Darkglass
Microtubes 900 v2
Three years ago Darkglass Electronics released it’s first amplifier, the Microtubes 900. Its unusual features, and design embodied the Darkglass ethos like none of our previous products. It was an uncompromising amplifier, incredibly versatile, and unapologetically loud. Now, a thousand days after the first Microtubes 900 saw the light of day, we are proud to announce the next step in its evolution, the Microtubes 900 v2.
With enhanced durability, improved equalizer, studio-grade compression, impulse response cabinet emulation, and MIDI control, the Microtubes 900 v2 features all the options the modern, professional bassist needs in a compact, sleek, and loud format.
Input
Connect your instrument via a standard ¼” mono cable.
Connect your instrument via a standard ¼” mono cable.
Passive/Active
Switch from passive to active mode. Some active basses can have a hotter signal output which can make the amp distort early (feel free to use it on Passive move even with active basses if such additional distortion is desired).
Switch from passive to active mode. Some active basses can have a hotter signal output which can make the amp distort early (feel free to use it on Passive move even with active basses if such additional distortion is desired).
Microtubes
Turns on or off the Microtubes Engine to add natural compression, organic harmonic enhancement, and saturation ranging from mild overdrive to high gain bass rage.
The Microtubes Engine operates before the clean section (you can therefore use the 4 Band Active EQ for additional tone shaping in addition to the Tone knob described below).
Turns on or off the Microtubes Engine to add natural compression, organic harmonic enhancement, and saturation ranging from mild overdrive to high gain bass rage.
The Microtubes Engine operates before the clean section (you can therefore use the 4 Band Active EQ for additional tone shaping in addition to the Tone knob described below).
Drive
Controls the amount of distortion that the Microtubes Engine will deliver. It will change from a soft warm overdrive to a massive modern distorted tone.
Controls the amount of distortion that the Microtubes Engine will deliver. It will change from a soft warm overdrive to a massive modern distorted tone.
Tone
Controls the high harmonic content of the Microtubes Engine via a variable low pass filter: crank it up for additional attack and definition or dim it down for a smoother sound. This is handy if running bright clean EQ settings or cabinets with tweeters.
Controls the high harmonic content of the Microtubes Engine via a variable low pass filter: crank it up for additional attack and definition or dim it down for a smoother sound. This is handy if running bright clean EQ settings or cabinets with tweeters.
Level
Controls the Microtubes Engine’s output volume.
Controls the Microtubes Engine’s output volume.
Blend
Mixes between the Clean signal and the Distortion signal (Microtubes Engine).
Mixes between the Clean signal and the Distortion signal (Microtubes Engine).
B3K/VMT
Selects between two overdrive voicings: B3K mode will deliver an aggressive, percussive sound while the VMT will bring up the mids for a warmer, more neutral character.
Selects between two overdrive voicings: B3K mode will deliver an aggressive, percussive sound while the VMT will bring up the mids for a warmer, more neutral character.
Gain
Changes the volume of the signal the Active 4 Band EQ. You can set it low prior to ensuring the cleanest operation possible or set it higher for more aggressive growl.
Changes the volume of the signal the Active 4 Band EQ. You can set it low prior to ensuring the cleanest operation possible or set it higher for more aggressive growl.
Bass
+-12dB at 80Hz. Changes the low content of the signal.
+-12dB at 80Hz. Changes the low content of the signal.
Low Mids
+-12dB of the selected frequency via the LOW MIDS ƒ switch (described below). Changes the lower mid content of the signal.
+-12dB of the selected frequency via the LOW MIDS ƒ switch (described below). Changes the lower mid content of the signal.
Low Mids ƒ
Use this switch to change the frequency of the low mid band from 250Hz, 500Hz or 1kHZ.
Use this switch to change the frequency of the low mid band from 250Hz, 500Hz or 1kHZ.
Hi Mids
+-12dB of the selected frequency via the HI MIDS ƒ switch (described below). Changes the higher mid content of the signal.
+-12dB of the selected frequency via the HI MIDS ƒ switch (described below). Changes the higher mid content of the signal.
Hi Mids ƒ
Use this switch to change the frequency of the hi mid band from 750Hz, 1.5kHz and 3kHZ.
Use this switch to change the frequency of the hi mid band from 750Hz, 1.5kHz and 3kHZ.
Treble
+-12dB at 5kHz. Changes the high content of the signal.
+-12dB at 5kHz. Changes the high content of the signal.
Master
Controls the overall volume of the amplifier.
Controls the overall volume of the amplifier.
Mute
Mutes the amplifier.
Mutes the amplifier.
DIMENSIONS
26.7x23x6.4 cm (10.5x9.05x2.52 in)
26.7x23x6.4 cm (10.5x9.05x2.52 in)
WARNING
Do not open the amp. No user serviceable parts inside the amplifier.
Do not open the amp. No user serviceable parts inside the amplifier.
Make sure the voltage selector switch on the left side panel is set properly (115V/230V) before plugging the amplifier on the AC outlet.
Never use the amp at a high moisture environment or near liquids.
The Microtubes 900 can deliver more than 115 db of power. Exposure to this level of sound can damage your hearing. Use proper hearing protection if you will be exposed.
The Microtubes 900 can deliver more than 900 Watts. Be sure that your speaker cabinet is able to handle that power. You can reduce the output of the amp by selecting the 2Ω mode on the rear panel (by the Speakon output jack).
Do not cover the vent holes. The Fan and vent holes are part of the cooling system of the amp. Covering the vent holes can produce overheating of the power amp damaging it.
Do not use an instrument cable as speaker cable. An Instrument cables are not design to deliver power signals going from the amplifier to the speaker.
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