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Radial Tonebone PZ-Pre Acoustic Preamp

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Features

  • Combination PZ booster and preamp
  • Two inputs: two instruments or blend/mix
  • Parametric EQ and notch filter
  • Four outputs: amp, tuner and two DI outs
  • Includes power supply

Description

The Radial Tonebone PZ-Pre is the most powerful acoustic preamplifier ever to be put inside a pedal. And not only just acoustic guitar; this baby will enhance the perfomance of ANY acoustic instrument including banjo, violin, cello, mandolin, contrabass, bouzouki or lute. The magic of the PZ-Pre lies in the combination of high performance 100% discrete class-A piezo boosters, an ultra-quiet preamp circuitry that will adapt to any pickup system and a host of connectivity options that put you in control of any situation. The PZ-Pre features two inputs for quick instrument changes on stage, a powerful yet warm sounding semi-parametric EQ to tailor your sound, plus a host of feedback eliminating controls including: a dual-Q notch filter to surgically remove feedback points, a high-pass filter to cut low frequency resonance and a phase reverse switch to optimize the acoustic environment on stage. The PZ-Pre is equipped with three separate outputs: a " on-stage instrument amp out, a balanced XLR pre-EQ direct out for the house mix and a balanced XLR post EQ out for stage monitors or in-ears. A dedicated tuner out with mute switch is provided for quiet on-stage tuning as well as an effects loop and power booster to add sizzle and dynamics to the performance! Compact and easy to use, the Radial PZ-Pre packs in all of the features you need to take your acoustic instrument from home to studio and club to concert. WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm -

Brand: Radial Engineering


Color: Black


Compatible Devices: Guitar


Item Weight: 1 Pounds


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Compatible Devices: Guitar


Number of Bands: 3


Power Source: Corded Electric


Output Channel Quantity: 2


Amplifier Type: Solid State


Connector Type: XLR


Color: Black


Item Weight: 1 Pounds


Brand: Radial Engineering


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Global Trade Identification Number: 02


UPC: 676101037902


Manufacturer: Radial Engineering


Model Number: PZ-PRE


Mfr Part Number: PZ-Pre


Unit Count: 1.00 Count


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Too noisy for me.
I wanted to like this but ultimately returned it. I use Radial DI's and had high expectations for such a fully featured product from the brand. The PZ-Pre pedal comes very tightly packed. It almost felt like there was too much packing pressure on the pots as I unboxed everything. Out of the box the first thing I noticed was the action of the pots, some had perfectly smooth motion, some had rough patches. I'm not sure if this is Radial factory QC or if that tight packaging beat them up in transit. I should note that the packaging was in perfect condition and the pedal itself looked 100%. Regardless, the deal breaker for me was the noise floor. I was shocked by how noisy the PZ-Pre was. This was somewhat evident in the boost pot, somewhat evident in the volume pot, and very prominent in the eq pots. The treble pot is basically a mild hiss generator, you'll have to dial it down from unity just to quiet it down. I did some basic troubleshooting and found the noise floor issue persisted even without an input, with or without the ground lifted, and with or without any of the other toggles selected. I'm not sure if I had a bad unit or what but I won't be trying a replacement. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 16, 2016 by ggkyghk7t66

  • Great Pre acoustic Pre amp
used this for my very first pedal board set up and it has never given me any problems. It just takes time to get familiar with all the features
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 9, 2020 by Paul

  • Great box
The Radial Tonebone is a great preamp- with 2 channels and separate volume and boost control. It sounds great, too. I'm using it with a dobro with fishman Nashville pickup, and banjo with EMG banjo pickup. They sound great and very natural with this box.
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 20, 2020 by R in Arcata

  • Recommended.
An awesome piece of electronics; enhances my sound just like I like. From time to time I get buzzing from the device and it's difficult to troubleshoot, but overall it's great. Just need separate EQs for the 2 channels and it would be even more valuable.
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 11, 2015 by Will Ridenour

  • Radial Engineering Tonebone PZ Pre
The Radial Engineering Tonebone PZ Pre: Acoustic guitar pream/direct box is definitely one of the best pieces of equipment I have purchased!!!! This thing has put my sound and tone on a whole other level. The effects loop is perfect, chrystal clear, no signal noise at all. Very easy to use and change settings/dial in the exact sound & tone that will separate you from the rest. I recommend this product to anyone on the market for an acoustic guitar direct box. Radial Tonebone PZ-Pre Acoustic Preamp ... show more
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 21, 2012 by B P Andrews

  • Excellent pre-amp for acoustic steel string
Excellent pre-amp for acoustic guitar. Eliminates feedback and has straight forward EQ controls for tweaking your tone. I mostly use it for DI recording with a Taylor 810CE and a few effects in the fx loop. Does the job and does it well.
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 3, 2016 by Nick Schipano

  • Banjo - Kavanjo
My banjo has never sounded better. I use it with a Kavanjo [...] pickup and the low cut feature has resolved all my feedback issues and the tone is excellent.
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 12, 2016 by Eric LaMalfa

  • Everything it was touted to be. A must for ...
Everything it was touted to be. A must for any live performing acoustic guitarist. The industry standard that will eliminate all sound, tone and feedback issue you have experienced without one. Simply a must in your rig!
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 17, 2015 by Richard R. Robertson

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