Tubesteader BEEKEEPER
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The Beekeeper is a two-channel D-style preamp inspired by the work of a well-known Californian boutique builder whose name has become synonymous with a sophisticated guitar tone. Among the very few owners of his remarkable amps are musicians such as Robben Ford, Carlos Santana, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Clapton, and John Mayer. This impressive lineup alone suggests there is something truly unique about the sound of these amps.
The clean channel has a pronounced midrange emphasis, delivering a clear singing tone that cuts through the mix without sounding harsh. It responds well to playing dynamics, smoothly transitioning from a clean sound to a mild breakup as the picking attack gets stronger. The overdrive channel has a thick and creamy tone rich in complex harmonics. Notes bloom under your fingers, giving the "verge-of-feedback" impression as you crank up the gain.
A distinctive feature of this circuit is that the Clean and OD channels are connected in series. It's much like if the clean channel was a boost before the overdrive channel. Finding a sweet spot between CLN VOL and OD knobs will let you nail your perfect overdrive tone.
The EQ and toggle switches are located in the clean channel right after the first gain stage and affect both the Clean and OD channels.
There are several ways to integrate the Beekeeper into your rig. It can be used as a regular overdrive pedal connected to the front end of an amp (you may need to dial down the treble), run directly into a power amp, or, probably the most popular usage, used in an amp-less/direct recording setup paired with a proper cab sim.
The Beekeeper operates on a standard 12VDC voltage, which is then boosted inside the pedal to 280VDC for optimal tube performance and an amp-like feel.
The pedal comes with a high-quality wall-mount power supply, ready to use right out of the box. It can be powered with a pedalboard power supply from a 12VDC/500mA outlet or two 250mA outlets linked using a current-doubler adapter.
A non-buffered "true-bypass" switching keeps the guitar signal unaltered when the preamp is off.
The Beekeeper inspires creativity by providing a rich sonic palette for your instrument. While it excels in various musical styles, it shines best in blues and jazz
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Input Impedance: |
1M |
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Output Impedance : |
< 10K |
| Vacuum tubes: | 12AX7 (ECC83) |
| Power requirements: | 12VDC / 500mA |
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Power connector: |
barrel 2.1mm, center tip positive. |
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Enclosure: |
Die-cast aluminum |
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Size: |
4.7"x5.7"x1.38" (120mm x 145mm x 35mm) |
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Weight: |
1.7 lbs (800 gr.) |
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All our guitar pedals come with a standard manufacturer's warranty, guaranteeing they are free from defects in materials and workmanship. Should you encounter any issues with your pedal, we will repair or replace it at no cost to you.
We're committed to supporting you throughout your musical journey. Our dedicated team of experts offers lifetime technical support for all our guitar pedals. Whether you need assistance with setup, troubleshooting, or usage, we're just a phone call or email away.
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It's like my old Eden WT800 and Ampeg SVT heads got together, had a bastard love-child that won the genetic lottery, then blasted that child with some sort of mad scientist shrink ray! So small it fits in my accessories bag - I don't even need to get a separate bag/rack for it - and my ageing joints love that it's barely 2 kg. The controls are so simple and intuitive, yet there is a surprising range of usable tones in this this. Sounds great with my pedal board and it works awesome with my current band. I don't regret going with the Quilter Bass Block at all!
First Klon style pedal I’ve ever owned.. does the job beautifully and saved myself about five thousand dollars.!! Delivered prompt and efficiently within a few days…. No complaints here.
Bought the Quilter Superblock US as an easy to carry alternative to the 50w valve head I usually take to gigs and jams. Matched with a 1x12 cabinet it sounds great, big sound for such a small package. Very happy with this amp.
Good solid tuner that’s seems to be well built, keeps tune well, buffer works great or alternatively has a button to disengage buffer for true bypass, great alternative to the usual tuner pedals on the market.. Great service from AME pedal arrived within a few days of order, and I got 10% off the price for my first purchase.
Simple and effective, though I prefer the older design.
This pedal is amazing! So smooth and responsive. High quality.
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