MXR M288 Bass Octave Deluxe Pedal

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£174.99

This is the MXR M288 Bass Octave Deluxe Pedal from MXR, now available in the Guitar Pedals category on Guitars Pedals Amps and Stuff.. Read More below.

Description

Proving yet again that guitarists aren't the only ones who like to get creative with sounds and gadgets, the MXR M288 Bass Octave Deluxe Pedal stands as a testament that bass players are also crying out to push themselves where they can on their instruments!

Do you want the ability to mould and manipulate your sound to the finest degree? If so, the M288 allows you to do so! This incredible dual-voice octave pedal boasts a wealth of analogue tones all with the benefits of running true bypass.  Add up to a whopping 15dB of full, midrange body to your sound by adjusting the 'Dry' knob, mixing your direct bass signal with the octave effect.
An additional two tone-shaping knobs, aptly named 'Growl' and 'Girth' lead nothing to the imagination. adding further midrange and low end punch to your sound.

Key Features:

  • Dual-voice octave pedal
  • Analogue tone
  • True bypass
  • Dry mix knob
  • Girth controls low-frequency octave-below tone
  • Growl controls midrange octave-below control
  • MId+ switch adds up to 15dB of mids (internally adjustable to 400Hz or 800Hz)
  • Powered by 9V battery or power supply (not included)

Specifications:

  • Type: Octave (bass)
  • Inputs: 1 x Instrument
  • Outputs: 1 x 1/4"
  • Power Supply Included: No
  • Batteries: 1 x 9V
  • Height: 2.8"
  • Depth: 5.8"
  • Width: 4.5"
  • Weight: 12 ounces

What MXR say about the MXR M288 Bass Octave Deluxe Pedal:

The M288 Bass Octave Deluxe is a dual-voice octave pedal that offers analogue tone, true bypass, and a variety of tonal options. MXR's 18 volt Constant Headroom Technology™ provides high headroom and superior tracking. Use the Dry knob to mix in your direct signal, and hit the Mid+ switch to add up to +14dB of internally adjustable mid frequencies (400Hz or 850Hz). Finally, mix in two separately controlled octave voices—Growl (for throaty tone) and Girth (for deep tone).

About the manufacturer

MXR

MXR is one of the most respected names in effects pedals, known for its rugged design, simplicity, and legendary tones. Founded in New York in the early 1970s, MXR quickly made its mark with classics like the Phase 90, Dyna Comp, and Distortion+, which became staples on countless pedalboards. Now part of the Dunlop family, MXR continues to innovate while maintaining the straightforward, no-nonsense approach that players love. Whether delivering subtle modulation, rich overdrive, or tight compression, MXR pedals are built to last and designed to perform, offering timeless sounds that have shaped decades of music.

More info about this Product

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Guitar pedals are compact effects units that shape and enhance a guitar’s sound, sitting between the instrument and the amplifier. They include gain pedals like overdrive and distortion, modulation effects such as chorus and tremolo, time-based effects like delay and reverb, and essential utilities including tuners, compressors and loopers. Understanding basic things such as pedal type, signal order, power requirements and intended use helps players choose pedals that suit their style, setup and playing environment.

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