Thorn Basstard - Flex Bass Overdrive

Effect Pedal for Electric Bass

Overdrive
Perfect for combining with pedals or with any amplifier
Damping control determines how much low-frequency sound reaches the distortion stage
Completely analogue
Hardwire true bypass
Controls: Gain, Damping, Headroom, Volume, Bass, Mid, Treble, Blend
Switches: Symmetry O/I, Mid Freq, Class A/B
Footswitch: Effect bypass & Freq
Status LED: Effect on/off
Input and output: 6.3 mm TS mono jack
Input impedance: 470 kOhm
Output impedance: 2.2 ohm
Current consumption: 24 mA
Power supply via 9 - 18 V DC mains adapter (2.1 x 5.5 mm barrel plug, centre negative - not included)
Dimensions (W x D x H): 94 x 123.5 x 53 mm
Weight: 410 g

Note: Battery operation not supported

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Flexible Overdrive

Thorn Soundlabs, a fresh name from the U.S., presents the Basstard, a fully analogue, immensely versatile overdrive pedal crafted specifically for bass players. With a host of well-crafted features, it pairs effortlessly with all types of amplifiers, from tube amps to modern Class-D systems. Featuring two selectable drive characters, a 3-band EQ, and Thorn's signature Damping and Headroom controls, the Basstard offers a broad spectrum of overdrive tones – from subtle warmth to full-on grit. The Blend control keeps the low end tight and defined, ensuring bass clarity even at higher gain settings. True to the Thorn Soundlabs aesthetic, the Basstard comes in a distinctive retro design inspired by 1960s Hollywood B-movie graphics, combining vintage style with modern performance in one compelling package.

Full of features for the ultimate tone

The sturdy metal housing of the Basstard measures 94 × 123.5 × 53mm, roughly equivalent to the size of two standard pedals. Its control panel includes knobs for Gain, Volume, Damping, Headroom, Blend, and a 3-band EQ. For added flexibility, the midrange frequency can be adjusted using a switch with four selectable settings. Two toggle switches provide additional flexibility: One adjusts the drive character (Symmetry), the other switches between amp voicings (A/B-A). A sturdy footswitch activates or bypasses the effect. When bypassed, the pedal uses a hardwired true bypass to keep the signal path clear. Powered by a standard 9V supply, the Basstard shows its full potential at 18V, delivering increased headroom and expanded dynamic range.

Controls of the Thorn Basstard - Flex Bass Overdrive

Complete control

For bassists who live and die for distorted sounds – but don't want to settle for one-size-fits-all tones – the Thorn Soundlabs Flex Bass Overdrive delivers the next level of control. Where many overdrive pedals stop at basic tone shaping, the Basstard goes further by letting users dial in exactly the sound they’re after. Created for players who want full control over their drive sound and aren’t afraid to experiment, the Flex Bass Overdrive offers a comprehensive suite of adjustable parameters. A 3-band EQ, Symmetry and AB-A switches alongside controls for Blend, Damping and Headroom allow for surgical precision to achieve the desired tone. Powerful yet easy to use, the Flex Bass Overdrive is ideal for bassists looking for a versatile drive pedal that balances creative flexibility with intuitive operation.

About Thorn Soundlabs

Founded in 2021, Thorn Soundlabs hails from the heart of “Music City”, where Nashville's rich musical heritage and creativity provided the perfect backdrop for a collective of engineers, seasoned touring musicians, industry veterans, and passionate tone enthusiasts to come together. United by a shared vision, they set out to redefine effects pedals, not by creating “just another overdrive pedal”, but by crafting tools that inspire and shape sonic exploration. The company’s growing lineup now includes distortion, fuzz, compressor, tremolo, and booster pedals for guitar and bass. Boasting proprietary circuit designs and unique features such as damping and headroom controls, each Thorn Soundlabs pedal delivers dynamic, responsive and timeless sound. In just a few years, Thorn Soundlabs has made its mark on the industry, and with their self-evident passion for their craft, more exciting products from this brand are sure to follow.

Signature controls

What truly sets the Thorn Basstard apart from typical overdrive pedals are its two unique controls: Damping and Headroom. These features have become something of a Thorn Soundlabs signature, appearing across their entire range of drive pedals. The Damping control acts as a high-pass filter, removing low-end frequencies from the distorted signal to keep the sound tight and focused, avoiding unwanted muddiness. The Headroom control determines how much clean signal is allowed before distortion sets in, making it especially useful when paired with a tube amp whose output stage is pushed right up to its breakup point. These controls make it effortless to dial in everything from clean to gritty tones using only playing dynamics, allowing for smooth transitions between sections like verse and chorus without adjusting a single knob.

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