Genzler Magellan Preamp DI Pedal
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Genzler
Magellan Preamp DI Pedal
Product Info
Article Number:
561397
Brand:
Genzler
Model:
Magellan Preamp DI Pedal
Category:
Bass Preamps
Price:
$383.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Genzler Magellan DI delivers the core sound of their renowned amps in a convenient pedal format. It's a great option for gigging bassists needing a high-quality DI and tonal flexibility, especially those who appreciate a warm, punchy, and defined low-end—think Motown or modern funk.
Product Description
- Genzler Magellan Preamp DI Pedal
- Effect Pedal for Electric Bass
- Fully analogue preamp pedal
- 3 Band EQ with selectable mids
- Two foot-switchable contour circuits
- Brings the sound and versatility of the Magellan series into a small pedal format
- Lightweight aluminium housing
- Controls: Input Volume
- Highpass Filter
- Master Volume
- Contour (Curve A and B)
- Equalizer (Bass
- Mid-Freq
- Treble)
- Push buttons: EQ Source (Pre
- Post)
- Ground Lift
- LED: A/B
- Mute
- Active
- Footswitch: Contour
- Mute
- Connections: Direct out (Balanced XLR)
- Headphones (6.3 mm jack)
- Preamp out (6.3 mm jack)
- AUX input (6.3 mm jack)
- Input (6.3 mm jack).
- Mains adapter connection: Hollow female plug 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- Power supply with a 9-18 V DC mains adapter (not included
- suitable mains adapter: art. #409939#)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 152 x 110 x 63 mm
- Weight: 500 g
*Note:* Battery operation is not supported
PROS
- • Solid aluminum housing feels robust and well-built for gigging.
- • The selectable Contour circuits offer genuinely distinct tonal shaping options.
- • Excellent balanced XLR DI output provides a clean, professional signal.
- • Flexible EQ with mid-frequency selection allows precise tonal sculpting.
CONS
- • Lack of MIDI control limits programmability and preset recall.
- • Headphone output lacks volume control, potentially too loud for some.
- • Requires a separate power supply, adding to overall cost and clutter.
Product Video
Key Features
Channels
2 (A/B Contour)
Preamp Type
Fully Analogue
EQ Bands
3
DI Output
Balanced XLR & Unbalanced 6.3mm
Effects
Contour Shaping (A/B)
Weight
Approximately 2.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Contour circuits offer subtle tonal shaping, not aggressive distortion; they add harmonic richness and warmth, akin to a preamp's character rather than a drive effect.
Yes, the 'Post' EQ setting allows you to shape the tone *after* your amplifier’s EQ, providing additional refinement.
While it *can* work, the lack of volume control means you'll need headphones with a very wide impedance range and careful level management to avoid distortion.
