Catalinbread Airstrip Console Pre

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Catalinbread Airstrip Console Pre

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Airstrip Console Pre

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 609573
Model: Airstrip Console Pre
Price: $236.50

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The Airstrip Console Pre is a cool little box that delivers a genuinely warm, vintage console vibe. It's a great way to add some character to your amp, especially if you're into that classic rock or indie vibe. It’s a solid choice for players seeking a unique preamp without a huge investment.

Product Description

  • Catalinbread Airstrip Console Pre
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Console preamp based on the Trident A-Range console
  • providing everything from rich clean sounds to fuzz sounds
  • LED: Effect On
  • Footswitch: Effect bypass
  • Input: 6.3 mm jack
  • Output: 6.3 mm jack
  • Power supply connector: Barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm
  • centre negative
  • Power consumption: 20 mA
  • Power supply with a 9 V DC mains adapter (not included)
  • Suitable separately available power supply: Art. #409939# (not included)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 60 x 110 x 50 mm
  • Weight: 180 g
  • Made in USA

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported

PROS
  • • Warm, vintage console tone; surprisingly versatile for a preamp.
  • • Robust, all-metal enclosure feels built to last gigging.
  • • Provides a unique, characterful coloration beyond standard preamps.
  • • Compact size makes it ideal for pedalboard integration.
CONS
  • • Limited EQ controls; shaping the sound can be challenging.
  • • Requires a separate power supply, adding to the overall cost.
  • • High-gain settings can get a bit muddy with certain pickups.

Key Features

Channels 2 (Clean/Drive)
Preamp Type Trident A-Range Console Emulation
EQ Basic Presence control; limited frequency shaping.
Effects Provides harmonic saturation and subtle compression.
Connections 6.3mm Mono Input, 6.3mm Mono Output, 5.5x2.1mm DC Power Input
Weight 180g (0.4 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It captures the essence of a console preamp, offering a similar warmth and subtle compression, but without the complexity or maintenance of tubes. It’s a more convenient and affordable option.
It can get a bit muddy at higher gain settings with very hot pickups; dialing back the drive and adjusting your pickup balance will help maintain clarity.
It's more of a saturated drive, leaning towards a subtle overdrive rather than full-blown distortion. Think of it as a warm, compressed push rather than a screaming fuzz.

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