Darkglass Luminal Booster Ultra – combines studio-grade compression, advanced tone-shaping, and cabinet simulation in a powerful all-in-one bass preamp and booster pedal. Designed for modern bassists seeking flexible dynamic control and sonic versatility, this compact unit delivers top-tier performance on stage, in the studio, or for silent practice sessions.
Its premium 4-knob compressor section offers adjustable compression, blend control, gain, and a filter for the compressed signal. The dedicated 6-band graphic EQ includes variable Mid Gain and Mid Frequency knobs, as well as a Character control to blend in the pedal’s coloration to taste. A master slider provides final volume compensation. With a footswitchable flat +/-20dB boost/cut and a built-in IR loader supporting seven cabinet slots, the Luminal Booster Ultra delivers massive tonal possibilities.
Connectivity is comprehensive: USB-C for IR loading and updates, XLR DI for live or studio routing, headphone out, and aux-in for silent play-along practice. It also features a handy ground-lift to eliminate hum. Whether you're crafting a full rig sound or enhancing your board’s tone-shaping capabilities, the Luminal Booster Ultra is a professional-grade solution for bassists.
KEY FEATURES
- Studio-quality compressor with 4-knob layout: Filter, Comp, Blend, Gain
- 6-band bass-optimized graphic EQ with Mid Gain and Mid Frequency controls
- Character knob to blend in tone coloration
- Footswitchable +/-20 dB Cut/Boost
- 7-slot cabinet IR loader with DI XLR output
- USB-C for IR loading and firmware updates
- Headphone out and stereo aux input for silent practice
- Ground-lift switch to eliminate hum in DI setups
- Compact and road-ready form factor
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Type: Preamp Booster
- Form Factor: Pedal
- Analog/Digital: Digital
- EQ: 6-band EQ, Character, Mid Frequency
- Effects: Compressor, Boost
- Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (instrument), 1 x 1/8" (aux in)
- Outputs: 1 x 1/4" (output), 1 x XLR (DI out)
- Headphones: 1 x 1/8"
- USB: 1 x USB-C
- Computer Connectivity: USB
- Power Source: 9V DC (power supply sold separately)
- Height: 2.25" (57 mm)
- Width: 5" (127 mm)
- Depth: 3.75" (95 mm)
- Weight: 0.95 lbs (0.43 kg)
- Manufacturer Part Number: LBU
