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L.R. Baggs Para DI Acoustic Pre-Amp with 5-band EQ – New L.R. Baggs Preamp Guitar Effect Pedal

£279.00

The Para DI from L.R. Baggs is a studio quality direct box engineered to bring out the best in any pickup.

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The L.R. Baggs Para DI Acoustic Pre-Amp with 5-band EQ is in New condition and made by L.R. Baggs , it is a great Preamp Guitar Effect Pedal- The Para DI from L.R. Baggs is a studio quality direct box engineered to bring out the best in any pickup. . Available from Just Pedals for only £ 279 The Para DI preamp features a five-band equalizer with tunable notch and midrange controls adjustable gain and phase inversion. A big advantage the Para DI has over conventional equalizers is the proprietary Quasi-Passive EQ circuitry which is totally transparent and allows control over instrument voicing without sacrificing tonal purity. The five-band EQ controls include treble presence and bass controls along with sweepable mid EQ and a tunable notch filter designed to help with feedback problems. The notch control can also be used as an EQ knob and has the capability to clarify a boomy or muddy tone. Slight boosts will give a thin-sounding guitar more body and acoustic sound octave range. The presence control effects hissing sounds cymbal sizzle and brightness. It provides a cut to remove PA horn glare or a boost to add life to a dull speaker. To accommodate a wide range of pickups the Para DI has 24 dB of adjustable gain for optimum performance and the lowest noise with a variety of input sources including low output pickups. The phase inversion switch for increases control over feedback. The Para DIs useful battery status LED light and an effects loop jack to provide a send-return on a stereo jack for outboard effects that allow you to blend reverb chorus or other effects in with a dry signal. For further information about the L.R. Baggs Para DI acoustic preamp please download the product manual PDF file from the link below. Press Reviews “The L.R. Baggs Para Acoustic D.I. provides excellent tonal control as well as sound quality enhancement for any acoustic guitar setup… The Para Acoustic D.I. provided a well-balanced spectrum of tone without any added distortion or hiss. It was extremely studio-quality clean”. Musicplayer.com May 2007 Features/Specifications Power Supply: 9V Battery or 30-48V Phantom Power (Not included). External battery compartment. Battery Life: Approx 200 hours Weight: Approx 0.5 kg Size: 5.6″ x 3.6″ x 1.9″ Input/Output Impedence: High input impedence 10 megohms/600ohms Gain: Adjustable from 4dB to 24dB Casing: Durable heavy duty steel

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About L.R. Baggs

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L.R. Baggs is a prominent manufacturer specializing in acoustic amplification solutions, particularly known for their acoustic guitar pickups and preamps. Established in the 1970s by Lloyd Baggs, the company has since become synonymous with high-quality, transparent sound reinforcement for acoustic instruments. L.R. Baggs’ pickups and preamps are designed to faithfully capture the natural tone of acoustic guitars, mandolins, violins, and other stringed instruments, ensuring clarity and warmth in both live and studio settings.

One of L.R. Baggs’ most popular products is the Anthem pickup system, which combines an under-saddle pickup with a microphone to achieve a balanced and natural sound. The Venue DI preamp is another standout offering, providing comprehensive tone shaping and feedback suppression capabilities for acoustic performers. With a focus on innovation and craftsmanship, L.R. Baggs continues to be a trusted choice for musicians seeking reliable and sonically superior amplification solutions for their acoustic instruments.

Guitar Effect Pedal

A guitar pedal, also known as an effects pedal, is a device used by guitarists to alter the sound of their instrument in various ways. These pedals are typically small, foot-operated units that are connected in a signal chain between the guitar and the amplifier. They can modify the guitar’s tone, pitch, and dynamics by applying different effects such as distortion, reverb, delay, chorus, and more. Guitar pedals come in both analog and digital formats, and they allow musicians to create a wide range of sounds, enhancing their musical expression and creativity. They are essential tools for guitarists in genres ranging from rock and blues to jazz and electronic music.

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Preamp

A preamp, short for preamplifier, is an electronic device used to amplify weak signals from guitars, microphones, or other audio sources before they are sent to a power amplifier or recording device. Preamps serve several important functions in audio systems:

1. **Signal Boosting**: The primary function of a preamp is to increase the level of weak signals to line level, which is the standard level used in audio equipment. This boost ensures that the signal remains strong and clear throughout the audio chain, minimizing noise and distortion.

2. **Tone Shaping**: Many preamps feature tone controls such as EQ (equalization) knobs or switches, which allow users to adjust the frequency response of the signal. This can include boosting or cutting specific frequencies to tailor the tone to the desired sound.

3. **Impedance Matching**: Preamps often include input and output impedance controls to match the impedance of the source device (e.g., a guitar pickup) with the impedance of the connected equipment (e.g., an amplifier or mixer). Proper impedance matching ensures optimal signal transfer and prevents signal degradation.

4. **Coloration and Character**: Some preamps are designed to impart a specific sonic character or coloration to the signal, adding warmth, richness, or saturation. This can be achieved through the use of vacuum tubes, transformers, or other analog components known for their unique sonic characteristics.

5. **Gain Staging**: Preamps play a crucial role in gain staging, which involves managing the levels of audio signals at each stage of the signal chain to optimize signal-to-noise ratio and prevent distortion. By adjusting the gain or volume controls on the preamp, users can control the overall level of the signal before it reaches subsequent stages of processing or amplification.

6. **Phantom Power**: Many preamps provide phantom power, which is required to power condenser microphones and certain active DI (direct input) boxes. Phantom power is typically supplied at +48 volts and is transmitted through the microphone cable to power the microphone or DI box.

Preamps are commonly found in a variety of audio equipment, including guitar amplifiers, mixing consoles, recording interfaces, and standalone preamp units. They are essential for ensuring clean, clear, and balanced audio signals in both live sound reinforcement and studio recording applications. Additionally, dedicated guitar preamps are available as standalone units or built into amplifiers, offering guitarists additional control over their tone and signal chain.

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