Ghost Note Audio - Red Stripe preamp
Based on the Peavey* Bandit 2000-2004 model (a.k.a. the "Red Stripe" model)
Versatile. Ubiquitous. Brutal.
Based on yet another underrated "practice" amp, that found itself shaping the sound of the Scandinavian metal scene. When coupled with a quality speaker cab, inside we find a solid-state circuit that's one of the best ever built; aggressive tones, lots of variety and a wide range of tone control.
* Peavey is a registered Trademark of Peavey Electronics Corporation.
Controls
Gain - The main gain control for the preamp
Bass, Mid, Treble - A 3-band passive tone control. But be aware; this amp is very bass heavy, and very scooped (even without the Scoop switch engaged).
Volume - Controls the output signal amplitude.
Boost - Introduces an additional gain stage into the signal chain.
Scoop - Enhances the mid scoop of the amplifier, for a hard-hitting 90's metal tone.
Shift - Shifts the centre frequency of the mid control downwards by a small amount. This is a very subtle control, but was included for the sake of completeness of the original circuit.
Active Switch - Engages or bypasses the pedal with a relay (true bypass).
How to match the 3 original "modes":
Vintage - Boost Off, Scoop Off, Shift Off
Modern - Boost On, Scoop On, Shift On
High Gain - Boost On, Scoop Off, Shift Off
The original
The Peavey Bandit. It's been around for over 40 years, in multiple incarnations. Everyone seems to have their favourite model, but one seems to stand above the rest; the "red stripe" Bandit.
Released in the early 2000's, it was Peavey's second iteration of their "TransTube" technology, which was utilized in most of their budget amplifiers at the time. TransTube technology was patented in the mid 90's, and with the patents now expired, the circuit designs of the era can be legally replicated. It should be noted that there is absolutely nothing particularly ground breaking about "TransTube"; it's almost entirely a marketing term for amplifiers developed by Peavey which have a topology more closely resembling what you'd find in valve amplifiers, than in solid state amplifiers of the time, which usually utilized op-amps to achieve their sound, or transistor gain stages designed for a much harsher, buzzier sound. In contrast, TransTube amps were designed to more closely resemble the sound of classic designs, with cascading gain stages feeding each other, to boost the gain higher and higher.
The Bandit is an absolute beast of an amp, offering gain and brutal tone in spades, at an affordable price, in a physical package that could withstand the handling of even the edgiest teenage metal bands to ever play your local battle of the bands.,
About Preamplifiers
This is a preamplifier, and not a distortion pedal. We do not recommend connecting this device to the input of a normal guitar amplifier. Instead, it is best used in one of the following ways:
Connected to the Effects Return / Power Amp Input of a guitar amp
Connect your guitar to the pedal input, and connect the pedal output to the effects return. This bypasses your amplifier's built-in preamp, and the signal goes through the pedal instead.
Connected to a dedicated power amp
Some examples include the Seymour Duncan Powerstage, Harley Benton GPA-100, or the Mooer Baby Bomb.
Connect the pedal directly to an audio interface
For recording purposes, the pedal can be connected to either an instrument or line-level input on your audio interface. Using a speaker cabinet simulation plugin, such as an Impulse Response (IR) loader, to emulate the effect of a speaker cab is highly recommended.
Technical Specs
Power Requirement: 9V DC, 200mA
Power connector: 2.1mm center-negative barrel jack (powersupply not included)
Dimensions: 145mm (W) 108mm (D) 61mm (H)
Dimensions (with packaging): 185mm (W) 130mm (D) 70mm (H)
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English Version below.
Allgemeine Sicherheitshinweise
• Bevor Sie das Gerät in Betrieb nehmen drehen Sie bitte alle Regler auf Minimum bzw. auf „Null“.
• Lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig durch, bevor Sie das Gerät in Betrieb nehmen.
• Bewahren Sie die Bedienungsanleitung für zukünftige Referenz auf.
•Verwenden Sie das Gerät nur für den vorgesehenen Zweck.
• Halten Sie das Gerät von Wasser, Feuchtigkeit und extremen Temperaturen fern.
• Bewahren Sie das Gerät außerhalb der Reichweite von Kindern auf.
Elektrische Sicherheit
• Vergewissern Sie sich, dass die Netzspannung mit den Angaben auf dem Gerät übereinstimmt.
•Verwenden Sie nur das mitgelieferte Netzteil oder ein gleichwertiges, von einem Fachmann empfohlenes Netzteil.
• Ziehen Sie den Netzstecker, wenn das Gerät längere Zeit nicht benutzt wird.
• Schützen Sie das Netzkabel vor Beschädigungen.
• Verwenden Sie das Gerät nicht, wenn das Netzkabel beschädigt ist.
• Vermeiden Sie den Kontakt des Geräts mit Wasser oder anderen Flüssigkeiten, um das Risiko eines elektrischen Schlages zu minimieren.
Hinweise zur Reparatur
• Reparaturen dürfen nur von qualifiziertem Fachpersonal durchgeführt werden.
• Versuchen Sie nicht, das Gerät selbst zu öffnen oder zu reparieren, da dies zu schweren Verletzungen oder Schäden am Gerät führen kann.
• Bei Funktionsstörungen oder Defekten wenden Sie sich an einen autorisierten Service-Techniker oder an uns. info@effekt-boutique.de
Warnhinweise
• Öffnen Sie das Gerät nicht. Es enthält keine vom Benutzer zu wartenden Teile.
• Stellen Sie sicher, dass die Lüftungsschlitze des Geräts nicht blockiert sind, um Überhitzung zu vermeiden.
• Verwenden Sie das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von entflammbaren Materialien oder Flüssigkeiten.
• Ziehen Sie bei Gewitter oder längeren Betriebspausen den Netzstecker, um mögliche Schäden durch Spannungsspitzen zu vermeiden.
• Setzen Sie das Gerät nicht direkter Sonneneinstrahlung oder anderen Wärmequellen aus.
• Essen Sie keinen gelben Schnee
English
General safety instructions
• Before you start using the device, please turn all controls to minimum or “zero”.
• Read the operating instructions carefully before using the device.
• Save the instruction manual for future reference.
•Use the device only for its intended purpose.
• Keep the device away from water, moisture and extreme temperatures.
• Keep the device out of the reach of children.
Electrical safety
• Make sure that the mains voltage matches the information on the device.
•Use only the included power adapter or an equivalent power adapter recommended by a professional.
• Unplug the device if the device is not going to be used for a long period of time.
• Protect the power cord from damage.
• Do not use the device if the power cord is damaged.
• Avoid contact of the device with water or other liquids to minimize the risk of electric shock.
Repair instructions
• Repairs may only be carried out by qualified specialist personnel.
• Do not attempt to open or repair the device yourself as this may result in serious injury or damage to the device.
• In the event of malfunctions or defects, contact an authorized service technician or us. info@effekt-boutique.de
Warnings
• Do not open the device. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
• Make sure the device's ventilation slots are not blocked to avoid overheating.
• Do not use the device near flammable materials or liquids.
• During thunderstorms or long breaks in operation, pull out the power plug to avoid possible damage caused by voltage peaks.
• Do not expose the device to direct sunlight or other heat sources.
• Don't eat yellow snow
Hersteller / Manufacterer:
Ghost Note Engineering Ltd
Unit 74, Basepoint Centre
Metcalf Way
RH11 7XX
Crawley
United Kingdom
https://ghostnoteaudio.uk/
tel: 07429074304
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Effektboutique
Riedstrasse 9
73760 Ostfildern / Germany
Tel: 0711 9583 2052
info@effekt-boutique.de
www.effekt-boutique.de
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