Victory Amplifiers V4 The Sheriff Preamp
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Victory Amplifiers
V4 The Sheriff Preamp
Product Info
Article Number:
446741
Brand:
Victory Amplifiers
Model:
V4 The Sheriff Preamp
Category:
Electric Guitar Preamps
Price:
$328.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The V4 Sheriff Preamp is a fantastic way to inject that iconic Victory sound into your rig. It nails the classic rock vibe, particularly reminiscent of the Sheriff 22 and 44 heads, and the compact format is a huge bonus for pedalboard users. It's ideal for guitarists chasing a high-end British amp tone without the full head commitment.
Product Description
- Victory Amplifiers V4 The Sheriff Preamp
- Preamp for Electric Guitar
- 2 Channels
- Can be used as preamp or pedal
- Classic Rock and modified "Plexi" sounds based on the Victory Amplifier Sheriff 22 & 44 amplifiers
- Full tube signal path with 1x EC900 and 3x CV4014 tubes
- Remote switchable via jack socket
- FX loop
- Controls: Vol 1
- Vol 2
- Master 1
- Master 2
- Bass
- Middle
- Treble
- Bright switch
- Effect on / off LED
- Channel footswitch
- Effect bypass
- Input: 6.3 mm jack
- Through: 6.3 mm jack
- FX Loop In & Out: 2x 6.3 mm jack
- Effect Output: 6.3 mm jack
- Power adapter connection (coaxial connection 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- negative polarity inside)
- Power consumption: 800 mA
- Powered by 12V DC power adapter (included)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 223 x 140 x 90 mm
- Weight: 1650 g
- Made in the U.K.
*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.
PROS
- • Full tube signal path delivers authentic, creamy Victory tone
- • Compact size makes it incredibly versatile for pedalboards
- • Remote switching adds serious gig-readiness and control
- • Sheriff voicing captures the signature crunch and warmth of the larger amps
CONS
- • Limited channel flexibility compared to multi-channel preamps
- • 800mA power draw might be a consideration for some power supplies
- • FX loop quality might not suit the most demanding studio users
Product Video
Key Features
Channels
2 (Clean/Crunch)
Preamp Type
All-Tube
EQ
3-band (Bass, Middle, Treble) + Bright Switch
Effects
FX Loop
Connections
Input, Through, FX Loop In/Out, Effect Output, 12V DC Power Adapter
Weight
1650 g
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Bright switch adds upper-midrange frequencies, enhancing clarity and aggression, particularly useful for cutting through a dense mix.
Yes, you can, but it will essentially be stacking preamps – expect a significant boost in gain and a coloration of the existing amp’s tone.
It uses a coaxial 5.5 x 2.1mm connector with negative polarity, which is fairly common but good to confirm if sourcing a replacement.
