MXR M82 Bass Envelope Filter - Classic Analog Funk | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The MXR M82 Bass Envelope Filter delivers classic analog auto-wah and filter sounds specifically designed for bass guitar applications. This compact pedal features separate dry and effect level controls that preserve your low-end foundation while adding funky filter sweeps that respond dynamically to your playing attack. Perfect for funk, R&B, and fusion bassists who need expressive filter effects without sacrificing the punch and clarity essential for bass guitar in a mix.
Product Overview
The M82 employs genuine analog circuitry to create the warm, musical filter sweeps that defined classic funk and R&B recordings. Unlike digital filters that can sound sterile or guitar-focused envelope filters that lose low-end, this pedal is engineered specifically for bass frequencies and playing dynamics.
The innovative dual-control design features separate dry and effect level knobs, allowing you to blend your clean signal with the filtered effect. This ensures your fundamental bass frequencies remain present and punchy while adding the expressive filter sweeps on top, preventing the hollow sound that plagues many envelope filters when used with bass.
Wide-ranging decay and Q controls provide comprehensive tone shaping, from subtle auto-wah effects to extreme resonant sweeps. The sensitivity control adapts to both passive and active basses, ensuring optimal response regardless of your instrument's output level or pickup configuration.
Ideal For
- Funk and R&B bassists seeking classic analog auto-wah and filter effects
- Fusion players who need expressive dynamics that respond to playing technique
- Session musicians requiring versatile filter sounds that sit well in dense arrangements
- Jazz bassists exploring modern textures while maintaining traditional low-end presence
- Cover band players replicating classic filter bass tones from the 70s and 80s
Key Features
Bass-Specific Analog Circuit
Genuine analog envelope filter designed specifically for bass frequencies, delivering warm, musical filter sweeps without the sterile character of digital processing or guitar-focused designs.
Separate Dry and Effect Controls
Independent level controls for dry and filtered signals allow precise blending that maintains your bass's fundamental punch while adding expressive filter effects on top.
Wide-Range Filter Shaping
Decay and Q controls provide comprehensive tone sculpting from subtle auto-wah effects to extreme resonant sweeps, covering the full spectrum of classic envelope filter sounds.
Adaptive Sensitivity Control
Tailors response to your playing attack and bass output level, with specific optimization for both passive and active instruments ensuring consistent performance across different bass types.
True Bypass Switching
Preserves your natural bass tone when disengaged, with rugged true-bypass switching that maintains signal integrity and prevents tonal coloration in bypass mode.
What's Included
- MXR M82 Bass Envelope Filter
- Full manufacturer warranty
- Note: Power adapter sold separately (9V battery, ECB003 adapter, or DC Brick compatible)
Technical Specifications
Specification | Details |
---|---|
Circuit | Analog Envelope Filter |
Controls | Dry Level, Effect Level, Decay, Q (Resonance), Sensitivity |
Bypass | True Bypass |
Power | 9V battery or 9V DC adapter (not included) |
Compatibility | ECB003, DC Brick, Iso-Brick, Mini Iso-Brick |
Construction | Durable aluminum housing (Phase 90 size) |
Protection | Over-voltage and polarity protection |
Audio | Mono Input/Output |
Optimization | Bass-specific frequency response and dynamics |
Weight | Lightweight, pedalboard-friendly design |
Get Your Hands on This Bass Filter Today
Experience the classic analog envelope filter sounds and bass-optimized design of the MXR M82 at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our experienced staff can demonstrate how the separate dry and effect controls maintain your low-end presence while adding expressive filter dynamics that respond to your playing style. Visit our showroom today to discover why this compact pedal has become essential for bassists seeking professional funk and auto-wah effects.