Sadowsky SBP-1
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Sadowsky
SBP-1 - Bass Preamp / DI
Product Info
Article Number:
520640
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
SBP-1 - Bass Preamp / DI
Category:
Bass Pedals
Price:
$152.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Sadowsky SBP-1 is a fantastic little box for bassists wanting that signature Sadowsky sound and a clean DI signal. It’s perfect for players needing a boost and a direct output, especially those already familiar with Sadowsky’s bass design and wanting to emulate that tone. It’s a no-fuss, high-quality solution for stage or studio.
Product Description
- Sadowsky SBP-1 - Bass Preamp / DI
- Bass Preamp / EQ / DI Box Effect Pedal
- Offers the same high-quality electronics that are used in Sadowsky basses
- EQ section only works as a bass and treble boost
- Switchable mute for the instrument
- DI output to connect the pedal directly to the PA or a mixing console
- Bass +18 dB boost at 40 Hz
- Treble +18 dB boost at 4 kHz
- True Bypass
- Controls: Volume
- Treble
- Bass
- Ground Lift switch
- Bypass footswitch (On / Off)
- Mute switch
- Status LEDs
- Input and output: 6.3 mm mono jack
- Tuner output: 6.3 mm jack
- DI output: XLR
- Power supply via 9 V battery or 9 V DC power supply unit (2.1 x 5.5 mm barrel connector
- center negative
- battery and power supply unit not included)
- Power consumption: 11 mA
- Metal housing
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 106 x 107 x 61 mm
- Weight: approx. 780 g
PROS
- • Sadowsky's signature preamp tone delivers a focused, articulate low-end.
- • Robust metal housing feels incredibly solid and durable for gigging.
- • DI output provides a clean, balanced signal directly to the PA system.
- • True bypass ensures signal integrity when the pedal is disengaged.
CONS
- • EQ section is limited to bass and treble boosts, lacking broader tonal shaping.
- • Power supply not included, adding to the overall investment.
- • Compact size can be a challenge for players with larger feet or crowded pedalboards.
Product Video
Key Features
Effect Type
Bass Preamp / EQ / DI Box
Controls
Volume, Bass (+18 dB @ 40 Hz), Treble (+18 dB @ 4 kHz), Ground Lift Switch, Mute Switch
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
9V Battery or 9V DC Power Supply (2.1 x 5.5mm, center negative)
Connections
6.3mm Mono Jack (Input/Output), 6.3mm Jack (Tuner Output), XLR (DI Output)
Dimensions
106 x 107 x 61 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
While clean, the SBP-1’s DI isn't quite as transparent as a boutique DI – it retains a touch of the Sadowsky preamp's character, which some will appreciate.
Absolutely! It's designed to enhance *any* bass, though the Sadowsky tonal signature will be most noticeable with basses having a similar voicing.
The mute switch is a hard mute – it completely cuts the instrument signal, preventing any unwanted noise or feedback during tuning.
