Stone Deaf FX has released the QBoost stompbox—a hybrid of a preamp and a parametric frequency booster. The QBoost carries a pair of amp-style knobs, two footswitches, and a single
Ground Control Audio Drops the Noodles Tone Shaper
Ground Control Audio has debuted the Noodles Tone Shaper, a multi-function stompbox that crams multiple preamp and EQ functions into a sleek, monochrome chassis. The Noodles Tone Shaper allows for
Victory Amps Releases The Copper Preamp Stompbox
Victory Amps has unveiled The Copper preamp stompbox spec’d from its 2019 Copper amp head. The Copper is an all-valve preamp voiced after British amps from the late 1950s. Players
EBS Releases the Stanley Clarke Signature Acoustic Preamp
Sweden-based EBS has launched the Stanley Clarke Signature Acoustic Preamp, designed and engineered alongside the legendary bassist and composer himself. Boasting powerful filters, superior sound quality, and handy features, the
Mile End Effects Announces the MTHRFCKR=RPTR
Montreal-headquartered stompbox manufacturer Mile End Effects has introduced the MTHRFCKR=RPTR Cassette Tape Delay/Preamp. Per the press release, the MTHRFCKR=RPTR results from Mile End Effects’ “obsession in emulating a low-fidelity tape
The 5 Best Preamp Pedals
What is a preamp pedal, and why do you need one? In guitar amplifiers, the preamp is where tone shaping and overdrive happens before your guitar signal is sent off
Sunnaudio Announces the Nucleus NU-1
Sunnaudio has released the ultra-versatile Nucleus NU-1, a dual analog preamp and boost stompbox that delivers punchy, cutting tones spanning from clear to high gain. The Nucleus NU-1 functions as
Tsakalis AudioWorks Drops the MultiCab MK3
Tsakalis AudioWorks has released the MultiCab MK3 cab simulator and preamp pedal, combining elements of analog and digital modeling to mimic natural room ambiance, cabinet characteristics, and speaker response. The
Hilbish Design Unveils the Red Fang Night Destroyer
Hilbish Design has collaborated with stoner rockers Red Fang to create the limited-edition Night Destroyer preamp stompbox, spec’d from the legendary Sunn Beta Lead. Introduced in the late ’70s, the
The 5 Best Bass DI Pedals
Whether DI stands for “direct input,” “direct injection,” or “direct interface,” it’s an essential tool for bass players. DI pedals allow you to forego a traditional amplifier altogether, plugging directly
Skreddy Pedals Unveils the Super 100
Skreddy Pedals has unveiled the Super 100 amp emulator, designed after the 100-watt Marshall Super Lead. The Super 100 comes loaded with classic stadium rock tones from Jimi Hendrix and
Darkglass Electronics Introduces The Squid Bass Preamp
Darkglass Electronics has unveiled a limited-edition custom art version of its Microtubes B7K Ultra V2 called “The Squid,” sporting exclusive artwork by Ignacio Bazan Lazcano. The custom art is evocative
5 Tube Preamp Pedals
The preamp section of your amp is where the magic happens: it shapes your tone and can add gain or overdrive before sending that polished, finished sound off to the
DryBell Introduces The Engine Foundation Preamp
DryBell Musical Electronic Laboratory has announced what it touts as “a powerful voice for musicians,” The Engine Foundation Preamp. The Engine is an ultra-versatile, all-analog foundation preamp stompbox featuring unique
Hilbish Design Presents the Sol Invictus
Hilbish Design has unveiled the Sol Invictus—a dual-channel unit that functions as a preamp and distortion pedal. Spec’d from Hilbish’s Beta Preamp, the unit features an extensive I/O section and
