Browne Amplification The Carbon V2

$227.52 Price Tier: High-end

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The Carbon is the stand alone Blue Side of the Protein Pedal. It is a heavily modified BB style pedal that is half of the celebrated Protein Pedal found on pro boards all across the world. Simple in design and avoiding the complicated options that can be found in other pedals of the same circuit, the Carbon is a pedal you might never turn off. The V2 features an additional hi-cut toggle with 2 variations, along with the OG Carbon setting.

Left = Subtle Cut

Center = OG Carbon

Right = More Cut.

Softswitching now includes an adjustable start up state.

Product specs

Brand	Browne Amplification
Model	The Carbon V2
Year	2023 - 2025
Made In	United States
Categories	Overdrive and Boost Pedals
Color Family	Black, Blue
Pedal Format	Standard

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What is the main tonal characteristic of the Browne Amplification The Carbon V2 overdrive pedal?: The Carbon V2 is designed to deliver a rich, bluesy overdrive tone inspired by the classic UK Marshall Blues Breaker pedal, with added enhancements for modern playability and flexibility.
How does the hi-cut toggle on The Carbon V2 affect the sound?: The hi-cut toggle on The Carbon V2 provides two variations for tone shaping, allowing you to adjust the high frequencies for a more tailored sound, with the original Carbon setting as a base.
Is Browne Amplification The Carbon V2 suitable for live performances?: Yes, The Carbon V2 is equipped with soft-switching and an adjustable startup state, making it reliable and convenient for live settings where quick and silent switching is essential.
Can Browne Amplification The Carbon V2 be used with other effects pedals?: Absolutely, The Carbon V2 is designed to integrate seamlessly with other pedals in your signal chain, enhancing your overall tone without overpowering other effects.
What type of power supply does The Carbon V2 require?: The Carbon V2 requires a standard 9V DC power supply, typical for most guitar pedals, ensuring easy integration into your existing pedalboard setup.

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Browne Amplification The Carbon V2.

Features and functionality

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The Carbon V2 includes a hi-cut switch with three positions, affecting treble content in distinct ways: center (neutral), left (slight cut), and right (significant cut).
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Owners report a minor issue with treble being less prominent at lower gain settings, requiring adjustment of the treble knob for desired clarity.
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Owners appreciate the Carbon V2 for its smooth, open, and glassy tone, especially favoring it within BB circuit preferences.
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Users note that the Carbon V2 is not as transparent as the Greer Lightspeed but adds a unique character to the sound in lower gain applications.
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The Carbon V2 is compared favorably to the JHS Morning Glory but noted for having a more organic and amp-like overdrive tone.
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The Carbon V2 is praised for its dynamic and responsive nature, contrasting with the JHS Morning Glory's more compressed, artificial sound.
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The Wampler Pantheon is seen as thin and noisy compared to the Carbon V2, which is viewed as a quintessential blues breaker with organic clarity.
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The Carbon V2 is likened to one side of a King of Tone clone, delivering a satisfying light-medium gain breakup when paired with ODR-1 style circuits.
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The Bogner Uberschall is noted for an interesting sound with a versatile tone stack, contrasting with the Carbon V2's more focused blues breaker style.
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Formula 55, another favorite, is praised for its Tweed Deluxe-in-a-box sound, giving a bigger, bolder tone compared to the Carbon V2's blues breaker clarity.
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Use cases and applications

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The pedal works best around 10 o’clock to noon on the gain knob for optimal tone, especially when paired with Fender Jaguar or Stratocaster bridge pickups.
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Users find the Carbon V2 effective for creating layers of harmonics and shimmering tones, suitable for genres that value texture over heavy distortion.
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The Carbon V2 excels at producing harmonically rich sounds without resorting to distortion or fuzz, ideal for players seeking clarity and nuance.
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Despite its qualities, users express a desire for top-mounted input jacks, similar to those on the Browne Protein, for better usability.
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Critic Reviews

Browne Amplification Carbon V2 | Delicious Audio

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Browne Amplification's The Carbon V2 pedal is a sleek, no-nonsense powerhouse for blues enthusiasts. Drawing inspiration from the classic Blues Breaker circuit, this pedal impresses with its minimalist approach, offering a wide tonal range with just three knobs. The addition of a hi-cut toggle switch in V2 provides extra versatility, catering to those who crave both brighter and darker tones. While the pedal's high-output potential can double as a clean boost, some might find the tone brightening at higher gains a bit challenging. Nonetheless, its simplicity and adaptability make it a strong contender for any pedalboard.

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