MXR M 81 Bass Preamp

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Combination of Preamp and DI Box for Electric Bass

Separate controls for input and output
Parametric mids
Pre / Post switch determines whether the EQ will take effect before or after the Direct Out
Controls for Output, Mid Freq., Input, Bass, Mid and Treble
Pressure switch for ground lift
2 Internal switches control the use of the Direct Out and a True Bypass can be switched
Status LED
6.3 mm Jack inputs and output
XLR output
Operates on 9V battery or optional AC adapter (article nr 409939, not included)

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Available since August 2014

Item number 333371

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Design Floor Effects Pedal

Tubes No

Amp Modeling No

Integrated Effects No

Headphone Output No

Direct Out Yes

MIDI Connector(s) No

Integrated Expression Pedal No

Connections for Pedals or Switches No

Aux Input No

Integrated Tuner No

USB Connection No

Effect Types Preamp

£166

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MXR m-81 bass preamp

Makhach Kamilievich 16.11.2017

I've bought it mostly for use with one of my passive basses which has two single passive pickups. I wanted to reduce the noise from singles, and to shape a good signal for every situation. And this preamp makes it perfect with a ground lift option. I also often use it with my active basses too, when I'm not sure about the line signal on the stage, and it works perfect in these cases. M-81 was my long time wishlist favorit, since I'd been using their MXR m-80 for a long time. But I don't need an overdrive section and need a smaller pedal. That was another reason for m-81 version. Also I like the way it works with frequencies and overall output of my basses. The equalizer is quite useful and clear and the Color button gives you much punch. The only con to mention is that it doesn't work with fantom energy from mixing desk, like m-80 does. But it has so many attractive moments that I don't care. I use it with power supply. To make the long story short, this is a preamp that solves every question with my bass signal and I've been dreaming about it for a long time, so I would recommend it for other players.

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Hardly any difference until experimenting!!

kerochan 18.04.2018

After experimenting with this robust little pedal I am blown away!
Totally amazing, my Fender P bass is alive! still has the Fender P Sound but crossed with a Music Man, totally wicked, like having active pick ups!

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SousaBass 03.01.2019

Use for both electric bass and double bass. the best alternative when you don?t want to carry your rig around. clear sound, the DI works perfectly. Have it on my pedal board and it's my best friend when I have several gigs in the same night.

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Petar V. 09.08.2019

This preamp sound just GRAIT. Using this pedal for couplee years and I will not change this pedal.

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