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Bass Preamp with Distortion for Your Pedalboard





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Be prepared for any gig with the MXR M80 Bass D.I. preamp pedal. From wedding gigs to rock shows to studio sessions you'll be ready to lay down the low end. Dedicated clean and distortion channels give you tone-shaping flexibility and classic sounds. Multiple outputs make the M80 Bass D.I. perfect for multi-amp setups, running to the PA, or for studio sessions. A built-in noise gate keep the M80 silent between notes. Whether you are using it as a distortion pedal or as a full-blown preamp/DI, the MXR M80 Bass D.I. has the killer sounds you want from your bass.





MXR M80 Bass D.I. Bass Guitar Preamp Pedal at a Glance:


Dual-channel preamp ensures you are ready for any gig


Distortion tones that rock


Flexible outputs for any situation


Dual-channel preamp ensures you are ready for any gig





Being prepared isn't a suggestion to working musicians - it's a rule. With MXR's M80 Bass D.I. you'll never be caught unprepared again. This preamp/pedal is perfect for going direct to the mixer in live and studio situations. It's also an ideal backup in case of major amplifier failure. A master 3-band EQ section lets you dial in your ideal bass sound for clean or distorted tones. Keep an MXR Bass D.I. in your gig bag and be ready for whatever comes your way.





Distortion tones that rock





Some gigs and sessions call for loud, over-the-top bass distortion, the MXR M80 D.I. has all the punch and pummel you'll ever need. The Bass D.I. has you covered from classic rock overdrive to full-on metal distortion. The grind and growl you can coax from this preamp will make you smile. A built-in noise gate helps keep extraneous noise down, and a blend function lets you mix you clean and dirty signal together to create the perfect bass tone.





Flexible outputs for any situation





MXR's Bass D.I. is ready for action with a large selection of outputs. A dedicated 1/4" output lets you feed your signal to your power amp or amplifier. The 1/4" parallel output is perfect for feeding a second amp rig, a dedicated tuner, or running to the board. An XLR direct out is perfect for recording sessions and live shows. Powering the MXR Bass D.I. is super easy. You can use a 9v battery, an optional adapter, or phantom power right from a mixer. The Bass D.I. will make sure you're ready for any gig.





MXR M80 Bass D.I. Bass Guitar Preamp Pedal Features:


Compact dual-channel bass preamp pedal


Clean and distorted channels


Defeatable and adjustable noise gate


XLR and 1/4" outputs


Add an all-in-one bass preamp and distortion to your gig bag with the MXR M80 Bass D.I. .