Victory V4 The Copper Preamp Pedal

Name: Victory V4 The Copper Preamp Pedal
Brand: Victory
SKU: COPPERPEDAL
Availability: InStock

£249.00

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In its short history, Victory has become one of the UK’s leading guitar amplifier brands. Known for its portable lunchbox-style amp heads, the company entered the stompbox market in 2018 with its V4 series of preamp pedals – to much acclaim. Fast-forward a couple of years later, and Victory has bolstered its V4 lineup with ‘The Copper’ – based on the popular AC-style amplifier of the same name.

The V4 Design

Taking the sounds of its most popular amp head designs, Victory’s fully-analogue and valve-driven V4 stompboxes from can convincingly emulate the tones of their full-fledged counterparts. Powered by three CV4014 valves and a single EC900, that genuine tube amp feel and sound is precisely conveyed.

Boasting two channels and multiple controls for flexible tone-shaping, a Victory V4 preamp pedal can become the centrepiece of your guitar rig. Enclosed within compact steel chassis’, you can easily mount these potent-sounding powerhouses to your pedalboard so that your core amp tones are quite literally at your feet!

Addictive AC-Style Tones!

Victory’s ‘The Copper’ preamp pedal is just one of the several V4 models available, but this unit is unique for capturing the character of legendary AC-style amps from the past – with some extra hot-rodded flavour! Chiming EL84 cleans, expressive mid-gain sweetness and rich classic rock roar are packed into this pedal – for exceptional all-valve overdrive.

In a first for the V4 series too, the Copper has a treble boost circuit and tone control. These are perfect for tweaking your sound on-the-fly with, especially as the treble boost is footswitchable! The V4 preamp’s dedicated gain control has a wide sweep as well, making it easy to dial-in tones that span from skinny British ’60s pop jangle through to thick, bullish blues.

Flexible Controls

Much like the full-sized amp version of ‘The Copper’, the V4 preamp pedal features a similar control-set for excellent versatility. With a typical 3-band EQ section, the V4 Copper also boasts a ‘bass mode’ switch that allows you to tailor the low-end reponse. This means that if you’re using the pedal in conjunction with a muddy-sounding amplifier, you can tighten your sound via this thoughtful appointment.

Multiple Routing Possibilities

The most noteworthy aspect of the V4’s design is its ability to be used in two particular ways. The most simple method is to plug ‘The Copper’ directly into the front-end of your amp, much like a conventional overdrive unit. Victory refer to this as ‘Standalone Mode’.

While you can achieve great results that way, you can take full advantage of the pedal by routing it through your existing amplifiers’s effects loop. Bypassing your amp’s preamp stage, you can connect the unit straight to the power section via the effects loop return. Routed this way, when the pedal is disengaged you’re basically using your amp as normal, but when you turn the pedal on you bypass its preamp. This will give your amplifier an almost entirely new voice, character and feel – transforming the sound of your rig as a whole. This is referred to as ‘Amp Through Mode’. Here’s a more concise explanation of how this works:

Amp Through Mode utilises the effects loop of a guitar amp.
When the pedal is ON, you’re bypassing your amp’s front-end.
When the pedal is OFF, you’re plugged into your amp as normal.

Remote Switch

Another feature that is worthy of note is the Remote Switch input at the side of the chassis. This allows you to flick between the V4’s standard and treble boost channels with a device like a pedal switcher, via a TRS cable. You can also turn the unit on/off thanks to the Remote Switch functionality, meaning that you can almost fully control the Victory V4 Copper preamp with an external device.

Key Features

Treble Boost – Designed to be like a gain boost, this treble boost circuit helps to push the V4’s front-end to create creamy valve overdrive and sustain. Bypass (on/off) is switchable remotely too.
Bass Mode Switch – Perfect for tightening your sound. There are three positions, designed as a global setting to best match the V4 Pedal Preamp to your amp.
Two Independent Volumes – Set the output levels of each mode independently to taste.
3-Band EQ – Powerful bass, middle and treble controls. These also have a significant effect on the gain character and drive levels – just like in any valve guitar amp.
Protective Rail – Protection for the knobs when you’re stomping.
Connection Jacks – Clearly labelled so there is no confusion.
Power Inlet Jack – 12V DC, 800mA minimum. There are four valves, so they need plenty of current! Adapter supplied.

Specifications

Valves: 1 x EC900, 3 x CV4014
Features: Steel chassis, footswitchable treble boost, remote TRS switching option
Power: 12V DC / 800mA minimum, DC adapter supplied
Size: 225(w) x 140(h) x 79mm(d) inc. feet & knobs
Weight: 1.65kg (3.6lbs)

Ingredient Allergy Warning : Product may contain nuts.

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Weight	2 kg

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Victory

Victory Amplifiers are hand-built in the UK, designed for players who value tone, versatility, and craftsmanship. Known for their compact yet powerful amp heads and cabs, Victory blends boutique quality with real-world practicality. Models like the Kraken, Sheriff, and V4 series cover everything from crystal-clean tones to roaring high gain, all with exceptional clarity and dynamic response. Built to last and trusted by touring musicians, Victory delivers professional tone in a portable, road-ready format.

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EQ

While Ed Sheeran primarily relies on the natural sound of his acoustic guitar and vocals, he occasionally uses EQ (Equalization) to shape and enhance his tone during live performances or in the studio. EQ pedals or onboard preamps can allow him to adjust the frequency response of his guitar signal to suit the acoustics of different venues or to achieve specific tonal characteristics. Here’s how EQ might be utilized in Ed Sheeran’s setup:

1. **Tonal Shaping**: EQ can be used to adjust the balance of frequencies in the guitar signal, allowing Ed Sheeran to shape his tone to his liking. For example, he might boost the midrange frequencies to bring out the warmth and presence of his acoustic guitar, or cut certain frequencies to reduce any harshness or mud in the sound.

2. **Feedback Control**: In a live setting, EQ can help control feedback by notching out problematic frequencies that might cause the guitar signal to feed back through the amplification system. This can be particularly useful when performing in venues with challenging acoustics or high volume levels.

3. **Room Correction**: In situations where the venue’s acoustics are less than ideal, EQ can be used to compensate for any deficiencies in the sound. By adjusting the EQ settings, Ed Sheeran can tailor the guitar tone to sound more balanced and natural, regardless of the room’s acoustic properties.

4. **Matching Gear**: EQ can also be used to match the tone of Ed Sheeran’s guitar to the sound of other instruments or equipment in his setup. For example, he might adjust the EQ to complement the tonal characteristics of his vocal microphone or to blend seamlessly with backing tracks or other instruments.

Overall, while EQ may not be a central component of Ed Sheeran’s guitar effects setup, it can still play a valuable role in shaping his tone and ensuring that he achieves the desired sound in different performance environments. Whether used subtly for tonal shaping or more aggressively for feedback control, EQ allows Ed Sheeran to tailor his guitar tone to suit his musical vision and performance needs.

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.

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Overdrive

Like a golden layer of melted cheese — warm, gooey, and just put it all over. It adds just the right amount of richness and grit, turning a clean signal into something smooth and savoury. Designed to mimic the natural breakup of a tube amp pushed to its sweet spot, overdrive delivers the flavour of classic rock and blues in every bite. From creamy mid-gain warmth to crisp edge-of-breakup sparkle, it’s the comfort food of guitar tone — simple, satisfying, and endlessly versatile. Whether it’s a mild crunch or a full-bodied roar, overdrive is where good taste begins.

power supply

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.

Switcher

Switcher refers to a guitar pedal or pedalboard unit that allows multiple pedals or signal paths to be controlled from a single device. A switcher can turn several pedals on or off at once, change signal order, or recall preset combinations, helping players manage complex pedal setups cleanly and reliably, especially in live situations.