MXR M288 Bass Octave Deluxe Pedal

£174.99

This is the MXR M288 Bass Octave Deluxe Pedal from MXR, listed in Octave Pedals on Just Pedals. Read More below.

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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).

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MXR

MXR is a renowned manufacturer of guitar effects pedals and audio electronics, recognized for their classic designs and high-quality sound. Established in the 1970s, MXR has played a significant role in shaping the landscape of effects pedals, producing iconic units that have become staples in countless musicians’ rigs. The company’s pedals are celebrated for their rugged construction, intuitive controls, and versatile tones, making them popular among guitarists and bassists across genres.

MXR’s product lineup encompasses a wide range of effects categories, including distortion, delay, modulation, and more. Some of their most notable pedals include the Phase 90 phaser, the Dyna Comp compressor, and the Carbon Copy analog delay, all of which have earned legendary status among players for their distinctive sound and reliability. With a legacy of innovation and a commitment to quality, MXR continues to be a respected name in the world of guitar effects, inspiring musicians to explore new sonic possibilities and express themselves creatively.

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Octave Pedals

An octave effect generates notes one or more octaves above or below the input. Analogue circuits often create raw monophonic sub-octaves, while digital pitch tracking can follow chords and provide several intervals with cleaner separation. Tracking speed, polyphonic accuracy, latency and the balance of dry, upper and lower voices determine whether the result feels tight, organ-like, synthetic or deliberately unstable.

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Analogue

The signal is shaped by continuously varying electronic circuitry rather than being converted into a digital effect algorithm. Component choice, operating voltage and circuit tolerances influence headroom, noise, clipping texture and the small variations in response between designs.

Bass

Voiced or equipped to retain low-frequency fundamentals and the higher headroom of a bass signal. Clean blends, crossovers and bass-specific filter ranges can preserve weight and articulation while the effected portion adds harmonics, movement or ambience.

Battery Powered

Can operate from an internal replaceable battery, usually with different available current and running time from an external supply. Battery chemistry, access and automatic disconnection through the input socket affect practical runtime and storage. High-current digital processing generally shortens battery life more sharply than a simple analogue circuit.

True Bypass

Connects input directly to output through mechanical or relay switching when the effect is off, removing the active circuit from the audio path. It avoids buffer colour but leaves cable capacitance and switching design to influence high-frequency loss and possible switching noise.

Vocal

Designed for microphone-level signals and the frequency, dynamics and feedback behaviour of the human voice. Input gain, balanced connections, phantom power and pitch tracking may be provided so effects respond correctly before the signal reaches a mixer or PA.