KMA Machines Pylon Active Transformer Boost Noise Gate Pedal

£159.00

This is a New KMA Machines Pylon Active Transformer Boost Noise Gate Pedal from KMA Audio Machines, listed in Noise Gate Pedals on Just Pedals. Read More below.

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If you've ever cranked the gain on your favourite amp or distortion pedal, you'll be familiar with the amount of hiss and noise that is present. The KMA Machines Pylon is an advanced, multi-functional and super-versatile noise gate pedal that tames unwanted noise, whilst maintaining and reinforcing your natural sound and attack.

Featuring an ultra-fast gate with a smooth trigger, the Pylon is equally suited for fast chugging palm-muted playing as well as long decaying notes. An integrated boost section gives you up to 30 dB of extra gain while an external trigger input allows the Pylon to be switched remotely or triggered by an external source, enhancing and balancing your rig.  The Pylon also boasts an effects loop, allowing you to isolate noisy pedals from your signal chain, which means you will hear less of the unwanted noise and more of what matters…you!

The KMA Machines Pylon is so much more than a typical utilitarian noise gate pedal. It will completely transform your whole rig and let your tone flow!

Main Features

  • ATB (Advanced Transformer Boost) Noise Gate Pedal 
  • Easy-to-use, yet high-performance Blackmer® VCA-based Noise Gate
  • Integrated Audio Transformer – adds heft to signal
  • Switchable Boost/Attenuation circuit – up to 30 dB of gain on tap
  • Variable frequency CUT control – helps to tighten up the low end and remove mud
  • EXT Trigger Input – allows Gate and Bypass control from external sources
  • Channel Relay Output – switch your amp’s gain channel in sync with the pedal
  • FX-Loop, for signal-chain flexibility and 4-cable method connectivity
  • Internal Ground Lift Control 
  • Relay-based soft-switching, with selectable Gate/Boost switching modes
  • Made in Berlin, Germany 
  • Power by opt. 9 V PSU (9 V DC, centre -, 2.1 mm, >??? mA max. current draw)

Brand

KMA Audio Machines

In the current JustPedals catalogue, KMA Audio Machines is represented by Distortion Pedals, Noise Gate Pedals and Amp & Cab Simulator Pedals. Current listings include KMA Machines AB/Y Switcher, KMA Machines Active ABY Mono and KMA Machines Active Stereo ABY. That makes the range relevant to players looking for drive, gain and clipping, plus time-based effects and ambience. Check each model for its exact circuit or processing platform, controls, power requirements and connections, particularly where the catalogue includes both pedals and supporting gear.

Category

Noise Gate Pedals

Noise gate pedals reduce hum, hiss and unwanted spill when the input falls below a chosen threshold. Threshold sets when the gate closes; attack, hold, release and range determine whether the result is transparent or abrupt. A gate before high-gain stages can control noise early, while a post-drive gate can clean the finished signal but may shorten sustain. Check whether the design offers a loop or side-chain, how it handles low notes and how much playing detail is lost at the chosen setting.

Tags

Boost

Boost pedals raise level, add gain or do both. A clean boost mostly preserves the source voice and pushes the next gain stage harder; a coloured boost changes the frequency balance as it lifts the level, while treble or mid boosts narrow the emphasis deliberately. Gain, output, tone, presence and headroom shape the result. Place the boost before overdrive for more clipping, after gain for more level, or into a clean amp when a louder signal is the aim.