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The pre-boost function is designed to amplify your signal before it hits the other effects, allowing for more control over the overall sound and tone.
The bright switch boosts the high-frequency range, enhancing the treble response. This feature adds a crisp edge to your sound, making it perfect for genres that require a bright and clear tone.
Yes, you can enhance your control over the pedal by adding an Ibanez IFS2L external footswitch. This makes the pre-boost and 5-band parametric EQ foot-switchable.
The PTPRE Pentatone Preamp and Equalizer Pedal is a versatile tool that allows you to achieve a range of sounds. Whether you're seeking simple tone shaping, a crunchy overdrive, or the most crushing distortion, this pedal has got you covered.
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Preamp, EQ
Analog
1x 1/4"
1x 1/4"
1 x 1/4" (remote switch)
Yes
5-band Parametric EQ
Noise Gate
9V DC power supply (sold separately)
1x 9V
Optional, not included
Alkaline
9-volt
1
2.3 x 5.8 x 5" (5.8 x 14.7 x 12.7cm)
2.2 lbs (997g)
Take your music to new heights with the PTPRE Pentatone Preamp and Equalizer Pedal from Ibanez, a game-changer in the realm of sound enhancement. This all-analog platform offers an unparalleled blend of features, designed to provide you with extraordinary tone shaping control.
The Pentatone preamp is a powerhouse of versatility, boasting five distinct tone shaping sections. These include a pre-boost for amplifying your signal before it hits the other effects, a distortion module with a two-band EQ for creating dynamic arrays of distortion, and a noise gate to eliminate unwanted noise.
Further enhancing its capabilities, the Pentatone preamp also features a 5-band parametric EQ for precise frequency adjustment, and a post-boost for increasing volume after all other effects have been applied. This ensures your sound remains clear and powerful, regardless of the complexity of your tone shaping.
The pedal also comes equipped with a bright switch, designed to boost the high-frequency range and enhance treble response. This feature adds a crisp edge to your sound, making it perfect for genres that require a bright and clear tone.
The Pentatone preamp also includes two integrated footswitches for controlling the preamp bypass and post boost functions. For even more control, you can add an Ibanez IFS2L external footswitch, making the pre-boost and 5-band parametric EQ foot-switchable.
Whether you're seeking simple tone shaping, a crunchy overdrive, or the most crushing distortion, the PTPRE Pentatone Preamp and Equalizer Pedal has got you covered. Experience the ultimate in sound control and versatility with this exceptional piece of audio equipment.