Peavey Bandit Supreme Teal Preamp

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Peavey Bandit Supreme Teal Preamp

Peavey

Bandit Supreme Teal Preamp

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Product Info

Article Number: 620295
Brand: Peavey
Model: Bandit Supreme Teal Preamp
Price: $218.90

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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.

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