visog Posted July 6, 2018 Share Posted July 6, 2018 We're all waiting for one right!? EQ with grunt, snark and clang pre-set EQ switch-ins Wet/dry signal mix Dual channel distortion; Cab sim Compression Headphones Recording interface Tuner Why is this not a thing? Make it a thing! Take my money - I'd pay b-gillions (Euros) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted July 8, 2018 Share Posted July 8, 2018 There are 3 new Microtubes X units on the way, specs are a mystery but they will be digital and hopefully include most of what’s on your list! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted July 8, 2018 Share Posted July 8, 2018 The X units are Multiband distortions. I doubt they'll have compression built in - especially as they are having to discontinue the Super Symmetry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted July 8, 2018 Share Posted July 8, 2018 I don’t know, the a major part of why the DP-3X is such a hit is due to the fact it compresses the lows and distorts the top. I think Doug would want to compete with this particular unit and offer the same feature, that’s what I would do anyway! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted July 8, 2018 Share Posted July 8, 2018 All depends on time lines. If the X has been in development for a couple of years then he's not going to tear up the design just to squeeze in a limited parameter compressor because Tech21 have got a good product. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
visog Posted July 8, 2018 Author Share Posted July 8, 2018 3 hours ago, fretmeister said: The X units are Multiband distortions. I doubt they'll have compression built in - especially as they are having to discontinue the Super Symmetry. Why are they 'having' to discontinue their 'Super Symmetry'? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted July 8, 2018 Share Posted July 8, 2018 Just now, visog said: Why are they 'having' to discontinue their 'Super Symmetry'? Can't get the parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
visog Posted July 12, 2018 Author Share Posted July 12, 2018 Really!? In this day and age? How come Cali and Keeley can get what they need? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted July 13, 2018 Share Posted July 13, 2018 Doug didn’t go into specifics, but he announced it on Facebook a couple of weeks ago. Apparently the maker of the mystery mystery parts are stopping production of that part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 There's a global shortage in PCB components, many manufacturers are discontinuing components or moving them to make to order with long (6-18 month) lead times and large batch sizes. It wouldn't surprise me if there is a part an outfit the size of Darkglass would struggle to get at an economic price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krispn Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 Any other info on these ‘X’ pedals? And does this mean the DG comp could become a collectible? I’d best get on eBay! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 Not yet - but Doug did put an FB post up the other day saying Alex Webster had been in testing "new creations" and that a video would follow soon. If they've got Webster doing the testing it's not going to be anything other than a drive of some sort. I never liked his band, but ye gods he can play! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krispn Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 So it's likely to be another take on the massive dirt sound if it's being tested by Cannibal Corpse!! I was wondering if they might do a new range covering low gain to high gain say three different pedals in a new range. Be interesting to see what the feature set is and no doubt some cra cra pricing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 Judging by facebook and Instagram I think they are multi-band versions of the existing pedals. Multiband drive can be excellent - I've done it before using various hard cut EQ systems - but it can also be a right faff to get right. I used to run no drive on lows, tons on the mids, and a little on the highs. And it took months to get it right. And TBH the B*K and VMT series are already low to high gain. The drive can be so low as to not be noticeable, all the way up to mental. I'm actually using my AO as an almost clean preamp at the moment - sounds brilliant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krispn Posted July 28, 2018 Share Posted July 28, 2018 I use the AO too but would like to try the AOU for the additional switchable eq. Nice feature that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolverinebass Posted July 29, 2018 Share Posted July 29, 2018 Darkglass, if you're reading this, something with presets. Midi compatability preferably. Do this and you'll rule the world. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted July 29, 2018 Share Posted July 29, 2018 Midi controlled would be awesome. I think I'd pony up for a Boss ES-8 then. Assuming the DG midi controlled thingy didn't cost me a grand. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazzbass Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 I don't want one, going by Darkglass prices it will cost $2,000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 You just wait until you see what is coming, all very exciting stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigwan Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 31 minutes ago, Kev said: You just wait until you see what is coming, all very exciting stuff Meh, we've heard that before... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 Haters gonna hate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigwan Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 Different strokes for different folks. If Doug released the Vintage Ultra with the tone control from the Darkglass amp I MIGHT be interested... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolverinebass Posted August 8, 2018 Share Posted August 8, 2018 21 hours ago, Kev said: You just wait until you see what is coming, all very exciting stuff Interesting. However..... If this is another distortion pedal with no presets that costs £350, then not really so interesting. I honestly think Darkglass are totally missing a trick with this omission of functionality. Just my opinion though. We shall see what transpires. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Krow Posted August 8, 2018 Share Posted August 8, 2018 Presets for analogue pedals is definitely the next useful innovation. Will make life for gigging bassists a lot easier being able to instantly recall a few favourite settings, rather than needing to tweak on the fly and remembering exactly which combination of settings work best on a poorly lit floor... Chase Bliss have stolen a march. Time for the rest of the leading edge pack to catch up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolverinebass Posted August 8, 2018 Share Posted August 8, 2018 5 minutes ago, Al Krow said: Chase Bliss have stolen a march. Time for the rest of the leading edge pack to catch up. Their stuff only allows for cv control via the parameters selected by dip switches on the front of the pedal. I'm talking about presets which recall all the knob positions. There's a few examples though my Tech21 PSA 1.1 is brilliant for that reason. The original version came out in 1989 I think so the ideas I'm talking about are nothing new. Try selling a decent delay pedal without midi patches. In the main it's not adopted by distortions, but kind of has to by delays. Modulations slightly less, but it depends on what you require. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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