Audio Kitchen ‘Fake Plastic Trees’ Preamp Pedal

Guitar FX

Guitar FX (effects) refer to the wide range of pedals and processors that shape and manipulate a guitar’s signal to create different sounds. From classic distortion and overdrive to reverb, delay, modulation, and pitch-shifting, effects are at the heart of a guitarist’s creative toolkit. Whether analogue or digital, stompbox or multi-effects unit, Guitar FX allow players to express mood, texture, and dynamics in unique ways. Used thoughtfully, they can transform a simple riff into something atmospheric, aggressive, or entirely otherworldly.

pedal

A pedal is a compact device that guitarists use to alter their instrument’s sound by shaping effects such as distortion, delay, reverb, and modulation. Typically housed in a rugged enclosure and controlled by footswitches, pedals are designed to be placed on the floor for hands-free operation during playing. They can be analogue or digital, true bypass or buffered, and come in countless varieties to suit different styles and preferences. Pedals are essential tools for creating signature tones and adding colour and texture to a guitarist’s sound.

Preamp

A preamp (preamplifier) is the first stage in your guitar signal chain that takes the weak signal from your guitar and boosts it to a usable level for shaping tone and driving the power amp.

It’s where much of your tone is formed—controlling gain, EQ, and character. In valve (tube) amps, the preamp stage is what gives you that classic warmth and breakup when pushed. In modern rigs, standalone preamp pedals or rack units can mimic classic amp tones or create entirely new ones. Whether in a studio or live setup, a good preamp is the heart of your sound.

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Fosi Audio BOX X1 Phono Preamp for MM Turntables with 3.5MM Headphone and RCA Output, Mini Phono Preamplifier with Power Switch for Phonograph/Record Player, DC 12V Power Adapter Included

£35.99

✅Hassle-Free Playback – The BOX X1 is an ultra-low noise phono preamp that seamlessly converts phono signals into line-level signals, featuring a grounding post for optimal turntable protection. ✅Exceptional Audio Quality – Equipped with a high-quality DC12V power supply, this MM phono preamplifier offers reliable and stable performance, delivering… read more

Behringer PP400 Ultra-Compact Phono Preamp for Turntables with RCA and TRS Outputs

£15.90

Turntable Signal Boost: Enhances turntable signals for clear playback through mixers or home stereo systems. Low-Noise Operation: Delivers clean, high-fidelity sound with minimal noise for authentic vinyl listening. Versatile Connectivity: Features stereo RCA inputs and outputs, plus a ¼" TRS output for flexible connections. Compact and Portable: U… read more

SONICAKE Bass Pedal Overdrive Analog Preamp Compression Effects Pedal and 3-Band EQ via Pre/Post Selection with XLR Output B Factory

£53.99 £50.99

Analog Preamp, comp and Overdrive bass effect pedal Classic optical compressing sound, 3-band EQ with PRE/POST selection for enhancing and shaping your bass tone High impedance input and XLR balanced output Special Design Buffer Bypass Circuit Keeps the Sound Pristine Working with 9V Center Negative Regular Pedal Power Supply(not included)

JOYO American Sound Amp Simulator Pedal of Fd 57 Deluxe Amplifier from Clean to Overdrive Sound for Electric Guitar Effect – Bypass (JF-14)

£30.99

JOYO American Sound guitar effect pedal reproduces the sound of Fd 57 Deluxe amp, performs great sound from clean to driven and everywhere in between which can simulate lots of amplifiers. Level and Drive controls add incredible range, with it's full 3 band EQ and voice knob you can easily dial in any tone you can think of. Adjust for shaping EQ an… read more

SONICAKE Passive Volume Pedal Mini Expression Guitar Effect Pedal 2 in 1 Vexpress

£42.00 £35.99

Passive Volume Control/Expression Control 2 functions in 1 Pedal. Automatically Detect the Functionality (Volume or EXP Control). Working with Guiar, Bass, Keyboard, Synthesizer, Workstation, Controller, etc. Working without Battery or Pedal Power Supply. Lightweight & Comact Design for easily Taking it Anywhere.