SolidGoldFX Unveils the Beta-V Bass Preamp Pedal

SolidGoldFX Beta-V Bass Preamp PedalSolidGoldFX has revamped one of their bass pedal offerings with the Beta-V, which they call a preamp that kicks. The Beta was their first bass-specific pedal, and the latest edition continues the model’s take on capturing the warmth and grit of vintage tube amps.

Its 2023 update adds a three-position toggle switch to the low-pass filter. The center position bypasses it, while the two other positions offer either a mid-scoop or a mid bump. The Drive control has also been revamped to accommodate lower gain situations or hotter bass signals.

“Most importantly, the BETA-V sports an active 2-band post gain EQ allowing you to boost or cut your highs and lows with a flat response in the center,” the company states. “Dialing in anything from punchy overdriven Lemmy tones to the fattest, deepest soul-shaking dub is only a few knob twists away. Complete with top-mounted jacks, soft touch, true bypass switching, and 9-18 V DC operations, the BETA-V is a true thump machine, ready to rock your world.”

Hear the pedal in this review from Bass The World:

The SolidGoldFX Beta-V is available now for $199.

SolidGoldFX Beta-V Bass Preamp Pedal Features:

Bass Preamp and Overdrive effects pedal
Designed to capture the warmth and grit of vintage tube amps
Low-Pass filter with 2 settings either mid bump or scoop
Drive control, from mild grit to warm overdrive
Active 2-band post-Gain EQ
True-Bypass switching
Hand-made in Montreal, Canada
Powered by a regular 9-18 V DC PSU

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