Benson Amps Preamp

Benson Amps Preamp

Experience the legendary tone of a Benson Chimera 30 watt amplifier captured in a pedal format, available at Palen Music.com. The Benson Preamp pedal brilliantly replicates the core circuit of the Chimera, substituting FET transistors for vacuum tubes to achieve an exceptionally amp-like response. This results in a remarkably versatile pedal capable of delivering everything from pristine clean boosts and classic overdrive to even musical fuzz tones. It adds rich, complex harmonics and a beautifully musical EQ to your signal chain, truly delivering the spirit of a Chimera in a box. This pedal is incredibly dynamic and reacts wonderfully to your guitar's volume and picking attack, making it an indispensable tool for shaping your sound.

Highlights

• Circuit design based on the Benson Chimera 30 watt amp.
• Utilizes FET transistors for authentic amp-like feel.
• Functions as a versatile clean boost, overdrive, and fuzz.
• Imparts rich harmonics and musical EQ.
• Highly dynamic and responsive to playing.

Specifications

• Type: Preamp/Overdrive/Fuzz Pedal
• Bypass: True Bypass
• Power: Standard 9V DC negative tip power supply (not included)
• Current Draw: Low current draw (specific mA varies slightly, but generally low)
• Controls: Gain, Volume, Treble, Bass
• Input/Output: Standard 1/4" instrument jacks
• Construction: Durable metal enclosure

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