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Low Pass Filter
Description
The Low Pass Filter pedal can be used for taming harsh high end such as fret buzz, string noise, and artifacts from other effects such as distortion pedals. It is also useful for simulating the high frequency roll-off of speaker cabinets. At it's most extreme setting, the Low Pass Filter can turn a bass guitar signal into a low end dub tone.The low pass filter is a 12 dB per octave high frequency filter. The knob controls the cutoff frequency and ranges continuously from 15 kHz
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Discussed in Roscoe owner struggling with brightness of tone in the TalkBass community
Sid the Kid
A low pass filter is the answer. I went with a simple Broughton. I treat mine like it is a passive tone knob that doesn't effect the midrange. I have an unbearably bright and harsh sounding bass that is perfectly subdued using one. One could cut the treble at the bass or amp, but that also changes the tone of the surrounding ... ... more
Discussed in Eq pedal for taming high end (?) in the TalkBass community
cheapbasslovin
This seems like the most obvious thing. [link] ... more
dregsfan
I hadn't thought of a LP filter. Thanks. I may want something a little more flexible though. Funny you suggested that, for I have been eyeballing one of these for a while. Messenger DI | Broughton Audio ... more
skyline_01
Came here to say the same. I just picked up a Broughton LPF/HPF pedal and I'm quickly realizing its worth. ... more
Amajew
Thread closed :)... the LPF is an amazing tool to tame the top end without having to touch your treble control. I'd say it tames the treble, gently. ... more
Discussed in Broughton Always on HPF and Small LPF in the TalkBass community
ahadl2500
Broughton Always on HPF and small format LPF. I was using these on my main board, but recently acquired a Broughton RFE. Both are in excellent condition and will include original packaging. $150 Payment via Paypal. Shipping included in price. Ships to United States Lower 48. Broughton Specs: [link] [link] [image] ... more
Discussed in Fret noise with piezos in the TalkBass community
macmanlou
Broughton generally has these in stock. [image] ... more
40Hz
This. Cut everything above 4K for starters and see if it helps. Then work from there. FWIW the only piezo preamps I ever found to just sound good and not accentuate any of the ... ... more
Discussed in Official Mesa Boogie Subway Series Club in the TalkBass community
BigN8bass
It is a useful tool. Here's one from Broughton Audio you can put anywhere in your pedal chain. [link] ... more
bdplaid
Actually I have a Broughton hpf / lpf. No room on my board for it. ... more
dukeorock
I have that pedal. Works really well, especially on one of my older tube amps ... more
Discussed in Post Blackout Sale: Broughton, Grace, Sushi Box, Empress, Shift-Line in the TalkBass community
The Diaper Geni
Post Blackout Pedal Sale! These are some great pedals at great prices. All pedals work 100%. All will be shipped USPS Priority Mail. My work schedule is kinda wonky lately but ... ... more
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