crossover distortion" texture for a more biting grain, without sacrificing note articulation or definition.Who Is This Pedal For?
For modern metal, djent, prog, and heavy rock guitarists who want a precise, fast-playing drive ready for both stage and studio. The three modes make it equally comfortable in front of a traditional amp or as a preamp into a power amp or FRFR system. A tap on the Master Boost is enough to elevate your leads, and the tight voicing keeps riffs compact in the mix, regardless of pedalboard setup.Technical specifications
| Effects | Distortion / Overdrive / Fuzz, Boost, Preamp, Distortion | Type | sector |
| Technology | Analog | Use | electric guitar |
| Format | Pedal | Color | Black |
| EQ | 3 channels | ||
| Potentiometers | Pre Boost (0 to +30 dB), Gain, Level, Master Boost (0 to +20 dB), Pre Tone, Bass, Mid, Treble. | Normal | classic drive behavior. |
| Active EQ | Bass below 300 Hz (+/-10 dB), Mid 300 Hz-2 kHz (+/-12 dB), Treble above 2 kHz (+/-15 dB). | Preamp | output and brightness tailored to drive a power amp. |
| Switches | Mode (Normal / Preamp / Mid Boost), X-Gate (up to 3 positions depending on the series), 2 footswitches (Drive and Boost; Boost usable in bypass). | Mid Boost | midrange emphasis for solos and riffs that cut through. |
| Input / output | 6.35 mm jack. | X-Gate | passive noise gate with immediate response; may add a "crossover distortion" texture depending on the setting. |
| Power supply | 2.1 mm DC socket, centre-negative; no battery operation. | Required voltage | 9 to 18 V DC (centre-negative). |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 95 x 50 x 120 mm; weight: approx. 360 g. | Consumption | approx. 40 mA. |
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Questions frequently asked
Is the DSM & Humboldt Black Clouds suitable for modern metal and djent?
Its high-gain voicing is designed for tight riffs, massive palm-mutes, and defined solos. The X-Gate quickly cuts noise between phrases to enhance percussive silences.
Can it be used as a preamp into a power amp?
The Preamp mode adjusts output and brightness to the attack of a power amp. The pedal can be powered with 9 to 18 V DC center negative, drawing approximately 40 mA.
What equalization settings are available?
The active EQ offers Bass under 300 Hz at ±10 dB, Mid from 300 Hz to 2 kHz at ±12 dB, and Treble above 2 kHz at ±15 dB. A Pre Tone control acts before the drive stage to adjust bass/treble balance right at the input.
Does the boost work when distortion is off?
The Master Boost remains usable in bypass mode and provides up to +20 dB output gain. A second control, the Pre Boost, pushes the gain stage up to +30 dB to thicken and compress the signal.
What power supply is required for this pedal?
A mains power supply via 2.1 mm DC jack center negative is required; it does not operate on batteries.
