Radial Engineering PZ-Deluxe Tonebone Acoustic Preamp & DI

The PZ - Deluxe is a top - notch studio - quality acoustic preamp and DI in a compact pedal, perfect for live stage use. It features tone - shaping EQ controls and built - in boost and mute footswitches. With a low - noise front end, it offers exceptional dynamics and can adapt to various instruments like acoustic guitar, upright bass, mandolin, and violin, regardless of the pickup system. The powerful EQ lets you fine - tune your tone through the PA and stage amp. A low - cut filter and 180° polarity reverse switch help eliminate stage feedback. The special PZB gain stage, suitable for instruments with piezo transducers, increases input impedance to 10 meg ohms, getting rid of annoying squawk and harshness. It also has a high - quality Radial DI for a balanced output that can drive long cables (over 100 meters or 300ft) without noise into the PA system. The built - in mute and boost footswitches give you full control during solos, instrument changes, or silent tune - ups on stage.

Using the PZ - Deluxe is a breeze. First, connect your instrument to the preamp. Whether it's an acoustic guitar, upright bass, mandolin, or violin, the preamp will handle it well. Adjust the EQ controls to shape your tone as you like. You can use the low - cut filter and 180° polarity reverse switch if you encounter feedback on stage. For instruments with piezo transducers, activate the PZB gain stage. Then connect the Radial DI output to your PA system. Use the boost footswitch for solos to add more power and the mute footswitch for instrument change - overs or silent tune - ups. When it comes to maintenance, keep it clean and dry. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures. If you're not using it for a long time, store it in a safe place. That's all you need to know to get the most out of your PZ - Deluxe!