B-Max v.2

The B-Max is an aggressive, modern voiced compact and easy to use high-gain push-drive pedal from SWELL.

Fundamentally transparent, smooth natural compression and with NO loss of low-end frequencies the B-Max recreates the complex overtones found in classic tube amps.

Focused lows in addition to a smooth top-end the Max muscles amps over the edge and into submission.

Select between Drives 1 & 2 for the just the right amount of gain and the NEW Boost remote jack (another SWELL 1st) gives you unparalleled control of your signal level with any simple latching on/off footswitch.

All of this while remaining dead-quiet even with the output level control maxed out!

From your home studio to the stage, cranked amp tone and feel at any volume level via Amp and/or Record outs.

Max your TONE with the B-Max!

SWELL B-Max v.2 features:

• 100% Analog Circuitry
• SWELL Tone Circuit for Bass
• High Voltage VACUUM TUBE - 12AX7
• Drive 1 & 2 Selectable via Footswitch
• Boost Selectable via Remote Footswitch 
• CONTROLS: Drive 1 / Drive 2 / Tone / Level
• 3-Position Bass Fat Switch
• 3-Position Push/Level Switch 
• Tuned Amp Out
• Record Out with Speaker Simulation
• True-Bypass Footswitching
• Top-Mounted Jacks
• 12vac 1000ma Power Supply

• MADE IN USA
• 10 YEAR WARRANTY

SWELL pedals are made of the finest materials:

• JJ Premium Vacuum Tubes
• Electro Harmonix Premium Vacuum Tubes
• Mullard Premium Vacuum Tubes
• Tung-Sol Premium Vacuum Tubes
• Switchcraft Jacks
• Ceramic Tube Socket
• 3PDT True-Bypass Switching
• Diecast Aluminum Enclosure with Interlocking Lid (provides complete RF shielding)
• Belden Wire
• Alpha Pots
• Tough Powder Coated Finish
• And more…

V.2 Series New features:

• Push & Cut switches
• Remote Boost jack
• Also have been re-voiced (less compressed, more open, bigger, etc., etc.)
• New look–easier to read and looks great

The Push and Fat switches function as follows:

3-Way Fat switch

• Fat (up)
• Normal (middle)
• Thick (down)

*Fat switch alters lower mids.

3-Way Push (Level) switch

• Sweet (up)
• Push (middle)
• Low (down)

*The Push switch effect is similar to a variable wattage selector on an amp.

Example: in low mode the pedal behaves like a 50 watt head—pissed off, more focused attack, etc. In Push mode (maximum output) it acts like a 100 watt head—smoother, more low end authority, etc. And Sweet is the sweet spot in the middle.

*So to sum it up the Push switch, aside from giving total control of the pedal output (coupled with the Level control) also effects the voicing, too.

Remote Boost jack:

*Any simple latching ON/OFF footswitch will work here.

Pedal must be engaged for this to function (Drive 1 or Drive 2 must be on). The Remote Boost jack works in conjunction with the 3-Way Level switch. When the Remote Boost is engaged the pedal is operating in Push mode (max output). When disengaged it defaults to wherever the Push switch is set. This allows the player to choose the amount of boost needed.

The B-Max v.2 ships with a JJ 12AX7 tube.

VTeX Options:

• JJ 12AT7
• Tung-Sol 12AX7
• Mullard 12AX7

In this section my intent is to give added insight into SWELL products and their intended applications, etc.

• BASSES/PICKUPS USED FOR R&D: Hamer Cruise w/Duncans, Hamer Monaco w/Duncans, Peavey Cirrus w/active pickups, Ibanez RD707 w/DiMarzios.
• AMPS USED FOR R&D: Bass 350, Bass 400+, Bassman 300, 2x12 cab w/neo, 4x10 cab w/ceramic.
• GAIN: Mid
• TONE: Ultimate ‘80s rock tone.
• VIBE: Modern.
• GOAL: Hi-gain drive voiced for high gain amp tones.
• APPLICATION: Works equally well with tube, solid state and hybrid amps.