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The TC Electronic Dark Matter distortion effects pedal brings you exceptional tonal versatility, from warm overdrive to heavily saturated distortion. Featuring an all-analog circuit, this distortion pedal is designed to capture the natural sound and feel of a tube amp pushed to the edge. With the Dark Matter, TC Electronic has created a pedal that satisfies even the pickiest players.

Shape Your Tone With Intuitive Dual-Band EQ

The Dark Matter pedal features dual-band EQ knobs for bass and treble, giving you intuitive control over your tone. Boost the treble to cut through the mix with searing leads or roll it back for a smoother, darker sound. Dial in the low end to lock in with the bass and drums or thin it out for more clarity. The EQ provides focused yet musical tone shaping to suit your playing style.

Change Your Voicing With the Flick of a Switch

A voicing switch on the Dark Matter allows you to tweak the bass response with the flick of your toe. Engage the switch to tighten up the low end for more articulation and note separation. Disengage it for a boost in low-mid warmth and vintage amp-like breakup. The voicing switch makes it easy to access different shades of distortion.

Experience Increased Headroom and Dynamics

By utilizing a high-voltage design, the Dark Matter distortion pedal achieves a dramatic increase in headroom and dynamics compared to typical overdrive pedals. Even at extreme saturation levels, your tone remains open and clear rather than compressed and muddy. There's plenty of gain on tap, but with greater touch sensitivity and cleaner note separation. It allows your technique and playing dynamics to shine through.

Harness Natural Tube Amp Distortion

Built from premium components and an all-analog signal path, the Dark Matter distortion pedal captures the warm, responsive sound of a tube amp being pushed hard. Experience everything from subtle breakup to singing leads and massive walls of gain. Despite its wide range, the distortion always remains organic and amp-like. For players seeking the heart and soul of real tube tone in a pedal, the Dark Matter delivers.

TC Electronic Dark Matter Distortion Guitar Effects Pedal
TC Electronic Dark Matter Distortion Guitar Effects Pedal
TC Electronic Dark Matter Distortion Guitar Effects Pedal

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  • True bypass for zero loss of tone
  • Gain, Level, Bass and Treble controls gives you total control of your distortion sounds
  • Voicing switch for an awesome shift in bass response
  • Easy battery access makes changing batteries fun! (well, almost)
  • Small footprint save precious pedal board space
  • High-quality components: only the best will do when it comes to tone
  • Road-ready design: ready to follow you wherever your playing takes you
  • DC adapter sold separately

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4.39

33 Reviews

88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Darker than Matter?

Great distorted sound that is versatile in many forms of music. Im mostly a blues mixed with rock and experimental. Tc makes some great gear.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

You get what you pay for

There's not a whole lot I can say on this pedal. It performs like a sixty dollar pedal. I'd say it's easy to use and difficult to use, both at the same time. It's easy if you like the sound it makes. If you like it, there's nothing much you can do. If you don't particularly care for it (like myself) there's nothing you really CAN do. Yes you can increase and decrease the gain, but nothing in the sound (for me) is particularly exciting or interesting. It all sort of sounds the same. The EQ controlles don't seem to do a whole lot, and the voice switch is in the same boat. Maybe that's what it's going for, I don't know, I'm just not particularly fond of it, but you may be.

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Best Uses
  1. Performances17
  2. Home Studio16
  3. Amateur Recording8
  4. Outdoor Events / Games7
  5. Professional Recording6
Cons
  1. Not Responsive2
  2. Difficult To Use1
  3. Limited Selection Of Effects1
  4. Poor Sound Quality1
  5. Too perfect :(1
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  1. Experienced12
  2. Novice8
  3. Professional Musician5
Pros
  1. Compact21
  2. Excellent Sound Quality21
  3. Responsive20
  4. Versatile16
  5. Good Selection Of Effects7

Reviewed by 33 customers

  • I would buy this pedal again

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byKenny

    fromGeorgia

    This is a very good high gain distortion pedal.

  • Great Distortion Pedal

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byMTMike

    fromBillings, Montana

    Actually, this is my first foray into the realm of guitar pedals, so I am just a relative beginner as a Lead Guitarist. So far, I am enjoying playing around with this and the other pedals I have recently purchased.

  • Would not recommend this pedal.

    2

    submitted6 years ago

    byPete

    fromSeattle WA

    Hoping to get the "bump" my JCM 900 needs for metal. Will sell cheap to anyone who wants a pedal that does very little.

  • Dark Matter

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byDon Cas

    fromBelize

    This is a perfect medium distortion pedal. Nice for those 80s riffs. Very useable eq as well. I use the mojo to add boost and drive for solos. Not for over the top metal.

  • Nice affordable distortion pedal to annoy anyone in range

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byDave

    fromMadison, WI

    Gives a decent amount of distortion for most music - not a metal shred machine though. Solid build, easy to use. Has a more mellow distortion (if that's a thing) than some others I have had but still plenty and compares well to some well-known competitors that cost somewhat more and don't perform any better. Overall very happy. Super fast delivery by GC, too :).

  • You get what you pay for

    3

    submitted7 years ago

    bySeth Heaster

    fromHarrisburg, Pennsylvania

    There's not a whole lot I can say on this pedal. It performs like a sixty dollar pedal. I'd say it's easy to use and difficult to use, both at the same time. It's easy if you like the sound it makes. If you like it, there's nothing much you can do. If you don't particularly care for it (like myself) there's nothing you really CAN do. Yes you can increase and decrease the gain, but nothing in the sound (for me) is particularly exciting or interesting. It all sort of sounds the same. The EQ controlles don't seem to do a whole lot, and the voice switch is in the same boat. Maybe that's what it's going for, I don't know, I'm just not particularly fond of it, but you may be.

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  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byTyler P

    fromPeoria, illinois

    Does it come with the cable to plug it into the amp?

    Does it come with the cable to plug it into the amp?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    The cables are sold separately.
    Open Reply - Ronald
    no. The cable is sold separately.
    Open Reply - Beau
    This effects pedal does not come with a cable included.