tc electronic Dual Wreck Preamp

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tc electronic Dual Wreck Preamp

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Dual Wreck Preamp

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 569699
Model: Dual Wreck Preamp
Price: $121.00

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The Dual Wreck is a surprisingly effective little box for anyone chasing that Dual Rectifier vibe without the massive amp. It’s got a great feel and is easy to dial in, but keep in mind it's really geared toward heavier tones – don't expect sparkling cleans from this one.

Product Description

  • tc electronic Dual Wreck Preamp
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Ampworx Series
  • Preamp
  • Two-channel guitar preamp pedal that faithfully recreates the sound of a Dual Rectifier tube amp.
  • For Heavy Rock
  • Classic Shred and 90s Metal sounds
  • Independent channel controller settings
  • Foot-switchable boost (pre/post)
  • Official Celestion Cab Sim IR
  • Separate outputs for DI and headphones
  • Controls: Gain
  • Tight
  • Level
  • Bass
  • Treble
  • Presence
  • Switch: Boost Pre/Post
  • LED: Boost
  • Channel
  • Foot switch: Boost
  • Channel
  • Input and output: 6.3 mm jack
  • DI output with Cab Sim: 6.3 mm jack
  • Headphone output with Cab Sim: 3.5 mm stereo jack
  • Power supply connection: barrel plug 5.5 x 2.1 mm
  • centre negative
  • Power consumption: 300 mA
  • Power supply with a 9 V DC mains adapter (not included in the scope of delivery
  • suitable power supply unit: Art.#409939#)
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 11.3 x 5.1 x 13.6 cm
  • Weight: 0.53kg

*Note:* No baterry operation possible

PROS
  • • Excellent Dual Rectifier emulation, surprisingly accurate for the price.
  • • Independent channel control allows for nuanced tone shaping.
  • • Integrated Celestion IR cab simulation delivers realistic amp-in-a-box sound.
  • • Compact size makes it pedalboard-friendly for most setups.
CONS
  • • Plastic enclosure feels less robust than higher-end preamp pedals.
  • • Limited tonal versatility beyond high-gain rock and metal sounds.
  • • Headphone output lacks volume control, requiring external adjustment.

Product Video

Key Features

Effect Type Guitar Preamp
Controls Gain, Tight, Level, Bass, Mid, Treble, Presence, Boost Pre/Post
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC barrel plug (5.5 x 2.1mm, center negative), 300mA
Connections 6.3mm Input/Output, 6.3mm DI Output (with Cab Sim), 3.5mm Headphone Output (with Cab Sim), USB, Power Supply Connection
Dimensions 145mm x 101mm x 45mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s a very good approximation, capturing the general character, but lacks the subtle nuances and dynamic response of a physical speaker.
It works best with a clean or slightly overdriven amp, providing a significant gain boost and shaping the tone, but it will be most convincing with a neutral base amp.
No, the USB connection is primarily for power and diagnostics, not for tone editing or software updates.

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