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Mu-Tron Octave Divider

$495.00 Price Tier: High-end

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Introducing the Mu-Tron Octave Divider, a revolutionary product from the 70s that is still loved by musicians today. Known for its innovative design, this pedal is a gem from the golden age of Musictronics. It offers a unique way of adding depth and richness to your sound by producing tones an octave above and below the input.

Key Features:

Designed by Musictronics, a brand renowned for its innovative effect pedals
Offers an exciting way to expand your sonic range by creating tones an octave above and below your input
A classic piece from the 70s, beloved by musicians for decades
Part of the popular Mu-Tron III series
Perfect for guitarists looking to add a vintage touch to their sound
Manufactured between 1977 and 1981

Product specs

Brand	Mu-Tron
Model	Octave Divider
Finish	White
Year	1970s
Made In	United States
Categories	Octave and Pitch-Shifting Pedals, Ring Modulator Pedals

FAQs

What type of effect does the Mu-Tron Octave Divider provide?: The Mu-Tron Octave Divider is a harmonizer and octave effects pedal that generates a note one octave below the input signal, adding depth and richness to your sound.
Is the Mu-Tron Octave Divider suitable for bass guitar?: Yes, the Mu-Tron Octave Divider works well with bass guitars, allowing bassists to create deep, powerful octave effects that enhance their playing.
How does the Mu-Tron Octave Divider track notes?: The Mu-Tron Octave Divider is known for its reliable and accurate note tracking, ensuring that the octave effect remains clear and consistent even with complex playing.
What is the best position for the Mu-Tron Octave Divider in a pedal chain?: It is recommended to place the Mu-Tron Octave Divider early in your pedal chain, after tuners and volume pedals, to ensure a clean signal for optimal note tracking.
Can the Mu-Tron Octave Divider be used for live performances?: Yes, the Mu-Tron Octave Divider is ideal for live performances, offering robust construction and reliable operation to enhance your live sound with octave effects.

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Adjusting R16/R17 boosts bass volume significantly, crucial for achieving a balanced sound output.
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Compact design results in a knob nearly touching a toggle switch; LED placement could be improved.
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Initial issues with missing V- supply in opamps were resolved by connecting them to GND via a flying wire.
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Modifications derived from BYOC schematics and tweaks to R8 enhance performance without altering stock values significantly.
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The pedal is praised for its unique sound, famously associated with Neil Young's "Satan’s butthole" tone, a signature aspect of his Crazy Horse performances.
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It’s been confirmed the pedal uses components like flip-flops for frequency dividing, which results in a square wave output.
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Despite doubling costs, owners find the modifications worthwhile for improved sound and build quality.
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The pedal's analog octave effect is noted for its excellent tracking, especially when used with bass guitars.
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Owners have compared the Mu-Tron Octave Divider favorably against modern clones, noting its authentic sound and historical value.
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about 5 years ago

Classic Effects Pedal

I was given this pedal by a guitar teacher I had in Hollywood when I was a young teen. I wish I had held onto it, but at the time, Boss and other upcoming effects pedal companies were providing smaller and more convenient AC adapter/9 volt battery designs to go along with the multi effect feature pedals of that day, so this type of monstrous pedal with just one effect was not so sought after(past it’s initial era). The octave splitting fuzz can effectively be heard on the solo of ‘Fool in the Rain’ by Led Zeppelin. It can also create and variate gritty synth tones. Poster child for the ‘built like a tank’ vintage pedal category. Overall a classic pedal with an effect that would be difficult to genuinely reproduce with any other pedal or effect board.

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