JHS Pedals Colour Box V2 Preamp / EQ

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JHS Pedals Colour Box V2 Preamp / EQ

JHS Pedals

Colour Box V2 Preamp / EQ

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 479409
Model: Colour Box V2 Preamp / EQ
Price: $548.90

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The Colour Box V2 is a seriously impressive piece of gear. It nails that classic Neve preamp vibe, giving your guitar, bass, or even vocals a huge dose of vintage warmth and character. Perfect for players seeking a versatile DI box with powerful EQ and a range of tonal options, especially those working in home studios or needing a high-quality front-end for live performance.

Product Description

  • JHS Pedals Colour Box V2 Preamp/EQ
  • Preamp/EQ DI Box
  • For all instruments and microphones
  • Sound and character of a Vintage Neve Studio console
  • 2 Serial gain stages
  • Suitable for electric guitar
  • acoustic guitar
  • bass
  • keyboard
  • vocals
  • as well as other instruments
  • Advanced EQ section with +/- 17 dB cut/boost in each band
  • Can transfer 48 V phantom power to condenser microphones
  • Buffered bypass
  • Controls for: Master
  • Pre-Vol
  • Step
  • Hi Pass
  • Treble
  • Middle
  • Bass
  • Treble Shift
  • Mid Shift
  • Bass Shift
  • Hi-pass toggle switch activates the high-pass section
  • Hi/Lo toggle switch selects between Clean Mode (lower gain) or Distorted Mode (higher gain)
  • INST/XLR switch selects the input source
  • Pad switch (-20 dB) for the XLR input
  • Bypass footswitch
  • Status LED
  • XLR/TRS (6.3 mm) Combo input
  • XLR Output
  • 6.3 mm Mono jack output
  • Operates via 9V DC power supply with 2.1 x 5.5 mm coaxial power connector
  • negative polarity (-) inside (not included
  • must be ordered separately)
  • Power consumption: 193 mA
  • Metal housing
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 120 x 110 x 60 mm
  • Weight: 480 g

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.

*Note:* Register your product at https://shop.warwick.de/en/warrantyregistration to extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Neve-inspired preamp delivers warm, creamy vintage console tone
  • • Flexible EQ section offers precise shaping of frequency response
  • • Phantom power support expands mic input versatility significantly
  • • Buffered bypass maintains signal integrity, avoids tone suck
CONS
  • • Size is substantial, not ideal for very compact pedalboards
  • • High gain mode can be overly aggressive for subtle coloration
  • • Price places it at the higher end of preamp/EQ pedal options

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Key Features

Effect Type Preamp/EQ/DI
Controls Master, Pre-Vol, Step, Hi Pass, Treble, Middle, Bass, Treble Shift, Mid Shift, Bass Shift, Hi/Lo, INST/XLR, Pad
Bypass Type Buffered
Power Supply 9V DC, 200mA (center negative)
Connections XLR/TRS Combo Input, XLR Output, 6.3 mm (1/4 in) Output
Dimensions 11.5 in x 4 in x 2.5 in

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Step control introduces a subtle, stepped gain boost, adding harmonic richness and perceived loudness without harsh distortion – think of it as a gentle saturation.
Yes, the phantom power toggle allows you to power condenser mics, but be sure to disengage it when using ribbon mics to prevent potential damage.
Treble Shift provides a more nuanced adjustment, subtly altering the upper harmonics and adding air or a darker edge to the high frequencies, unlike a simple boost or cut.

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