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Audiostorm VBM

Master Volume Control / Passive Guitar Attenuator

The AudioStorm VBM is a British made, very high quality, volume control box.

A volume control may not seem to be very exciting but with a good amplifier it can open up a huge range of new sonic possibilities.

Many amplifiers are designed so that their built-in volume controls change the tone as they are turned up.
The Marshall JCM800, just as one example, is designed to get warmer and less harsh as you turn the volume knob up.
By running many amplifiers at low settings on their volume controls you are missing out on a huge range of really great tone.

Nearly all valve amps also use cascaded gain stages and the volume control is often in the middle of this. This means that unless you turn the volume right up on the amp the pre-amp valves don't interact. This leaves you stuck with a sound that goes from too-clean to too-grotty.

With a volume box after your pedals and before your amp you get more control and more tone from your amplifier. It really is that simple.

Technical Information

This unit is designed to handle audio signal / line level audio only.
If you want to attenuate the power output of your amplifier please check out our HotBox range right here on ebay.

Technical Details
  • 100k* Log Audio metal shaft Alpha potentiometer with a really smooth action.
  • Massive 35mm diameter knob you can turn with your foot or find easily on a dark stage.
  • Robust impact-resistant ABS plastic enclosure.
    (It really is very tough but we also make a more expensive version in aluminium if you prefer)
  • Super compact size fits in your pocket or on your pedalboard with ease.
  • Made in Manchester, UK.
  • 5 year guarantee.

*100k is ideal for use after any pedal, in any amp input, in any effects loop and even plugging straight into a desk.
In fact the only place we wouldn't recommend using it is if you plug an instrument with passive pickups directly into it, in which case you should consider a unit with a 1Meg Log pot.

About AudioStorm

AudioStorm is a very small British company based in North Manchester, UK. It was founded by Sean Mandrake in 2008 and he still does most of the soldering and drilling and all of the design. Sean has been making guitar effects for over 20 years, has played countless gigs using his own effects and is obsessed with perfection. Our knowledge of valve amps and power attenuators is second-to-none. Sean has not only built and rebuilt countless amplifiers but has also worked as head technician for a major recording studio maintaining highly esoteric vintage equipment.
Rest assured that our products are world-class and we are product leaders in our areas of expertise. No-one makes better gear than we do.


www.seanmandrake.com/

Postage Information

Our working days are Monday to Friday. Although we post most orders out on the same day we receive them please assume that we will post out the day after we receive your order because we are only a small team and if it's a busy day things can take a little longer.

If you want us to use a special postage option or need some particular combination of items, or maybe want a custom cable length then please contact us: One of the really big advantages of dealing with a small business is we are always happy to go out of our way to help.