Catalinbread VariOboost Preamp pedal – £169 New

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.

About Catalinbread

We have new and used Catalinbread musical equipment available on our website for fast direct delivery from sellers across the UK & Europe.

Catalinbread is a respected boutique pedal maker from Portland, Oregon, known for creating hand-built effects that blend vintage soul with modern features. Their pedals are designed to inspire creativity, often drawing on classic amps and echo units for tonal inspiration. Favourites like the Belle Epoch delay and Formula 5 overdrive are praised for their warm, dynamic response. They are popular for players who want character, quality, and a touch of the unexpected in their sound.

Catalinbread Csidman Glitch/Stutter Delay Pedal

£204.25

Powerful Digital Delay: Built around a robust digital delay engine, this pedal provides precise control over Time, Feedback, and Mix for a versatile delay performance. Unique Glitch Effects: The additional Cuts and Latch knobs enable you to create and manipulate mesmerizing glitches and stutters, adding a unique texture to your sound. Inspiring Cre… read more

Catalinbread Topanga Classic Spring Reverb Pedal with Three Knob Controls (Purple)

£208.23

Features: Catalinbread gives you the classic three knob controls. It also includes a great discrete preamp that you can control via the Volume knob for a healthy amount of great clean boost when you want it Dwell Knob: The Dwell knob controls how much signal is going into and driving reverb springs Tone Knob: The Tone knob allows you to roll off ju… read more

Catalinbread SFX Tap Soft Focus Deluxe Tempo Pedal with TRS Jack, TS Jack and LED Indicator

£62.06

Dedicated Tap Tempo Footswitch: Catalinbread SFX Tap provides precise tempo control, replacing the Time knob for rhythmic time-based effects with seamless synchronization Dual 1/4-Inch Jacks: Features TRS and TS outputs for versatile connectivity, enhancing the Catalinbread Soft Focus Deluxe’s effect armature with expanded tap tempo functionality C… read more

Catalinbread Soft Focus Deluxe Multi-Effects Reverb Guitar Pedal with 6-Program Matrix and Multiple Shoegaze Textures and Soundscapes (Black)

£348.91

Better Than Ever: The Catalinbread Soft Focus Deluxe Multi-Effects Reverb Guitar Pedal installs the missing delay function from the original FX500 patch, giving you exacting control over every parameter across six different programs New Jack: Catalinbread has also upped the stakes with a multi-function jack capable of expression control or tap temp… read more

Catalinbread Topanga Classic Spring Reverb Pedal

£204.21

Three Knobs: Catalinbread gives you the classic three knob controls. It also includes a great discrete preamp that you can control via the Volume knob for a healthy amount of great clean boost when you want it Dwell Knob: The Dwell knob controls how much signal is going into and driving reverb springs Tone Knob: The Tone knob allows you to roll off… read more