Synergy Z Wreck Preamp
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Synergy
Z Wreck Preamp
Product Info
Article Number:
593819
Brand:
Synergy
Model:
Z Wreck Preamp
Category:
Electric Guitar Preamps
Price:
$438.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Synergy Z Wreck is a brilliant little box if you're chasing that classic Dr. Z amp vibe. It's remarkably faithful, offering a surprising amount of sonic character and responsiveness from a compact preamp module – perfect for home recording, silent practice, or adding a unique flavor to an existing amp setup.
Product Description
- Synergy Z Wreck Preamp
- Pre-Amp Module for Synergy System
- Based on the DR. Z - Z Wreck
- Specially developed by Dr Z and Synergy
- Integrated 0-watt power amplifier
- A phase inverter and a small transformer authentically capture the harmonics and dynamics of the Z Wreck power amp
- including the cut control
- which is part of the power amp section
- Tubes: 2 x 12AX7
- 2 Identical channels: Controls: Volume
- Bass
- Treble Cut & Master
- Switch: Speed/Comfort
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 17.8 x 14 x 3.8 cm
PROS
- • Authentic DR. Z Z Wreck tone in a compact, integrated module.
- • The 'Speed/Comfort' switch offers genuinely usable tonal variations.
- • Built-in 0-watt amp allows silent practice with surprising headroom.
- • Transformer and phase inverter convincingly recreate the Z Wreck's character.
CONS
- • Limited EQ controls; dialing in radical tones will be challenging.
- • The 0-watt amp is great for practice, but lacks real stage power.
- • Relatively compact size means limited internal space for future upgrades.
Key Features
Channels
2 Identical
Preamp Type
Tube (12AX7)
EQ
Bass, Treble, Cut
Effects
None (Direct Recording/Amp Simulation)
Connections
Speaker Emulated Output, Footswitch Input, Power Input
Weight
1.5 kg (approximate)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It captures the core harmonic signature and dynamic response remarkably well, though subtle nuances of the full-sized amp are naturally lost due to the smaller format.
Absolutely – it functions as a preamp, allowing you to inject the Z Wreck's tone into your existing amplifier or recording interface.
It’s a genuine feature offering distinct voicing options, subtly altering the gain structure and overall character – not just a volume adjustment.
