FREE THE TONE Black Vehicle by Free The Tone

The FREE THE TONE Black Vehicle BV-1V is a bass overdrive pedal that is part of the Integrated Series, which was initiated as FREE THE TONE’s 15th- anniversary project. The pedal features a newly developed HTS (Holistic Tonal Solution) circuit for electric bass guitars, designed to prevent a thin sound and ensure uniform texture of the sounds when the unit is turned on and off. The HTS circuit also optimally feeds the received signals to the following circuit.

Additionally, the Black Vehicle includes newly designed EQ circuits and a MIX circuit. The TREBLE and BASS EQ circuits affect only the drive sound, while the unprocessed original signal (dry sound) is mixed with the drive sound in the MIX circuit. This setup minimizes signal phase error, prevents the sound from being buried when the drive amount is increased, and realizes an ultimate drive sound with a clear pitch and contour of sound.

The pedal provides two types of boost: "PRE BOOST" controls the sound amount sent to the overdrive section, and "POST BOOST" adjusts the output volume, allowing for extensive sound manipulation. The Black Vehicle is designed to deliver sparkling overtones, long sustain, and a pleasant drive sound, providing a wide range of "amp-like" sounds.

Specifications:
- Input impedance: min. 1MΩ
- Output load impedance: min. 10kΩ
- Controls: LEVEL, MIX, BASS, TREBLE, GAIN, POST BOOST, PRE BOOST
- Terminals: 2× 1/4" phone jacks (for input and output), 1× DC9V input jack (for AC adapter)
- Power supply: 9V DC center negative polarity
- Current consumption: approx. 200 mA
- Dimensions: 95 × 124 × 51H mm (incl. protuberances such as footswitches, jacks, etc. )
- Weight: approx. 640 g (excl. battery)
- Accessories: Warranty card, Web Access Card, rubber foot x 4

No AC-DC adaptor is included in this product, and a stabilized 9V DC center minus adapter is recommended for power supply.

The FREE THE TONE Black Vehicle BV-1V is designed to provide a natural overdrive sound as well as a rich distorted sound, making it a versatile and high-quality bass overdrive pedal.