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Description
Elevate your bass tone with the Darkglass Electronics Microtubes B7K Ultra V2 (The Squid), a meticulously crafted bass effects pedal that merges modern features with artistic flair. Designed in collaboration with the visionary Ignacio Bazan Lazcano, its limited-edition SQUID finish is as striking as the tones it produces. The pedal offers user-loadable cabinet-simulation IRs and a stereo 3.5mm headphone output, ensuring your sound is both expansive and immersive.
With a versatile 4-band EQ and dual 3-way switches for low-mid and high-mid frequencies, the B7K Ultra V2 allows for intricate tonal sculpting. From pristine, clean sounds to deep and gritty distortion, this pedal suits a wide range of musical styles. The Grunt switch provides three distinct bass boost levels, while the Attack switch lets you manipulate treble saturation before it hits the drive circuit.
Independently control your drive and blend your wet and dry signals for a truly customized sound. The two footswitches offer seamless transition between drive activation and full bypass, making it easy to integrate into any setup. Plus, the Darkglass Suite software expands your creative palette with the ability to load custom impulse responses and control headphone levels.
Key Features:
- Limited edition SQUID finish designed by Ignacio Bazan Lazcano
- User-loadable cabinet-simulation IRs
- Stereo aux input and 3.5mm headphone output
- Balanced XLR direct output with cab simulation
- 4-band EQ with two 3-way mid-frequency switches
- Grunt switch for bass boost and Attack switch for treble manipulation
- Independent Drive control and Blend for wet/dry signal mixing
- Two footswitches for drive and bypass control
- Compatible with Darkglass Suite for impulse response management
Owner's manual
Darkglass Electronics Microtubes B7K Ultra V2 (The Squid) User ManualVideos
BassTheWorld.com
DARKGLASS B7K Ultra V2
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Darkglass Electronics Microtubes B7K Ultra V2 (The Squid).
Features and functionality
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The cab sim feature is highly regarded, allowing for the import of any IR, including custom and studio-quality ones, enhancing versatility for ampless setups.
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The B7K Ultra V2 is praised for its ability to blend clean and distorted signals, crucial for maintaining clarity in complex mixes or live performances.
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The B7K Ultra V2 is praised for its effective EQ section, which allows for precise tonal shaping and adaptability across different musical styles.
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Software and compatibility
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The Darkglass Suite software provides access to a variety of cab sims, both user and artist-created, and can be downloaded on phones or computers.
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Use cases and applications
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The pedal's versatility shines in settings where retaining low-end is crucial, such as in prog rock, offering essential drive capabilities without sacrificing tonal integrity.
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The B7K Ultra V2 excels in producing clear distortion in a band mix, a feature that some other distortion pedals struggle to deliver.
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Users find the B7K Ultra V2 surprisingly versatile with flats on a vintage Fender Mustang bass, offering warm and fuzzy tones despite its reputation for clank.
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The pedal excels in high-gain settings, particularly for metal genres, but is also adaptable for more vintage, warm tones with appropriate settings.
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Comparisons
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After testing the Tech 21 SansAmp Para Driver DI and MXR M80Y Bass D.I.+, users found the Darkglass B7K Ultra V2 superior in delivering desired crunch and versatility.
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Some users prefer Origin Effects' Bassrigs and the Sushi Box FX Finally over the B7K Ultra V2, highlighting preferences for less compressed sounds.
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Owners mention that Darkglass pedals, like the B7K Ultra V2, have a distinct high-mid brightness, contrasting them with the darker tones of other brand options.
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Users who transitioned from the B7K Ultra to the Darkglass MT900 head report satisfaction, indicating the head retains the pedal's tonal character.
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User experience
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Footswitch issues are relatively common, requiring replacements, but are noted as a quick and simple fix.
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At 1:11 in the video titled "Rig Tour: All That Remains Bassist, Matt Deis" by Sweetwater on YouTube, Matt Deis can be seen demonstrating a Darkglass Electronics Microtubes B7K Ultra V2 (The Squid) bass preamp pedal on his pedalboard.
In a YouTube video entitled "Suspended 4thベーシストの最新エフェクターボード紹介," bassist Hiromu Fukuda presents his pedalboard, which includes the Darkglass Electronics Microtubes B7K Ultra V2 (The Squid).
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