The Imperial All-Tube Preamp pedal delivers Tone King’s legendary MKII amplifier's '50s tweed, '60s blackface, and vintage British rock tones in a compact, pedalboard-friendly format. It features the exact preamp section and phase inverter circuitry of the Imperial MKII amp, as well as Reverb, Tremolo and Attenuation, resulting in a pedal that sings with harmonic richness and blooming touch response. Powered by three 12AX7 preamp tubes running at high voltage, this preamp delivers the amp's sound, responsiveness, and exquisite interaction with your pickups and effects. The onboard, low-latency impulse response (IR) loader (per channel), Headphones, easy integration and expansion with your existing gear, and MIDI capabilities, takes these iconic tones into the new era of guitar playing.
Product Features
- Powered by Three 12AX7 Preamp Tubes Running at High Voltage for the Genuine Warmth, Sag, and Feel of a Boutique Amplifier
- Seamlessly Switch Between the Pristine "Blackface" Cleans of the Rhythm Channel and the Aggressive, Mid-Forward "Tweed" Growl of the Lead Channel
- Includes the Exact Phase Inverter Circuitry of the Imperial MKII Amp to Deliver Cranked-Stack Dynamics Without the Deafening Volume
- Choose From 15 Premium OwnHammer Impulse Responses or Load Your Own for Studio-Quality Cabinet Tones Direct to the PA or Interface
- Add Depth to Your Sound with Authentic Stereo Convolution Spring Reverb and Lush, Pulsing Tremolo Assignable to Each Channel
- Effortlessly Add Two Tube Channels to Your Existing Amplifier or Use it as a Standalone, "Ampless" Rig for Stage and Studio
- Save and Recall Up to 128 Custom Presets, Giving You Instant Access to Your Favorite Channel, Effect, and IR Combinations
- Equipped with Dual Balanced XLR Outputs, a Stereo Effects Loop, and a Dedicated Headphone Jack for Silent Practice
Attributes
- Color: Black
Technical Specifications
- Dimensions: 2.75" H x 7.2" W x 5.7" D
- Weight: 1.9lbs
- Preamp Tubes: 3 x 12AX7
- Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (instrument), 1 x 1/4" (from amp), 2 x 1/4" (L/R return)
- Outputs: 1 x 1/4" (send), 1 x 1/4" (to amp in), 1 x 1/4" (to amp return), 2 x XLR (balanced)
- MIDI: In
- Power Source: 9-12V DC Power Supply (included)
- USB: 1 x USB-C
- Effects: DI, Preamp
- Processing Type: Hybrid
- Presets: Save Up to 128 Presets
- Software: Tone King Editior
- Power Usage: 1A (9V), 750mA (12V)
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