The Radial PZ-Pre Acoustic Instrument Preamp is a powerful acoustic instrument preamplifier with a powerful EQ and feedback control section and loads of connectivity options giving you complete control over your rig.
The Radial PZ-Pre is a powerful acoustic instrument preamplifier. The magic lies in the combination of high performance 100% discrete class-A PZB piezo boosters, an ultra-quiet preamp circuit that will adapt to any pickup system and a host of connectivity options that will put you in total control. The PZ-Pre is equipped with two inputs for quick instrument changes on stage, or, for blending two pickups together. Powerful semi-parametric EQ and feedback eliminating controls allow the user to fine-tune their sound while eliminating troublesome frequencies. Offering both pre and post EQ direct box outputs, the PZ-Pre can be used send a dry signal to the house and performer tailored sound to monitors.
Radial PZ-Pre Acoustic Instrument Preamp Features
- Two channels to switch between instruments
- Notch & resonance filters eliminate feedback
- Pre & Post Radial DI outputs for PA and monitors
- Power booster and mute for more control on stage
- Quick efficient instrument change-over
- Works with upright bass, violin, mandolin...
- Works with active or passive pickups
- Blend the sound from two pickups together
- Studio quality preamp in a pedal
- Puts you in control of your instrument's tone
- No Amp? Go direct with balanced XLR outputs
- Works with virtually any instrument
Radial PZ-Pre Acoustic Instrument Preamp Applications
- Using two acoustic guitars on stage - The Radial PZ-Pre is the perfect stage partner for switching between two acoustics. You can have one for backup, alternate tuning or switch from 6-string to 12-string with ease.
- Using upright and electric acoustic - Switch between contrabass and electric or acoustic bass with a simple foot stomp! The Radial PZ-Pre's input is easily optimized to work with finicky piezo pickups for a deeper, more natural tone.
- Using the PZ-Pre on violin and mandolin - Using the Radial PZ-Pre with a piezo transducer will give you more gain before feedback than a microphone. You will be surprised at how good a piezo can sound when connected to a Radial ToneBone PZ-Pre!
Radial ToneBone PZ-Pre Acoustic Instrument Preamp Specifications
- Circuit Type: Proprietary active circuit
- Standard Input Impedance: 6.8k Ohm at input jack ('PZB' switch out)
- Input With PZB Switch In Impedance: 10meg Ohm at input jack
- Output Impedance: 1k Ohm
- Low Cut Roll-off:
- Position 1: 75Hz
- Position 2: 2:220Hz
- Notch Freq. Range: 56Hz to 330Hz
- Notch Q:
- Setting 1: -8dB
- Setting 2: -15dB
- EQ:
- Low: Shelving, +/- 12dB @ 75Hz
- Mid: Parametric, +/- 12dB @ 82Hz to 5.6kHz
- High: Shelving, +/- 12dB @ 7.5kHz
- Boost Level: 12dB
- Effects Send & Receive: -10dB
- FX Loop Impedance:
- Send: 1k Ohm
- Receive: 15k Ohm
- Polarity: 180° switch (absolute phase reversal)
- Connections:
- Input-1: ¼" unbalanced
- Input-2: ¼" unbalanced
- Insert Send/Receive: ¼" unbalanced
- Amp Output: ¼"unbalanced, Hi-Z, 1k Ohm
- Tuner Output: ¼"unbalanced, Hi-Z, 6.8k Ohm
- Pre-EQ Output: XLR balanced mic level 600 Ohms
- Post-EQ Output: XLR balanced mic level 600 Ohms
- Footswitches: (Three) Mute, Boost, Toggle 1-2, Heavy-duty high-cycle switches
- LED Indicators: Large 3mm OD ultra-bright LED indicators for mute, boost, Ch-1 & Ch-2 toggle status
- Construction: 14 guage steel, baked enamel finish
- Size: 8"w x 4 ¼"d x 2"h (205 x 110 x 51mm)
- Weight: 2.7lbs (1.2kg)
Radial PZ-Pre Acoustic Instrument Preamp Includes
- Radial PZ-Pre Acoustic Instrument Preamp
- User Guide
- Manufacturer Warranty
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