Peavey Bandit Supreme Teal Preamp
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Peavey
Bandit Supreme Teal Preamp
Product Info
Article Number:
620295
Brand:
Peavey
Model:
Bandit Supreme Teal Preamp
Category:
Guitar Effects
Price:
$218.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This little teal box nails the classic Peavey Bandit lead sound – think soaring solos and that signature TransTube grit. It's a fantastic option for players wanting a dedicated high-gain channel without the bulk of a full amp. Ideal for rock, metal, and hard-hitting blues players looking for a focused, affordable boost.
Product Description
- Peavey Bandit Supreme Teal Preamp
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Preamp
- Faithful reproduction of the Bandit 112 / Supreme 160 lead channel
- Peavey's analogue TransTube circuit for real amp sound
- Internal bipolar 18 V supply via 9 V power supply unit or battery
- Pre- and post-gain for flexible gain staging and saturation
- Gain boost switch for additional distortion and pressure
- Mid-shift switch for adjusting the mid-range frequencies
- Active 3-band EQ with bottom
- body and edge controls
- ±15 dB boost/cut per EQ band for targeted sound shaping
- Hard-bypass with silent anti-click switch
- Controls: Supersat
- Post
- Bottom
- Body
- Edge
- Switch: Gain
- Shift
- Footswitch: On/Off
- Can be used before amps or directly into the interface
- Robust die-cast housing with high-quality components
- Operates via standard 9 V power supply or 9 V battery (neither included)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 920 x 122 x 570 mm
- Weight: 0.4 kg
PROS
- • TransTube circuitry delivers authentic, responsive lead tone reminiscent of vintage Peaveys
- • Flexible gain staging with pre/post gain allows for nuanced distortion shaping
- • Active EQ provides precise tonal control, cutting through dense mixes effectively
- • Robust die-cast housing ensures durability for gigging and studio use
CONS
- • Limited versatility outside of high-gain lead tones; not a full-range preamp
- • Internal power supply requires a 9V DC adapter; battery operation is a temporary option
- • Mid-shift can be a bit aggressive, requiring careful EQ adjustments
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Key Features
Effect Type
Guitar Preamp
Controls
Supersat, Post, Bottom, Body, Edge, Gain, Shift, On/Off Footswitch
Bypass Type
Hard-bypass with silent anti-click switch
Power Supply
9V DC power supply unit or 9V battery (not included)
Connections
Input, Output, DC Power Jack
Dimensions
Approximately 4.75” x 2.75” x 1.75” (based on similar Peavey models)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Gain Boost significantly increases the preamp's output, adding a more saturated, aggressive distortion layer on top of the existing gain stage.
While possible, its primary purpose is high-gain; the inherent coloration might not be ideal for a pristine clean boost, but a subtle clean lift is achievable with careful EQ adjustments.
It's significantly quieter than a standard bypass, minimizing clicks, but a very faint transient might still be audible in extremely quiet environments – a noticeable improvement, nonetheless.
