Darkglass Microtubes 900 v2 Guitar Amp Head - Black

The Microtubes 900 v2 is a powerful and versatile bass amp head designed to meet the needs of modern professional bassists. It offers enhanced durability, an improved equalizer, studio-grade compression, impulse response cabinet emulation, and MIDI control. This compact and sleek amp provides everything you need for absolute control over your bass tone, delivering loud and impactful sound. Whether you're in the studio or on stage, the Microtubes 900 v2 is equipped with all the necessary features to take your bass playing to the next level.

FRONT PANEL FEATURES

• Instrument Input: Use this ¼" mono jack to connect your instrument using a standard cable.
• Passive/Active Switch: Change between passive and active mode to accommodate different instrument types. Active mode provides a hotter signal that can lead to early amp distortion if desired.
• Microtubes Button: Activate or deactivate the Microtubes Engine, which adds natural compression, harmonic enhancement, and saturation to your sound. The engine operates before the clean section, allowing further tone shaping with the 6-band EQ.
• Compression Knob: Adjust the amount of dynamic compression applied to the Microtubes Engine. The makeup gain is automatically adjusted. Compression can be disabled or assigned using the Darkglass Suite.
• Drive Knob: Control the amount of distortion delivered by the Microtubes Engine, ranging from soft warm overdrive to modern distortion.
• Level Knob: Adjust the output volume of the Microtubes Engine.
• Blend Knob: Mix between the clean signal and the distorted signal from the Microtubes Engine.
• Tone Knob: Control the high harmonic content of the Microtubes Engine using a variable low pass filter. Increase for more attack and definition, or decrease for a smoother sound.
• B3K/VMT Switch: Choose between two overdrive voicings. B3K mode provides an aggressive and percussive sound, while VMT mode adds mid-range emphasis for a warmer and more neutral character.
• Gain Knob: Adjust the volume of the signal before the Active 6-band EQ. Set it low for clean operation or higher for a more aggressive tone.
• Bass, Mids, and Treble Sliders: These sliders control the low, mid, and high frequencies, respectively, allowing you to shape the tone to your preference.
• Master Knob: Control the overall volume of the amplifier.
• Mute Button: Instantly mute the amplifier.
• Dimensions: The amp head measures 26.7 cm (10¼") in width, 25.5 cm (10″) in length, and 7.1 cm (2¾") in height, with a weight of 2.4 kg (5.3 lb).

The Darkglass Microtubes amp head provides a comprehensive set of controls and features to shape your bass sound and achieve a wide range of tones.

DARKGLASS SUITE

By using the desktop version of the Darkglass Suite, you gain access to a wide range of impulse responses from the provided library, as well as the ability to load your own custom impulse responses. This allows you to fine-tune your sound with precision. Additionally, the suite enables you to control the amplifier channel settings specifically for the Super Intelligent Footswitch. The Intelligent Footswitch is a versatile accessory for the Alpha·Omega 900 that offers intuitive control. With a simple tap, you can engage or disengage the Distortion, while holding the footswitch for 3 seconds mutes the amplifier. Connected to the amp head via a standard 1/4" cable and powered by a microcontroller, the footswitch communicates with the head using a proprietary protocol, providing seamless control over your bass tone.

BACK PANEL FEATURES

The speaker output section of the Darkglass Microtubes amp provides various connectors and controls:

• Speaker Connector: Use this Speakon combo jack to connect your amplifier to the speaker cabinet using either Speakon or ¼" speaker cables. Do not use an instrument cable to avoid amplifier damage.
• Send: This output sends the signal to effects pedals.
• Return: Use this input to receive the signal from effects pedals. The master volume control comes after this input.
• Ground Lift: Use this control to lift the ground of the DI XLR output, helpful for reducing ground noise in your DI signal.
• DI Output: Use this connector to send your signal to a console, mic preamp, interface, etc. The bypass signal and the amp signal with cabinet simulation are available, and you can switch between them using the cab select switch.
• USB: The USB connector allows you to use the Darkglass Suite to load different cabinet impulses or adjust various parameters on your amp.
• Headphone Output: Connect your headphones to enjoy impulse-based cabinet emulation.
• Aux In: Use this connector to play music from external devices like laptops, phones, or MP3 players. The input is routed only to the headphone output.
• Cabinet Select: Use this switch to select between three different cabinet impulses or the clean DI signal. This selection applies to both the XLR and headphone output signals.
• Footswitch: The Intelligent Footswitch allows remote engagement and disengagement of the Alpha·Omega Engine. It also enables muting the amplifier when held down. Use a regular mono instrument cable to connect the amp to the footswitch. Remove the cable from the footswitch jack if you want to control the amp from the front panel.
• AC Socket: Use this connector to supply electric power to the amplifier. Set the voltage selector switch correctly before turning on the amp (100-230 VAC, 50-60Hz).
• AC Power ON/OFF: Use this switch to turn the amplifier on or off.

The Darkglass Microtubes amp head's speaker output section provides a range of connectivity options and controls for integrating effects, recording, headphones, and external devices, enhancing your overall playing experience.