Peavey Decade Preamp Pedal
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Peavey
Decade Preamp Pedal
Product Info
Article Number:
620292
Brand:
Peavey
Model:
Decade Preamp Pedal
Category:
Guitar Effects
Price:
$218.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Peavey Decade pedal is a surprisingly accurate recreation of a classic amp’s preamp section. It's a great option for players chasing that raw, saturated Peavey sound – especially if you're into Queens of the Stone Age-style tones or need a gritty boost. Just be prepared to spend some time dialing in the EQ.
Product Description
- Peavey Decade Preamp Pedal
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Preamp
- Faithful reproduction of the Peavey Decade circuit from 1980
- known as the ‘secret sound weapon’ of Queens of the Stone Age and others
- All controls and the design reflect the original amp
- Switchable saturation channel for more gain and fuzz-like distortion
- Pre- and post-gain controls for flexible gain structure and a wide sound palette
- 3-band EQ with bass
- mid and treble controls for precise sound shaping
- Internal voltage boost to 24 V for high headroom and dynamics
- Hard bypass with anti-click switching for silent switching
- Buffered output with line-level support for versatile signal paths
- Works equally well with amps or in direct setups
- Controls: Pre
- Post
- High
- Footswitch: Bypass On/Off
- Saturation On/Off
- Robust die-cast housing with high-quality components
- Power supply via 9 V mains adapter or 9 V battery (not included)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 920 x 122 x 570 mm
- Weight: 0.4 kg
PROS
- • Faithful recreation captures the raw, aggressive Peavey Decade amp vibe.
- • Saturation channel delivers a surprisingly thick, usable fuzz-like character.
- • Voltage boost adds headroom and dynamic response, improving clean clarity.
- • Buffered output handles long cable runs and direct recording effectively.
CONS
- • EQ can be a bit unruly; requires careful tweaking to avoid harshness.
- • Build quality, while decent, doesn't feel as robust as higher-end pedals.
- • Limited versatility; best suited for rock, stoner, and heavier tones.
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Key Features
Effect Type
Preamp/Distortion
Controls
Pre Gain, Post Gain, Low EQ, Mid EQ, High EQ, Saturation Switch
Bypass Type
True Bypass with Anti-Click Switching
Power Supply
9V DC Power Adapter (Negative Center Polarity - not included)
Connections
Input, Output, 24V Boost Switch
Dimensions
4.75” x 4.5” x 2.5”
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Frequently Asked Questions
The pedal captures the core preamp character, but lacks the power amp’s nuances; it’s a more compact and versatile way to get the Decade sound.
No, it's more of a heavily overdriven preamp tone; it’s thick and harmonically rich, but retains the fundamental character of the Decade circuit.
While technically possible, it's not ideal; the Decade’s aggressive nature is better suited for electric guitars and bass to impart a characteristic drive and edge.
