Taylor K4 Acoustic Equalizer & Preamp – Rupert Neve Design (with Power Supply)

OverviewUp for sale is a rare, highly sought-after Taylor Guitars K4 Equalizer. Designed in an exclusive collaboration between Bob Taylor and the legendary console pioneer Mr. Rupert Neve, this premium standalone outboard preamp/DI is specifically engineered to provide absolute studio-grade tone shaping for acoustic-electric instruments.Housed in a distinctive chrome chassis with a hardwood-trimmed top, this pure analog unit brings unmatched warmth, clarity, and precision to your live performance or studio signal chain.Key Features & Technical Specs

• Rupert Neve Design: Features a custom analog audio circuit with low-impedance, transformer-coupled balanced inputs and outputs.
• 3-Band Parametric EQ: True-to-Neve sweet musical voicing. Includes low and high shelving controls paired with a sweepable, ultra-wide parametric midrange (80Hz to 8kHz via the x10 frequency multiplier switch) and an adjustable "Q" bandwidth control for surgical tone sculpting.
• Versatile Routing Matrix: Built-in active DI, balanced TRS effects loop with user-selectable Pre-EQ or Post-EQ modes, dedicated tuner output, and a front-panel phase invert switch.
• Performance Control: Dedicated output volume master, a quick-access main mute button for silent tuning or guitar swaps on stage, and a ground-lift option.
• Headphone Amp: Front-panel 1/4" headphone jack outfitted with its own independent volume pot.
• Power Flexibilities: Runs seamlessly on the included external DC power adapter or via two 'C' cell batteries for emergency backup power on stage.

Condition DescriptionThis Taylor K4 is in Very Good condition and is fully functional. It shows clear signs of honest player wear and cosmetic use on the exterior housing:

• The hardwood top plate exhibits visible scuffing, edge wear, and finish checking along the sides.
• The chrome-plated aluminum chassis and blue anodized faceplate show minor edge nicks, surface marks, and standard patina from handling.

Mechanically and electronically, the unit performs perfectly. All control knobs turn smoothly with proper resistance, the switches toggle crisply, and the inputs/outputs provide a clean, noise-free connection.What's Included:

• Taylor Guitars K4 Preamp Unit
• Compatible AC/DC Wall Power Adapter

Ships fully insured and securely packed