Catalinbread Formula 5F6 Electric Guitar Effects (New Look)
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Discover the Catalinbread Formula 5F6, a pedal inspired by the classic tweed Bassman amplifiers of the late 1950s. It delivers authentic amp response at any volume and enhances the performance of your entire pedalboard. Perfect for players looking for vintage tone, touch-sensitive response, and compatibility with all styles of music.
Vintage Bassman Tone
Recreates the iconic tweed Bassman sound with two 6L6 output tubes and a 4-10-inch speaker simulation. Adds classic warmth and dynamic response to any clean amp without needing to crank your amp.
Master Volume Control
The Volume knob adjusts the pedal’s output. Lower Gain settings require higher Volume for optimal clean and edge-of-breakup tones. Provides authentic Bassman feel at realistic gig volumes.
Gain Control
The Gain knob emulates the 'Bright Volume' of the original Bassman. Low settings yield sparkly clean tones, medium settings produce touch-sensitive overdrive, and high settings deliver thick, overdriven tones.
Tone Stack (Treble, Middle, Bass)
Reproduces the original Bassman tone circuit for full control over your sound. Adjusting the midrange boosts focus and density while Treble and Bass shape brightness and depth. Flexible for clean, crunch, or full overdrive tones.
Presence Trimpot
Fine-tunes high-frequency content to match your guitar, amp, and preferences. Factory set for general use but adjustable for brighter attack or smoother tones.
Mode Switch
Switch between Stock Bassman mode and Secret Lead mode. Stock mode offers classic low-gain tones, while Secret Lead increases gain and brightens the tone stack for a modern American-style overdrive.
Flexible Power Options
Supports 9–18V negative tip DC power supplies. Higher voltage provides more headroom and attack, while lower voltage gives softer, more saturated tones. Compatible with 'starved' voltage for a browner, vintage sound.
| Type | Overdrive Pedal |
| Amp Style | Tweed Bassman |
| Controls | Volume, Gain, Treble, Middle, Bass |
| Additional Controls | Presence Trimpot, Mode Switch (Stock/Secret Lead) |
| Power | 9–18V DC, negative tip |
| Connectivity | 1/4in input and output |
| Compatible With | Any electric guitar and clean or overdriven amps |
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How do I return an item?
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Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
You will receive a full refund when you return an item in its original manufacturer’s packaging, undamaged and unmarked. If the item you are returning is priced at less than $35, you will be charged a 15% restocking fee. Please note you will not be refunded any shipping charges.
How many days do I have to make a return?
How many days do I have to make a return?
You have 30 days to make a return. During the holiday season, from November 1 to December 31, we extend the return window to 60 days.
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
If your order has been noticeably damaged in transit, we strongly recommend that you refuse delivery and notify us immediately. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be made within 48 hours of delivery. If there is carrier damage, please contact support@focuscamera.com with your order number and a description of the damage.
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
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Can I exchange an item?
Can I exchange an item?
We do not currently offer exchanges. Please return the item you purchased within 30 days and order what you’d like instead.
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If you ordered a kit, you must return all components and accessories to receive a full refund.
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
If you ordered a product that included a free item, you must include the free item with your return. If not, your return will not be accepted and you will not receive a full refund.
Do you offer repairs?
Do you offer repairs?
We currently only offer camera repairs at our Brooklyn store. The item must be dropped off and collected in person as we do not accept shipped items for repair. For more information, please call our Brooklyn store on 1.718.431.7900.
What is your return policy?
What is your return policy?
Most items can be returned within 30 days for a full refund. Click here to read our full return policy.
