Tubesteader Magnezium Preamp/Overdrive
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Tubesteader
Magnezium Preamp/Overdrive
Product Info
Article Number:
615281
Brand:
Tubesteader
Model:
Magnezium Preamp/Overdrive
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$504.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Tubesteader Magnezium is a clever little box. It nails the core sounds of classic American and British amps without needing a full stack. It's a fantastic solution for players wanting a versatile, high-quality overdrive in a compact format, especially good for recording or players who like amp-in-a-box solutions.
Product Description
- Tubesteader Magnezium Preamp/Overdrive
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Two-channel preamp
- Inspired by the sound of the ‘Magna’ Super 59 amp
- Features two completely independent channels: Low Gain with a US tweed sound and High Gain with a British stack sound
- Suitable for direct connection to a power amp
- cab sim or in front of an amp
- Controls channel 1: Volume
- Treble
- Bass
- Gain
- Controls channel 2: Volume
- Treble
- Bass
- Gain
- Mini switch for hi/low output
- LED: Effect On
- Channel
- Footswitch: Effect Bypass
- Channel
- True bypass
- Input and output: 6.3 m jack
- Power supply connector: Barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- centre negative
- Power consumption: 500 mA
- Power supply via 12 V DC power supply (included)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 145 x 120 x 70 mm
- Weight: 800 g
- Handmade in Canada
*Note:* No battery operation possible.
PROS
- • Magnesium enclosure offers excellent shielding and a reassuring heft.
- • Dual channels provide surprising tonal flexibility, from tweed warmth to British aggression.
- • True bypass preserves your signal integrity when the effect is off.
- • Handmade construction suggests quality components and meticulous attention to detail.
CONS
- • The size (145x120x70mm) can be a squeeze on smaller pedalboards.
- • Limited EQ control compared to some multi-band distortion pedals.
- • The 'British stack' channel might be a bit too saturated for cleaner tones.
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
Preamp/Overdrive with dual channel design, emulating vintage amp tones.
Controls
Volume, Treble, Mid, Bass, Gain (per channel), Hi/Low Output switch.
Bypass Type
True bypass for transparent signal when inactive.
Power Supply
12V DC power supply (included), 500mA power consumption.
Connections
6.3mm mono jack (input/output), Barrel connector (power).
Dimensions
145 x 120 x 70 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'Hi' setting boosts the output signal, adding more drive and saturation, while 'Low' provides a more manageable, cleaner signal.
While designed for guitar, the Magnezium can work well with bass, especially the Low Gain channel, but you'll want to experiment with EQ settings.
The Magnezium offers a unique blend of US and UK tones in a single unit, whereas the others focus on more specific amp emulations; it's more versatile but lacks the extreme accuracy of those competitors.
