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Best Synergy Electric Guitar Preamps 2026

Premium Synergy electric guitar preamps - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Tone Shaping For Professional Setup For Recording For Custom Rigs For Signal Processing For Studio Use
BRANDS: Synergy Kemper Neural DSP IK Multimedia Line6 Mooer Foxgear
Synergy DRECT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Synergy DRECT

by Synergy
Recording Custom Rigs Professional Setup
Key Feature:
• Great for recording applications
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile tone control
  • • Great for recording applications
✗ CONS
  • • Higher total system cost
  • • Learning curve for optimization

Synergy DRECTModular Tube PreamplifierExchangeable All-Tube Pre-Amp Module for Synergy AmplifiersA tribute to the...

⭐ 5.0/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 590531
$472
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Synergy BMAN Pre-Amp - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Synergy BMAN Pre-Amp

by Synergy
Recording Studio Use Tone Shaping
Key Feature:
• Essential for custom amp rigs
✓ PROS
  • • Great for recording applications
  • • High-quality signal processing
✗ CONS
  • • Higher total system cost
  • • More complex than combo solutions

Synergy BMAN Pre-AmpPreamp Module for Synergy SystemAll-tubeBased on THE classic American 4x 10" tweed comboTwo...

⭐ 4.8/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 428023
$461
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Synergy OS Pre-Amp - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Synergy OS Pre-Amp

by Synergy
Custom Rigs Recording Studio Use
Key Feature:
• Essential for custom amp rigs
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile tone control
  • • Essential for custom amp rigs
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for optimization
  • • Requires separate power amplification

Synergy OS Pre-AmpPre-Amp Module for Synergy SystemBased on the Dumble Overdrive Special - one of the most coveted...

⭐ 4.8/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 470241
$468
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Synergy Peavey 6505 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Synergy Peavey 6505

by Synergy
Tone Shaping Studio Use Recording
Key Feature:
• Versatile tone control
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for custom amp rigs
  • • High-quality signal processing
✗ CONS
  • • More complex than combo solutions
  • • Learning curve for optimization

Synergy Peavey 6505Interchangeable preamp module for Synergy amplifiersBased on Crunch and Lead Channel of the...

⭐ 4.8/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 564289
$439
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Synergy SYN-1 Preamp - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Synergy SYN-1 Preamp

by Synergy
Custom Rigs Recording Studio Use
Key Feature:
• High-quality signal processing
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for custom amp rigs
  • • High-quality signal processing
✗ CONS
  • • Requires separate power amplification
  • • Higher total system cost

Synergy SYN-1 preampTabletop preamplifierSlot for a module1x 12AX7 tubeFX loopXLR DI outputModules can be swapped...

⭐ 4.9/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 427956
$655
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Synergy Morgan AC - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Synergy Morgan AC

by Synergy
Signal Processing Recording Professional Setup
Key Feature:
• Great for recording applications
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for custom amp rigs
  • • Versatile tone control
✗ CONS
  • • Additional connections required
  • • More complex than combo solutions

Synergy Morgan ACModule for Synergy SystemDeveloped by Joe Morgan2 ChannelsTubes: 2x 12AX73-Band EQSeparate gain and...

⭐ 4.6/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 428057
$417
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Synergy SLO II Preamp LTD Purple - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Synergy SLO II Preamp LTD Purple

by Synergy
Custom Rigs Recording Signal Processing
Key Feature:
• Great for recording applications
✓ PROS
  • • High-quality signal processing
  • • Professional guitar tone shaping
✗ CONS
  • • Requires separate power amplification
  • • Learning curve for optimization

Synergy SLO II Preamp LTD PurplePre-Amp Module for Synergy SystemLimited edition with purple anodised front...

⭐ 4.7/5 (33 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 600407
$604
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Synergy Engl Powerball - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Synergy Engl Powerball

by Synergy
Signal Processing Tone Shaping Custom Rigs
Key Feature:
• High-quality signal processing
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for custom amp rigs
  • • Professional guitar tone shaping
✗ CONS
  • • Additional connections required
  • • Learning curve for optimization

Synergy Engl PowerballModule for Synergy SystemAll tubeDesigned by Horst Langer and Engl AmplificationThe blue channel...

⭐ 4.8/5 (38 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 488134
$439
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Synergy Fryette Deliverance - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Synergy Fryette Deliverance

by Synergy
Signal Processing Recording Tone Shaping
Key Feature:
• High-quality signal processing
✓ PROS
  • • Great for recording applications
  • • High-quality signal processing
✗ CONS
  • • More complex than combo solutions
  • • Additional connections required

Synergy Fryette DeliveranceModule for Synergy SystemAll tubeDesigned by Steven Fryette2 ChannelsFull range of...

⭐ 5.0/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 497254
$472
Buy at Thomann View Details
Synergy SLO II Preamp - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Synergy SLO II Preamp

by Synergy
Tone Shaping Signal Processing Recording
Key Feature:
• Essential for custom amp rigs
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile tone control
  • • Essential for custom amp rigs
✗ CONS
  • • Requires separate power amplification
  • • Additional connections required

Synergy SLO II PreampPre-Amp Module for Synergy SystemInterchangeable preamp module with two tubesBased on the Soldano...

⭐ 4.5/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 597968
$439
Buy at Thomann View Details
Synergy Z Wreck Preamp - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Synergy Z Wreck Preamp

by Synergy
Recording Studio Use Tone Shaping
Key Feature:
• High-quality signal processing
✓ PROS
  • • Great for recording applications
  • • Essential for custom amp rigs
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for optimization
  • • Additional connections required

Synergy Z Wreck PreampPre-Amp Module for Synergy SystemBased on the DR. Z - Z WreckSpecially developed by Dr Z and...

⭐ 4.8/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 593819
$439
Buy at Thomann View Details
Synergy Plexi - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Synergy Plexi

by Synergy
Tone Shaping Signal Processing Professional Setup
Key Feature:
• Great for recording applications
✓ PROS
  • • High-quality signal processing
  • • Essential for custom amp rigs
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for optimization
  • • Requires separate power amplification

Synergy Plexi, Module for Synergy System, 2 Channels, Tubes: 2x 12AX7, 3-Band EQ, Separate gain and volume control

⭐ 4.8/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 428029
$472
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Synergy IICP - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Synergy IICP

by Synergy
Tone Shaping Professional Setup Studio Use
Key Feature:
• Great for recording applications
✓ PROS
  • • Professional guitar tone shaping
  • • Great for recording applications
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for optimization
  • • Additional connections required

Synergy IICPPreamplifier Module for Synergy AmplifierAll tubeSpecially designed by Steven FryetteBased on the original...

⭐ 4.9/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 529888
$488
Buy at Thomann View Details
Synergy 800 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Synergy 800

by Synergy
Professional Setup Recording Custom Rigs
Key Feature:
• Essential for custom amp rigs
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for custom amp rigs
  • • Versatile tone control
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for optimization
  • • Higher total system cost

Synergy 800All-tube preamplifier moduleFor Synergy Amplifier SystemBased on the sound of the British Master Volume...

⭐ 4.6/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 595442
$439
Buy at Thomann View Details
Synergy Tone King Imperial MKII Preamp - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Synergy Tone King Imperial MKII Preamp

by Synergy
Recording Studio Use Signal Processing
Key Feature:
• Professional guitar tone shaping
✓ PROS
  • • Professional guitar tone shaping
  • • Essential for custom amp rigs
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for optimization
  • • Higher total system cost

Synergy Tone King Imperial MKII PreampInterchangeable Tube Preamp Module for Synergy Amplifiers2 channelsSynergy Zero...

⭐ 4.5/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 617480
$472
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Electric Guitar Preamps

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced electric guitar preamps typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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