Born in the heart of New York City and refined on the road, the Tone Hammer Preamp DI is a must - have for bassists in search of inspiring tones and maximum versatility. Its warm, rich, and dynamic sound makes it an essential preamp and direct box for every bassist out there. The Tone Hammer offers fully adjustable midrange frequencies, along with bass and treble controls. With its high - quality D.I., it's perfect for both studio recording and live stage performances. The updated Drive circuit has been enhanced for greater flexibility, providing a wider range of gain and a dedicated control to fine - tune your sound. You can effortlessly switch from modern slap sounds to vintage or overdriven tones and everything in between. The 18 - volt operation gives the Tone Hammer ample headroom, and the added Headphone Out and Aux In make it an ideal practice partner, whether you're on the move or at home. Features include a three - band EQ with Bass, Midrange, and Treble controls, fully sweepable midrange, a Drive Control for tube - like punch and saturation, a studio - quality DI with Pre / Post and Ground Lift Controls, Headphone Out and Aux In for silent practice, an unbalanced output that can drive a power amp, an enhanced Drive Circuit with a dedicated control and footswitch, and the ability to cut and boost treble, mid, and bass frequencies. It's powered by an 18v power supply. Specifications: Inputs consist of one 1/4″ jack and Aux In. Outputs include one 1/4″ jack, one XLR (nominal output, – 14 dBu balanced), and Headphone Out. Controls include Gain, Drive, Treble, Bass, Mid Freq, Mid Level, Headphone Mix, and Volume. There are also switches for Ground lift and Pre / Post. Dimensions are 5.5' (W) x 4' (D) x 1.5' (H).
Using the Aguilar Tone Hammer Preamp/Direct Box V2 is a breeze. First, connect your bass guitar to the 1/4″ input jack. You can also use the Aux In to add external audio sources. For outputs, the 1/4″ jack can be used to connect to an amplifier, while the XLR output is great for direct connection to a mixing console. The Headphone Out allows you to practice quietly, and you can adjust the volume using the Headphone Mix control. To shape your sound, start with the three - band EQ. The Bass, Midrange, and Treble controls let you customize the low, middle, and high frequencies. The Mid Freq and Mid Level controls give you even more control over the midrange. The Drive control adds tube - like punch and saturation to your sound. You can use the footswitch to activate the enhanced Drive Circuit. When it comes to power, make sure to use an 18v power supply. For maintenance, keep the pedal clean and dry. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. If you're not using it for a long time, store it in a safe place. Also, be gentle with the controls and switches to ensure they last a long time.
