The Source Audio ZIO Analog Front End + Boost is a versatile all-analog preamp/boost pedal designed to enhance your guitar’s tone. The name “ZIO” stands for Impedance (Z), Input (I), and Output (O), reflecting its core function of managing and improving signal quality.
Key Features:
Four Preamp Circuits: The ZIO offers four distinct preamp circuits, each providing up to +20dB of boost:
JFET: Transparent signal boost with zero coloring or distortion.
LOW-CUT: Reduces “tubby” bottom-end for a tighter sound with added headroom.
STUDIO: Inspired by the “Pultec Trick,” it adds clarity by cutting muddy frequencies and enhancing mid-range articulation.
E-PLEX: Captures the subtle grit of vintage Echoplex Tape Delay preamps.
Tone Toggle: Three levels of capacitance to brighten or darken your tone, simulating different cable lengths.
High Fidelity: Utilizes Burr-Brown op amps for extreme clarity and responsive pick dynamics.
Versatile Placement: Can be used at various points in your signal chain to shape tone, boost volume, or drive long cable runs.
The ZIO is designed to make everything sound better, whether used as a clean boost, tone sweetener, or buffer
The Source Audio ZIO Analog Bass Preamp + DI is a versatile and powerful all-analog preamp designed specifically for bass guitar. This pedal offers a range of features to enhance your bass tone and provide flexibility in various playing situations.
Key Features:
Ultra-Low Noise: The ZIO is engineered to deliver a clean and noise-free signal, ensuring your bass tone remains pristine.
Four Preamp Circuits: The pedal includes four distinct preamp circuits, each offering unique tonal characteristics:
JFET: Provides a transparent signal boost without coloring your tone.
LOW-CUT: Reduces low-mid frequencies to tighten up the bottom end and add headroom.
STUDIO: Inspired by the “Pultec Trick,” this circuit enhances clarity by cutting muddy frequencies and boosting mid-range articulation.
E-PLEX: Emulates the subtle grit of vintage Echoplex Tape Delay preamps.
Tone Controls: The ZIO features intuitive tone controls, including BASS, FOCUS, and TREBLE knobs, allowing you to sculpt your sound with precision.
GRIT Toggle: Adds a natural overdrive to your tone, simulating the breakup of a vintage tube amp.
SCOOP Toggle: Engages an EQ curve to enhance clarity by cutting low-mid frequencies and boosting upper midrange.
Balanced XLR Output: The pedal includes a balanced XLR output with ground lift, making it ideal for direct recording or live performance.
High-Quality Components: Utilizes Burr-Brown op-amps for impressive headroom and dynamic response.
The ZIO Analog Bass Preamp + DI is designed to be the first and final step in elevating your bass tone, whether you’re playing live or recording in the studio
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