Electric guitars use magnetic pickups to convert string vibrations into an electrical signal, which is then amplified. Unlike acoustic guitars, they rely on amplification for volume and tone shaping, making them highly versatile in genres like rock, blues, jazz, and metal. Electric guitars come in many body styles—solid, semi-hollow, and hollow—and feature different pickup configurations, neck types, and hardware. From smooth clean tones to aggressive distortion, they offer a wide sonic range, making them the backbone of modern guitar music.
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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DOD, which stands for “David Oreste Di Francesco” and “Overdrive Distortion,” is a sister brand to DigiTech and has a long history of producing analog effects pedals. DOD pedals are celebrated for their simplicity, robust construction, and classic tones that appeal to traditionalists and modern players alike.
Popular DOD pedals include:
- DOD 250 Overdrive Preamp: This pedal is a classic, known for its simple yet effective design that delivers a wide range of overdrive tones, from mild boost to full-on distortion. It’s prized for its transparency and dynamic response.
- Rubberneck Analog Delay: The Rubberneck combines vintage analog delay tones with modern features like tap tempo, modulation, and adjustable feedback, offering a blend of old-school charm and contemporary functionality.
- Phasor 201: The Phasor 201 is celebrated for its warm, vintage phase-shifting effects, providing a smooth, musical modulation that enhances both clean and overdriven tones.
Both DigiTech and DOD have made significant contributions to the world of guitar effects, with their pedals being used by countless musicians across different genres. DigiTech is often preferred for its digital innovation and versatility, while DOD is cherished for its analog warmth and straightforward design.
£215.00
50th Anniversary Limited Edition Hand-built in the USA! The most versatile and expressive 250 in history Instant collector’s item Includes a limited-edition 50th Anniversary custom laser-etched aluminum pedal topper with hex wrench
£24.81
There are three output ports. Maximum amplification gain is 60dB. The adjustment range of treble, mid-range and bass is ±15dB. The mic preamplifier supports common condenser and dynamic microphones. With a ow-cut switch. Signal attenuation below 80HZ improves speech intelligibility and reduces microphone pops. With an overload indicator light. The …
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£15.98
【Versatile Output Options】The phono preamp features three ports for output, enabling independent or mixed outputs of microphone and music. The mixed output port allows direct headphone connection, ensuring flexibility and convenience for varied audio needs. 【Adaptable Interface Design】This is equipped with a 3.5mm interface, compatible with electre…
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£75.80
【MM/MC Phono Preamp】converts the phono signal into a line level signal, low noise integrated circuits and high quality components ensure clear sound 【Small and Durable】Full metal case can effectively avoid shaking and interference, matte frosted black design without excess decoration, simple and beautiful 【Adjustable Volume】With volume control, hig…
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£95.65 £92.00
Based on original DOD 250 circuit design with updated components and functionality True Bypass and new crisp blue LED status indicator Lighter aluminum chassis Modern 9V DC power supply input New yellow metallic flake paint with flat black bottom
