Darkglass KAAMOS Bass Octaver And Distortion Pedal

£389.00

Allow JustPedals to introduce the Darkglass KAAMOS Bass Octaver And Distortion Pedal Designed in collaboration with renowned bassist and producer Amos Heller, the Darkglass Kaamos pushes the boundaries of bass tone with a fusion of aggressive distortion and seismic octave-down effects. This powerhouse pedal delivers deep, defined lows and raw, saturated drive, giving you a massive sonic […]


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Allow JustPedals to introduce the Darkglass KAAMOS Bass Octaver And Distortion Pedal

Designed in collaboration with renowned bassist and producer Amos Heller, the Darkglass Kaamos pushes the boundaries of bass tone with a fusion of aggressive distortion and seismic octave-down effects. This powerhouse pedal delivers deep, defined lows and raw, saturated drive, giving you a massive sonic foundation to reshape your sound.

Key Features

  • Blend Control – Adjusts the mix of distortion and clean signal
  • Drive Control – Dial in the amount of distortion from subtle grit to full-on fuzz
  • Drive Mod – Blend between two distinct drive circuits (a and O)
  • Tone Control – Fine-tune your distortion tone
  • Octave Filter – Shape the frequency response of the low-octave effect
  • Octave Level & Modes – Choose between three distinct octave types
  • Parallel or Series Routing – Customize the interaction between effects
  • Dedicated Sub-Octave Output – Route just the low-octave signal to a separate amp
  • Movable Effects Loop – Three selectable placements within the signal chain
  • Balanced XLR Direct Output – Ideal for direct PA or studio use
  • Ground Lift Switch – Eliminates unwanted noise from ground loops

Creative Control

Every detail is precision-crafted for seamless integration into your rig, ensuring you stay in command of your signature tone.

  • Stack effects in series for thick, crushing saturation
  • Run effects in parallel for complex, layered textures
  • Move the effects loop into three selectable positions, unlocking new interaction possibilities for your pedalboard
  • Route a dedicated sub-octave output, perfect for multi-amp setups

Signature Darkglass Drive & Octaver

The Kaamos combines the brutal drive of the Alpha Omicron with a powerful octaver, offering three distinct octave voicing modes:

  • Sublime: Monophonic mute-type tracking
  • Sublemon: Monophonic flip-type tracking
  • Subcitri: Polyphonic tracking for extended harmonic richness

Dial in everything from subtle warmth to total sonic chaos with dedicated controls for blend, drive, octave filtering, and effect positioning.

Stunning Performance

Crafted for durability and stage-ready reliability, Kaamos features premium construction, intuitive controls, and versatile connectivity options, making it the ultimate centrepiece for any serious bassist’s setup.

Connections

  • Input: ¼” mono jack (instrument or pedalboard input)
  • Output: ¼” mono jack (to amp or effects)
  • Sub Output: ¼” (isolated low-octave signal)
  • Send/Return: ¼” jacks for effects loop routing
  • Direct Output: Balanced XLR for PA or recording setups
  • 9V DC Power Input: Requires 400mA regulated supply (centre-negative)

Specifications

  • Width: 125mm (5″)
  • Length: 96mm (3¾”)
  • Height: 57mm (2¼”)
  • Weight: 450g (0.99 lb)

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Brand

Darkglass

Darkglass Electronics is renowned for modern bass tone with precision, punch, and serious low-end authority. Built in Finland and trusted by players across metal, rock, and progressive styles, their pedals and amps focus on tight response, articulate mids, and controlled saturation that enhances rather than muddies your sound.

Choose Darkglass when you want clarity and aggression working together. From subtle harmonic enhancement to full-on driven bass grind, their gear delivers studio-ready definition and powerful presence — keeping your low end focused, dynamic, and unmistakably modern.

Category

Distortion Pedals

Octave Pedals

Tags

bass

Distortion

Distortion pedals take your clean guitar signal and transform it into something bigger, bolder, and full of attitude. By clipping the waveform, they add sustain, bite, and aggression, creating that thick, compressed tone that’s powered rock music for decades. From the growling crunch of classic hard rock to the tight, saturated roar of modern metal, distortion is all about energy and presence. It gives every note weight and authority, pushing your amp to its limits and beyond.

There are countless flavours of distortion, each with its own texture and edge. Some sound smooth and creamy, others raw and gnarly like tearing fabric. It’s the sonic equivalent of turning up the heat until the sound cooks — rich, sizzling, and perfectly seasoned to taste. Whether used for rhythm muscle or soaring leads, a good distortion pedal doesn’t just add volume; it adds personality, grit, and that unmistakable sense of power under your fingers.

Distortion Pedals

Octave

An octave pedal shifts your guitar signal up or down by one or more octaves, blending the altered pitch with your original sound to create a fuller, more complex tone. It can add a deep, bass-like layer underneath your playing or a shimmering high octave on top for lead lines and solos. Classic analogue octave pedals often produce slightly gritty, organic sounds, while modern digital versions track more precisely and can offer multiple octave ranges.

Octave pedals are great for thickening single-note riffs, creating synth-style textures, or even mimicking bass parts when playing alone. They pair well with fuzz or overdrive pedals for massive, harmonically rich tones. Whether you’re after vintage Hendrix-style octave fuzz or a modern polyphonic sound that tracks chords cleanly, an octave pedal opens up a world of creative possibilities and adds real weight and character to your tone.

Octave Pedals