Benson Amps Preamp Pedal | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Benson Amps Preamp Pedal delivers authentic amplifier character in a versatile pedal format, featuring circuitry based on their acclaimed Chimera 30-watt guitar amplifier with FET transistors substituting for vacuum tubes. This innovative design creates an extremely amp-like clean boost, overdrive, and fuzz pedal that imparts rich harmonics and musical EQ to your signal chain—truly a Chimera in a box. Perfect for players seeking authentic tube amplifier character, boutique build quality, and the versatile tonal range that spans pristine clean boost through saturated fuzz textures.
Product Overview
The Benson Preamp represents the innovative approach of translating their renowned Chimera amplifier circuitry into pedal format while maintaining the essential character and musical qualities that define Benson's amplifier designs. By substituting FET transistors for vacuum tubes, this pedal captures the dynamic response, harmonic content, and tonal characteristics of the original amplifier in a compact, reliable format that integrates seamlessly into any pedalboard configuration.
The circuit's amp-like behavior provides exceptional versatility spanning clean boost applications through rich overdrive textures and into saturated fuzz territory. This remarkable range makes the Preamp equally valuable as a clean signal enhancer, tube amp pusher, or primary drive source depending on gain settings and musical requirements. The musical EQ characteristics ensure that the pedal enhances rather than colors your fundamental guitar tone.
The straightforward control layout features Gain, Volume, Treble, and Bass controls that provide comprehensive tonal shaping while maintaining the intuitive operation expected from quality boutique effects. These controls interact naturally and musically, allowing players to dial in everything from subtle enhancement to dramatic transformation while preserving the essential character that makes Benson amplifiers so desirable among discerning guitarists.
Ideal For
- Players seeking authentic tube amplifier character and response in pedal format
- Musicians who appreciate boutique build quality and innovative circuit design from respected amplifier manufacturers
- Guitarists requiring versatile drive pedals spanning clean boost through fuzz applications
- Studio players needing consistent amplifier-like tone without microphone setup complexity
- Boutique effects enthusiasts who value musical EQ and rich harmonic content in their drive pedals
Key Features
Chimera Amplifier Circuit Heritage
Based on the acclaimed Benson Chimera 30-watt amplifier circuit with FET transistors substituting for vacuum tubes, delivering authentic amp-like character and response in convenient pedal format.
Versatile Gain Range
Extremely amp-like performance spans clean boost applications through rich overdrive textures and into saturated fuzz territory, providing comprehensive drive options in a single pedal.
Musical EQ Characteristics
Rich harmonics and musical EQ enhance your signal chain without imposing artificial coloration, ensuring the pedal complements rather than masks your fundamental guitar tone.
Boutique Build Quality
Handcrafted construction with premium components reflects Benson's commitment to quality and reliability, ensuring long-term performance and sonic integrity.
Intuitive Control Layout
Gain, Volume, Treble, and Bass controls provide comprehensive tonal shaping with natural, musical interaction that allows easy dialing of desired textures.
What's Included
- Benson Amps Preamp Pedal
- Owner's manual and documentation
- Benson Amps limited warranty
- 9V DC power supply or battery sold separately
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | FET-Based Preamp/Drive Pedal |
| Circuit | Based on Benson Chimera 30W Amplifier |
| Applications | Clean Boost, Overdrive, Fuzz |
| Controls | Gain, Volume, Treble, Bass |
| Power | 9V DC Boss-Style Adapter or Battery |
| Current Draw | 50mA |
| Bypass | True Bypass |
| Construction | Boutique Handcrafted Quality |
| Features | Amp-Like Response, Rich Harmonics, Musical EQ |
| Origin | Benson Amps Innovative Design |
| Compatibility | Standard Pedalboard Integration |
| Warranty | Benson Amps Limited Warranty |
Get Your Hands on This Boutique Preamp Pedal Today
Experience the authentic amplifier character and exceptional versatility of the Benson Amps Preamp Pedal at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. This innovative pedal proves that true amp-like response and musical character can be captured in pedal format while maintaining the boutique quality and reliability that Benson is known for. Visit our showroom to discover why this preamp has become essential for players seeking authentic tube amplifier character in their pedalboard setup.
