Darkglass Microtubes X7 Multiband Bass Drive / EQ / DI Pedal

The Darkglass Microtubes X7 is a multiband bass drive, EQ and DI pedal that gives you studio-style control over your distorted bass tone in a compact stompbox. By splitting your signal into separate low and high bands, it lets you keep your low end tight, punchy and controlled while sculpting everything from subtle grit to savage high gain on top.

Whether you are chasing modern metal aggression, vintage growl or just a touch of edge for rock and pop, the X7 makes it easy to dial in a mix-ready sound straight from your pedalboard. With powerful four-band EQ, onboard compression for the lows and a dedicated master level, it is designed to sit perfectly in a track or live mix without sacrificing feel or dynamics.

Studio Style Multiband Distortion

The Microtubes X7 is based on the same multiband processing techniques used by top producers in the studio. Your bass signal is split into low and high frequency bands, allowing you to distort only the frequencies that benefit from extra aggression while preserving clarity and note definition. This gives you a polished, controlled distortion sound that works brilliantly in dense mixes.

Independent Control Over Lows and Highs

With separate High Pass Frequency, High Drive and High Level controls for the top end, plus Low Pass Frequency, Low Comp and Low Level controls for the bottom, you can fine-tune exactly how your bass responds. Keep the lows clean and compressed for a solid foundation, or let some midrange through for extra growl while pushing the highs into anything from edgy overdrive to full-on fuzz.

Powerful Four Band EQ

The X7 features a flexible four band EQ voiced specifically for bass. Low and high shelving bands let you shape the overall weight and bite of your sound, while the 500 Hz and 1 kHz bands help you carve out space in the mix or emphasise presence and attack. This makes it easy to adapt your tone to different rooms, rigs and musical styles without touching your amp.

Compact, Gig Ready Design

Housed in a compact, pedalboard-friendly enclosure, the Microtubes X7 delivers a huge range of professional bass tones without taking up much space. With a dedicated Master control to set your overall output level, it integrates seamlessly into existing setups and gives you consistent, recallable tones from rehearsal to stage and studio.

• Multiband Bass Drive Architecture - The X7 splits your signal into low and high frequency bands so you can distort the top end while keeping the lows tight and controlled. This multiband approach delivers aggressive, articulate distortion that still retains punch and clarity in a full band mix.
• Independent Low and High Controls - Dedicated High Pass Frequency, High Drive and High Level controls work alongside Low Pass Frequency, Low Comp and Low Level to let you balance clean, compressed lows with driven highs. You can build anything from subtle warmth to extreme grind without losing low end definition.
• Four Band Bass Focused EQ - Low and high shelving bands plus 500 Hz and 1 kHz mid controls, each offering up to ±12 dB of cut or boost, make it simple to fine-tune your tone. Shape sub weight, mid punch and top end presence so your bass always sits exactly where you want it in the mix.
• Pedalboard Friendly Size with Master Level - A compact footprint and a dedicated Master control mean the X7 drops easily into any rig while giving you precise control over your overall output. It is ideal for players who need consistent, mix-ready distortion and EQ from a single, easy to use pedal.

Controls

• High Pass Frequency: 100 Hz to 1 kHz
• High Drive: Sets distortion amount for the high pass band
• High Level: Sets output volume of the distorted high pass signal
• Low Pass Frequency: 50 Hz to 500 Hz
• Low Comp: Sets compression amount for the low pass band
• Low Level: Sets output volume of the low pass signal
• Master: Sets overall output volume

EQ

• Low Shelf: ±12 dB at 80 Hz
• 500 Hz: ±12 dB
• 1 kHz: ±12 dB
• High Shelf: ±12 dB at 5 kHz

Power

• Current Draw: 100 mA
• Power Supply: 9 V DC regulated adapter with centre negative plug

Dimensions

• Width: 94 mm / 3¾"
• Length: 120 mm / 4¾"
• Height: 46 mm / 1¾"
• Weight: 320 g / 0.7 lb