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Broughton Audio Always On High Pass Filter

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Elevate your guitar tone with the Broughton Audio Always On High Pass Filter. Designed for musicians who crave clarity and precision, this pedal is an essential tool for sculpting your sound. Its fixed frequency high pass filter effectively eliminates unwanted low-end rumble, allowing your instrument's true voice to shine through. Whether you're playing in a crowded mix or solo, this pedal ensures your sound remains crisp and defined.

Housed in a robust enclosure, the Always On High Pass Filter is built to withstand the rigors of gigging and studio use. It features a simple plug-and-play design with no controls, making it incredibly easy to use while ensuring consistent performance. Perfect for both guitar and bass players, this pedal is an ideal addition to any pedalboard, providing subtle yet impactful tonal enhancements without the need for constant adjustments.

Integrating seamlessly into any setup, the Broughton Audio Always On High Pass Filter is powered by standard 9V DC, ensuring compatibility with your existing gear. Whether you're tightening up your low-end for live performances or refining your recordings in the studio, this pedal is a reliable companion for achieving professional-quality sound. Add it to your collection and experience the difference in clarity and focus with every note.

Key Features:

Fixed frequency high pass filter to remove low-end rumble
Simple, no-configuration design for ease of use
Compact and durable enclosure
Compatible with both guitar and bass
Standard 9V DC power operation

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Broughton Audio Always On High Pass Filter.

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Ideal for improving "signal hygiene" by preventing sub-30Hz frequencies from reaching smaller, lighter speaker cabinets, enhancing their performance.
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Allows users to target specific frequency ranges, enabling certain effects to only impact higher frequencies, expanding tonal possibilities.
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Particularly effective for reggae, allowing players to boost low and low-mid frequencies while filtering out sub-40 Hz frequencies to enhance punch and reduce muddiness.
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Variable HPF settings between 60-120 Hz are preferred for different stages and rooms, offering flexibility for detuned basses and boomy acoustics.
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Effectively tames feedback on upright basses, making it valuable for live performances in boomy spaces.
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Running the Broughton HPF at 18V and setting it to 40 Hz significantly tightens and cleans up low-end frequencies on a Markbass rig.
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Users have noted that powering the Broughton HPF with a 12V supply can provide a wider dynamic range, ideal for hot signals when overdriving tube amps.
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Some users find it indispensable for live gigs, especially in challenging acoustic environments.
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Some users find the pedal is best placed before a compressor to prevent ultra-low frequencies from triggering compression, though pedal order experimentation is encouraged.
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Setting the HPF to 60 Hz helps clear mud in detuned setups, while maintaining the desired bass shake at open strings.
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The pedal employs a 12dB/8vd rolloff, allowing some signal below the set frequency to pass, which can be adjusted by ear for optimal low-end control.
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Owners have noted that the Schalltechnik_04 Vong pedal offers a similar performance to the Broughton HPF, providing an alternative for European buyers.
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The FDeck HPF Series 3 is praised for its performance on both upright and electric bass, despite the Broughton's better aesthetics.
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Mike Watt

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The Stooges

Verified via Premier Guitar

In the Premier Guitar Rig Rundown, Mike Watt discusses using the Broughton Audio Always On High Pass Filter as part of his setup.

Jonathan Hischke

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Hella

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Jonathan Hischke uses the Broughton Audio Always On High Pass Filter on his pedalboard for The Sound of Animals Fighting, as confirmed on TalkBass.com.