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Features
One JJ 12AX7 tube for gain and tone shaping, one JJ 12AU7 tube for the mid control and for driving the output.
Bass and Treble shelving EQ, noon is a flat response
Inductor based Middle EQ, noon is a flat response
Gain knob provides plenty of range for a variety of input signals
Boost switch increases the gain for more drive
Depth switch controls the amount of low end in the drive section
Line out is a 1/4" mono jack that provides a line level signal
Balanced out is transformer isolated, includes ground lift
Dual input/thru jacks for an unaffected parallel out 
Choose North American or European AC voltage when purchasing
 
Detailed Description
The Archetype is an original tube preamp designed to cover everything from a clean and clear powerful bass tone to a full tube overdrive. The Archetype tube preamp utilitzes a topology that, when driven hard, produces soft, asymmetric compression and a warm, harmonic grind. 
 
The three band EQ, boost switch, and three way depth switch provides some of the most versatile tone shaping possible in such a small package. Simultaneously send a DI out to a mixer and the line out to a power amplifier for maximum utility. The Archetype is a tone monster that works great for a variety of musical applications.
 
Tips
All knobs at noon, boost off (left) is a great starting point
Set gain low for maximum clean headroom
Set gain above noon for more drive; boost on (right) for more overdrive
Use the Depth switch to change the low character of the overdrive
Use the Bass control to add in lows removed from the Depth switch
Adjust the Middle control in small increments; it has a wide range of effect
Remove your instrument cables from the Input/Thru jacks to mute the preamp
The Archetype takes approximately 30 seconds to warm up fully
The Power LED will slowly fade out when turning off the power
 
Shipment will be made within three business days. Shipping service via Canada Post includes tracking and insurance.
 
The Archetype comes with a power cable for North American purchases only. 
 
Dimensions: 10" wide, 8.75" deep, 2.5" tall
Weight: 6 pounds
 
The Archetype fits in the Apache 3800 case.