Tone King Imperial Tube Preamp Pedal

£615.00

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This is a real tasty reverb. A solid midi and reverb it stands out amongst other Guitar Pedals on the menu. Tone King make great Guitar Pedals, so If you like midi then this Tone King Imperial Tube Preamp Pedal is the perfect reverb to order in. Read More details Below.


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This is a real tasty reverb. A solid midi and reverb that stands out amongst other Guitar Pedals on the menu. Tone King make great Guitar Pedals, so If you like midi, then a Tone King Imperial Tube Preamp Pedal is the perfect reverb to order in. The Tone King Imperial Preamp Pedal brings the heart of the Imperial MKII straight to your pedalboard delivering genuine high-voltage tube tone in a compact format. Powered by three 12AX7 tubes and built around the exact preamp and phase inverter circuitry of the full-sized amp it offers blooming harmonics touch response and dynamic feel that simply cant be faked. Whether youre chasing 60s American clean chime or British-flavoured rock grit the two-channel layout gives you a huge range of classic tones with simple intuitive control. With onboard stereo spring reverb and stereo tremolo (each assignable per channel) the Imperial Preamp becomes a complete vintage-style amp front end. Modern features take it even further including low-latency IR cabinet simulation software-editable power amp simulation and extensive MIDI functionality for storing and recalling presets. Balanced XLR outputs effects loop integration and USB connectivity make it ideal for studio recording silent practice and live rigs alike. Whether youre expanding your existing amplifier or building a powerful direct-to-desk setup this pedal captures the unmistakable feel of a real Tone King tube amp.

Brand

Tone King

Tone King create premium, vintage-inspired amplifiers and attenuation gear known for their rich valve character and classic American voicing. Their amps capture the sparkle, warmth, and touch sensitivity of old-school combos, while modern features like built-in Ironman attenuation let players achieve cranked-amp tones at any volume. With exceptional craftsmanship and a timeless sound, Tone King products are a favourite for players who want boutique quality and an authentic vintage feel on stage, at home, or in the studio.

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Tone King

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Guitar Effects Pedals

Guitar Pedals

Your pedal is like a signature dish for your sound — a flavour-packed creation that transforms the bland ingredients of your guitar into something unforgettable. Each one adds its own seasoning, texture, and heat, turning a simple meal into a feast of tone.

These tasty little boxes sit in a row, like plates on a buffet, letting you mix and match flavours as you play. With one tap of your foot, you can swap sweet for spicy, subtle for smoky, and serve up something completely new. From the comfort food of warm overdrive to the fiery kick of fuzz, from smooth jazz sauce to heavy-metal spice, pedals give players a full menu of options to express their taste.  And just like with food, once you’ve tried one dish, you’ll want to sample them all.

Collecting, trading, and discovering new flavours soon becomes part of the joy of being a tone-loving gourmet geek with a guitar.

MIDI

MIDI pedals use the Musical Instrument Digital Interface standard to communicate with other guitar pedals, effects units, and hardware. They allow control over presets, parameters, and switching across multiple devices from a single controller. MIDI integration makes it possible to build complex, synchronised pedal setups while keeping control simple and consistent.

Preamp

A preamp pedal shapes and boosts your guitar’s signal before it reaches your amp or recording interface, giving you control over tone, gain, and headroom. It acts as the first stage of amplification, adding warmth, clarity, and character while preparing your signal for the next part of the chain. Some preamps emulate the response of classic valve circuits, while others offer clean, transparent tone shaping ideal for acoustic instruments or direct recording setups.

Used on its own, a preamp pedal can serve as the foundation of your tone, providing a consistent core sound wherever you play. When combined with other effects, it enhances dynamics and helps each pedal sound more defined and natural. Whether you’re looking to push your amp harder, bring life to a dull signal, or refine your sound for the studio, a good preamp pedal adds presence, punch, and musicality to any rig.

Reverb

A reverb pedal is like the rich sauce that ties every flavour on the plate into one smooth experience. It adds depth, warmth, and atmosphere — the sonic equivalent of a perfectly reduced glaze that lingers on the tongue. Whether you’re after the subtle ambience of a cosy café (spring or plate reverb) or the grand echoes of a cathedral (hall or shimmer reverb), this is where your tone breathes and expands. A touch of reverb can turn a dry sound into something lush and inviting — but pour on too much, and it’s all you can taste. Used with finesse, it’s the finishing touch that transforms your tone from plain to unforgettable.

Tremolo

A tremolo pedal modulates the volume of your guitar signal up and down in a rhythmic pattern, creating a pulsing or wavering effect that can sound vintage and hypnotic or sharp and choppy depending on the settings. It’s one of the oldest effects in guitar history, famously used on classic amps from the 1950s and ’60s.

Most tremolo pedals let you control the speed, depth, and wave shape, allowing you to go from smooth, subtle swells to intense stuttering tones. It’s a simple but expressive effect that adds movement and character to your sound.