Rocktron Progap Ultra MIDI Programmable Guitar Preamp

The Rocktron PROGAP Ultra is a completely new version of the popular MIDI programmable PROGAP guitar preamp. The PROGAP Ultra provides a combination of features not found on any other commercially-available preamp:

• New "Rectifier" parameter replicates various tube rectifiers found in vintage amplifiers. This produces a spongy feel that's controlled by your attack of the strings. The harder the strings are attacked, the more bite and harmonics are produced. Lessening your attack brings back a simpler, cleaner tone.
• New "Variac" parameter allows the user to dial in a sparkling clean tone or a full-bodied clean tone like that produced by vintage tube amplifiers.
• HUSH systems' V.I.R (Variable Integrated Release) Circuitry provides noise reduction while playing and silence when not. This advanced noise reduction system for guitar assures that long sustained notes create a very slow release time, while fast, muted notes achieve a very quick release.
• MIDI Transmit channel allows you to send a MIDI program change messages to other MIDI-compatible devices in your rack whenever a preset is recalled on the Ultra.
• Advanced speaker simulation circuitry, accessed via the "Shape" parameter, provides a realistic approximation of a miked guitar cabinet at line level for direct mixer input.
• Fixed Wah function allows the player tp simulate the sound of a wah-wah pedal set at a fixed position.
• Stereo effects returns with wet/dry mix control
• Simultaneous use of amplifier outputs and direct outputs.
• Global EQ allows the user to quickly fine tune the EQ from the front panel without having to enter preset parameter lists.

These and many more new features and parameters make the PROGAP Ultra more versatile and functional than ever. The PROGAP Ultra also incorporates a new user-friendly operating interface utilizing a 16 character vacuum florescent tube display, as well as individual controls for Parameter Select, Parameter Adjust, and Preset Select.