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MXR MX100 Rockman Analog Tone Processor
In 1982, Tom Scholz, visionary guitarist and founder of the
hard rock band Boston, designed and launched the Rockman X100, a revolutionary
headphone amplifier via his electronics company, Scholz Research
& Development (SR&D). But it wasn't just a simple amplifier
headset. Equipped with recording console connectivity, options
and
speakers.
for sculpting sound and built-in effects, the X100 quickly
became a secret weapon in the studio, helping to define the saturated sound
of 80s arena-style rock choruses.
MXR Rockman X100 Analog Tone Processor
MXR
today revisits this classic with the Rockman X100 Analog Tone
Processor, a pedal that encapsulates the DNA of the original headphone amp.
With the help of Bob Cedro, an engineer at SR&D at the time, the
MXR design team recreated the same crystalline tones, crunchy harmonics
and sparkling modulations as the original. This analog pedalboard
retains all four presets, carefully calibrated compression, and the
famous bucket-brigade chorus, while offering mono/stereo modes
and optional external control for an
enriched user experience.
Compression Revisited
One
of the keys to the sound of the original X100 lay in a complex
compression circuit, keeping the signal clear, whether clean
or distorted. The MXR Rockman X100 Analog Tone Processor incorporates this
same circuit, adjusted for a slow release in clean mode and a
fast release in dirty mode. Compression varies according to the
input gain level - higher gain results in increased compression.
Modes
Like the original, this pedal offers four modes via a MODE button:
- CLN2: a crystal-clear clean, ideal for open arpeggios and chords.
- CLN1: a more midrange-focused clean, offering a tight, punchy attack.
- EDGE: moderate saturation, sensitive to variations in input gain and guitar volume.
- DISTORTION: intense distortion and infinite sustain, perfect for smooth, epic leads.
Signal Control
Two sliders make it easy to sculpt your sound:
- Input Gain: to adjust the interaction of the incoming signal with the four modes, especially EDGE.
- Volume: to set the overall level sent to your amp.
Chorus Bucket-Brigade
With
the famous MN3007 chip used in the original amp, the Rockman X100
Analog Tone Processor delivers rich, expansive chorus with a simple
press of the Chorus button. Every riff will emerge enveloped in an
immersive sonic texture.
Advanced Setup
For
even more advanced use, it's possible to connect an
external switch, such as the MXR TRS Split + Tap, to control the modes
with the foot. In stereo mode, the signal can be split between the
left/right channels, with dynamic chorus modulation for exceptional
spatialization.
- The iconic sound of arena rock in a compact format.
- Crystal-clear cleans, crunchy harmonics, and sparkling modulation.
- The same four presets as the original headphone amp: two clean, two dirty.
- Complex compression circuitry, tuned for clean and dirty modes.
- Analog chorus with MN3007 bucket-brigade chip.
- Advanced features: stereo modes, external switch, and more.
Ready to recreate the legendary sound of Boston and the '80s? The MXR Rockman X100 is waiting for you!
- Power supply: DC 9 V
- Power supply included: No
- Category: Overdrive
- Format: Pedal
- Technology: Analog
- True bypass: Yes
Specific References
- MXR MX100
- 0710137140639