Laney Digbeth DB-PRE Bass Guitar Pre-Amplifier Pedal – FET & Tube Signal Paths

The Laney Digbeth DB-PRE is a versatile bass guitar pre-amplifier pedal designed to provide complete control over your bass tone. With both FET and TUBE signal paths and extensive tone-shaping capabilities, the DB-PRE serves as a standalone preamp or as part of any existing bass rig. Perfect for the modern bass player, the DB-PRE offers total tonal control, from deep lows to sharp mids, ensuring your sound is always suited to the gig. Whether you’re cutting through the mix in a live band situation or crafting your perfect bass tone at home, the DB-PRE delivers.

Key Features

• 2 Channels: Switch between FET and TUBE signal paths with a blend switch.
• 3-Band EQ: Tailor your sound with low, mid, and high-frequency controls.
• Tilt ‘EQ Seesaw’ Function: Boost mid-to-high frequencies for clarity or dial in a rounder, bass-heavy sound.
• Low Mid Frequency Control: Switchable frequencies for precise tonal adjustments.
• DI Out with Pre/Post Source Select: Easily send your signal to a mixer or PA.
• Ground Lift: Eliminate unwanted hum from your rig.
• FX Loop: Insert time-based effects post-preamp for enhanced sound sculpting.
• AUX Input: Stream backing tracks or music directly into your pedal for practice.
• Headphone Out: Ideal for silent practice or monitoring in studio settings.
• Passive & Active Inputs: Compatibility with both passive and active bass guitars.

Why Choose the Laney DB-PRE?

The Laney DB-PRE gives bass players total freedom in sculpting their sound. Its FET and Tube paths ensure flexibility, whether you want clean, transparent tones or warm, saturated distortion. The Tilt EQ provides a dynamic way to dial in presence or roundness, while the FX loop lets you position time-based effects precisely where they’ll be most effective. Ideal for live performances, rehearsals, or studio use, the DB-PRE will enhance any bass rig.

Specifications

General

• Power Output: 9V DC Regulated (PSU not included)
• Signal Paths: FET and Tube with Blend Switch
• EQ: 3-Band with Tilt EQ Seesaw function and Low Mid Frequency Selector
• Inputs: Passive and Active Inputs
• Outputs: DI Out (Pre/Post), Link Out, Phones Out, AUX In
• Switches: FX Loop, Ground Lift, Blend Control, Tilt Control
• Dimensions (HWD): 57mm x 145mm x 122mm
• Item Weight: 0.75kg
• Carton Dimensions (HWD): 93mm x 201mm x 191mm

What’s Included?

• Laney DB-PRE Bass Guitar Pre-Amplifier Pedal
• User Manual
• Main Power Supply Lead (not included)