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Electro-Harmonix Deluxe Bass Big Muff Pi Distortion/Sustainer Pedal

SKU: EHDXBBMUFF

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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?BRYAN R : It is the best bass fuzz around.

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2023-02-05T20:34:33

Rated 5 out of 5

Great bass pedal

Great pedal. Perfect for my bass

ANGELO A.

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Electro-Harmonix Deluxe Bass Big Muff Pi Specifications

  • Circuit

    Analog

  • Input Gain

    14 dB (above unity gain)

  • High Pass Filter

    Knob level 125 Hz to 1.75 kHz

  • Low Pass Filter

    Knob level 60 Hz to 10 kHz

  • Input Impedance

    2MOhms

  • Output Impedance

    600Ohms; (DI output)

  • Controls

    7x Knob: Volume, Blend, Tone, Sustain, Gate, HPF, and LPF
    1x Switch: Input 0/-10 dB attenuation
    2x Footswitch: Crossover and Bypass

  • Connectors

    1/4" phone jack, input
    1/4" phone jack, output
    1/4" phone jack, direct output
    XLR, DI output
    Power jack, 9 VDC input

  • Current Draw

    200mA

  • Power Requirement

    9V battery included (optional 9.6VDC-200mA power adapter not included)

  • Battery Info

    Required, included

  • Battery Material

    Alkaline

  • Battery Type

    9-volt

  • Battery Quantity

    1

  • Dimensions

    4.75 x 5.75 x 2.50" (12 x 14.6 x 6.3cm)

  • Weight

    25.75 oz (730g)

  • UPC Code

    683274011318

About Electro-Harmonix Deluxe Bass Big Muff Pi

FEATURED REVIEWS

Great bass pedal

By ANGELO A.

Great pedal. Perfect for my bass

After meticulous design and innovation, Electro-Harmonix presents the Deluxe Bass Big Muff Pi Distortion/Sustainer Pedal, a high-quality and durable effects pedal that sets the standard for bass fuzz technology. This pedal is the culmination of Electro-Harmonix's dedication to crafting tools that meet the evolving demands of modern bassists and guitarists.

The robust construction of the Deluxe Bass Big Muff Pi ensures it withstands the rigors of touring and studio sessions, while its innovative features provide a wide array of tonal possibilities. The heart of this pedal is its thunderous fuzz tone, inspired by the revered Black Russian Big Muff of the 1990s, offering a sound that is both classic and contemporary.

The pedal's versatility is further enhanced by the Blend knob, allowing musicians to mix their original clean tone with the distorted sound, ensuring clarity and punch in the low end. The Gate feature is an effective tool for eliminating unwanted noise, ensuring a clean and smooth performance.

The ultimate tone-sculpting capability of the Deluxe Bass Big Muff Pi lies in its Crossover section. By separating the Fuzz and Dry signals and processing them through dedicated High Pass and Low Pass Filters, the pedal achieves a fiery top-end and a powerful, resonant bottom-end, making it one of the most versatile bass fuzz pedals on the market.

The Volume knob acts as a master control for the pedal's output, while the Tone knob offers a spectrum of sounds from crisp treble to deep bass, affecting only the distorted signal. The Sustain knob allows for precise adjustment of the pedal's sustain and distortion levels.

For basses with active pickups, the Input toggle switch provides 10dB of attenuation, making the Deluxe Bass Big Muff Pi more compatible and user-friendly. The pedal also features a Direct Out for a buffered signal of the original bass tone, which can be routed to an amplifier or an alternate effects chain. The main Output jack connects the pedal to your amp or another effects unit.

The Crossover Footswitch enables on-the-fly toggling of the crossover circuit, indicated by a green status LED, allowing for real-time adjustments to the HPF and LPF knobs for a multitude of tonal variations. The Bypass Footswitch engages a high-quality buffered bypass, with a red status LED indicating the active effect.

With its innovative design, the Deluxe Bass Big Muff Pi Distortion/Sustainer Pedal by Electro-Harmonix is the definitive choice for bassists seeking a professional-grade pedal that delivers both distortion and sustain, ensuring their performance stands out with its effective and versatile sound shaping capabilities.

Electro-Harmonix Deluxe Bass Big Muff Pi Features

  • Pad on the input that's switchable between 0dB and -10dB ensures the pedal is optimized for use with both passive and active pickups
  • Blend allows a player to mix to taste the direct and distorted signals
  • Three outputs: a 1/4" effect out, 1/4" direct (buffered dry) out and XLR DI out give complete control of your output signal and sound
  • Foot-switchable crossover section with a variable low pass filter on the dry signal and a variable high pass filter on the distorted signal give bassists the ability to sculpt their sound
  • Crossover circuit, in conjunction with the Blend control, lets you keep the low-end clear and focused and the high-end bright and cutting
  • Built-in noise gate with an adjust threshold eliminates unwanted noise at any level
  • Tough and compact die-cast chassis

Key Features

  • Iconic fuzz tone inspired by the '90s Black Russian Big Muff for bassists and guitarists
  • Blend knob to mix clean and distorted signals for nuanced bass lines
  • Noise Gate feature for hiss-free performance and clean sound output
  • Innovative Crossover section with separate HPF and LPF for versatile tone sculpting
  • Dual outputs including DI for direct mixing console or recording equipment connection
  • Crossover and Bypass footswitches for dynamic sound control during live performances

What's in the box:

  • Electro-Harmonix Deluxe Bass Big Muff Pi Distortion/Sustainer Pedal
  • 9VDC Battery
  • (Power Adapter Not Included)
  • Electro-Harmonix 1 Year Limited Warranty