Key Features
- Two independent channels with separate controls
- Real 12ax7 vacuum tube adds warmth to your sound
- Detailed controls for super customisable distorted tones
- Adjustable mid boost for full control over sound- 7dB or 12dB hump
DISC Radial Tonebone Plexitube 12AX7 Tube Distortion Pedal Overview
Take your distortion up a gear. If you're searching for the quintessential vintage, crunchy distortion tone, the Radial Tonebone Plexitube 12ax7 Tube Distortion Pedal is the pedal for you. Combining the warmth of a real 12ax7 tube with the grit of a solid-state drive circuit, the Plexitube offers the benefits of both with no downsides. Two independent channels allow for tone shaping that can be instantly switched between, while detailed controls make both your distorted tones highly customisable. Radial's clever idea to operate the Plexitube at 15V gives the pedal the extra headroom to properly emulate amplifier distortion, making this the closest you will get to old school valve amp distortion from a pedal.
Product Ref: 72831
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Crunch on tap. Amplifier distortion is usually powered at high voltages and this gives the distinctive breakup that so many pedals attempt to recreate. The Radial Tonebone Plexitube 12ax7 Tube Distortion Pedal gets a head start on the competition by being powered at 15v. This extra power and clever starve-plate design for the 12ax7 tube give the Plexitube an edge on the competition and make this the most authentic-sounding amp distortion in pedal form.
From Malcolm to Angus
The two channels offer radically different distortion options. Channel 1 has a thinner, creamier sound due to being built around mid scooping, however the 'Fat' voicing option allows this to be altered to taste. These qualities make it ideal for chord-based, rhythm playing. Switch over to channel 2 for a beefier, thicker distortion palette with more prominence in the mids that is well suited to lead playing. Whichever you're seeking (including sheer versatility), the Plexitube will meet your needs (and then some!)
Tailoring your distortion
Spoiled for choice. With seven knobs, four sliding switches and two toggle switches, the Radial Tonebone Plexitube 12ax7 Tube Distortion Pedal lets you delve deep into distortion customisation. Through the knobs you can set output level, bass and treble levels, gain, and contour your sound to best fit the amp profile. The sliding switches then grant advanced control over treble response, voicings for each channel, and even the frequency the mid boost occurs at- 7dB or 12dB. Finally, the 2 footswitches control effect on/off and toggling between channels.
Another handy feature is the FX loop integrated into channel 2. This allows for other external pedals to be activated/deactivated at the same time then channel is selected. No more dancing trying to get everything engaged in time with this intuitive design. True bypass also means no matter how dirty you want to run the pedal, cranking the gain won't affect your tone once the pedal is turned off.
Specifications
- Circuit type: Hybrid tube / proprietary circuit
- Tube type: Standard 12AX7 vacuum tube
- Input impedance: 1meg Ω at input jack
- Output impendence: 10K Ω
- Drive: Input drive gain control for both channels
- Intermediate ch-2 drive trim adjuster: Recessed control - accesable with a tweeker
- Voicing 1 & 2: Used inconjunction with the Ch-1 and Ch-2 Contour controls
- CHANNEL-1: Fat - Scoop - Out
- CHANNEL-2 : Fat - Scoop - Extra Scoop
- Ch-1 & Ch-2 contour: Separate sound shaping control for each channel. Used in conjuction with the VOICING 3-position switch
- Mid Boost: Used to fatten up the sound for more cut and sustain during solos. Also, will fatten up the sound of single coil pickups:
- High: +12dB @ 620Hz
- Medium: +7dB @ 390Hz
- Off: No boost
- Top End: Switch sets the overall tonal character of the Plexitube to best match the amp and settings. Brighter amps are normally compensated with darker settings:
- Bright: Boosts +6dB @ 10kHz
- Flat: No boost or cut
- Dark: Cuts -6dB @ 1.8kHz
- High & Low EQ:
- Low: +/- 14.5 db @ 100Hz
- High: +/- 10 db @ 4.3kHz
- Footswitches: True bypass with green on/off status LED, Heavy-duty high-cycle switch
- LED indicators: Large 3mm OD ultra-bright LEDs
- Construction: 14 gauge steel, baked enamel finish
- Size: 8.12 x 4.25 x 2.12"' (207 x 108 x 54mm)
- Weight: 2.15lb (1kg)
- Power Supply: 15VDC 400mA, center pole positive
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