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Catalinbread CB-Range Discrete Console Airstrip Preamplifier with Treble Filter (Black)

  • mfr: Airstrip Console Pre
  • SKU: AIRSTRIPCONSOLE
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Product highlights

  • Stompbox-sized console preamp
  • Discrete op-amp based on a vintage UREI design
  • Tasteful treble filter sets the luminosity of the pre
  • Capable of every gain sound imaginable
  • Gentle treble filter
  • Volume button keeps Trim and Push controls at minimum setting
  • Knob controls the amount of gain from the preamp itself

Catalinbread CB-Range Discrete Console Airstrip Preamplifier with Treble Filter (Black)

The Catalinbread Airstrip Preamplifier in Black encapsulates the iconic sounds of Lou Reed and the experimental tones of Frank Zappa into a compact stompbox-size preamp and even with some extras. Capable of producing every conceivable gain sound, from smooth, 'mastered'-like cleans to chaotic, collapsing fuzz, the Airstrip effectively brings a mixing desk onto your pedalboard in a more user-friendly format.
Equipped with Push Button
This is the point at which the Airstrip transitions from a subtle enhancer to a massive wall of fuzz with a simple adjustment. Push controls the gain of a discrete op-amp, drawing from an old UREI design, which overloads the front end of the console preamp. At its lowest setting, the op-amp maintains unity gain and does not influence the preamp's function. Increasing the knob creates a strong interaction with the Trim control. When both knobs are turned to their highest settings, the sound morphs into a thick fuzz that ducks between notes, creating an intriguing cool swell effect. You can experiment by adjusting this knob while keeping Trim low for a different type of distortion.
Volume Knob for Clean Boost
By maintaining both Trim and Push controls at their lowest positions and turning this knob up, you can achieve an impressive and very loud clean boost with a specific tonal profile, making your guitar sound almost pre-mastered instantly.
Mild Treble Filter
The Tone control offers a mild treble filter, reducing treble at its lowest setting and introducing a bright top end at its highest.
Trim Knob
This trim knob adjusts the gain of the preamp itself. It can adjust a variable resistance within the circuit.
Power Supply
The Airstrip is compatible with a center-negative DC power source ranging from 9 to 24 volts. Providing a higher voltage will enhance headroom, volume, and clarity.

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