Tubesteader EGGNOG Vintage Clean Tube Preamp Pedal

£279.00

The Eggnog is a single-channel tube overdrive and preamp pedal going back to the small, yellow-patterned combination amplifiers made in Fullerton in the 1950s. Eggnog is based around a 12AX7 tube running at high voltage (250VDC) to accurately capture the feel and breakup characteristics of a low-powered Tweed, the preamp circuitry can transform any clean […]


Description

The Eggnog is a single-channel tube overdrive and preamp pedal going back to the small, yellow-patterned combination amplifiers made in Fullerton in the 1950s.

Eggnog is based around a 12AX7 tube running at high voltage (250VDC) to accurately capture the feel and breakup characteristics of a low-powered Tweed, the preamp circuitry can transform any clean amplifier into a raspy box of vintage Fender tonal bliss.

Key Features

  • MOSFET Gain Stage – The tube is pushed by an always-on MOSFET gain stage, giving your guitar a helping hand in nudging it towards the spongy, saggy, character we know and love in those old amps once they’re breaking a sweat.
  • Eggnog Boost – By stepping on the second footswitch activates the Boost level knob, giving you control over how hard the tube is being pushed.

The Eggnog also has ample output level on tap to feed a power section directly. You can bypass your amp’s front end via an FX Loop return, or give a healthy signal to any modern IR cab sims.

Specifications

  • Input Impedance: 1M
  • Output Impedance: < 10K
  • Vacuum tubes: 12AX7 (ECC83)
  • Power requirements: 12VDC / 350mA
  • Power connector: Barrel 2.1mm, center negative.
  • Enclosure: Die-cast aluminium
  • Size: 4.7″ x 2.6″ x 3.15″ (121mm x 66mm x 80mm)
  • Weight: 1 lb (450gr.)

Brand

Tubesteader

Category

Tubesteader

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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.

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