Canada’s Radial has two new models in its hugely successful Tonebone range – the Regency pre-emphasis booster and the Switchbone V2.
The Regency is billed by Radial as being ‘a unique pedal that acts as a pre-emphasis for mid and high gain amps.’ In effect it is two pedals in one. The first is the pre-drive – a high output, low distortion overdrive that is used to add extra saturation to the amp without muddying up the tone. This features a drive control, adjustable tone and a level control. A 3-position low-mid switch further refines the tone by allowing the artist to tailor the bottom end to suit. When in play, the pre-drive adds natural sustain and harmonics. The second is a 100% discrete Class-A boost that delivers up to +18Db of gain. A built-in effects loop automatically activates when the boost is engaged, allowing the artist to turn on his delay at the same time when soloing. Radial says this not only improves on-stage efficiency; it also helps to deliver a better performance. Both the pre-drive and the boost may be used at the same time.
The Switchbone V2 is modestly described as ‘The most powerful ABY+C amp selector ever devised!’ Essentially a significant update after 15 years as one of he world’s most popular switching devices, the V2 is packed with new features and refinements.
Info: www.radialeng.com