T-AE tube amp emulation technology: Provides authentic tube sound for expressive guitar and bass performance
Fully analog circuitry: Ensures high-fidelity signal processing and warm, natural tone
Ultra-compact and portable design: Fits easily on any pedalboard without sacrificing performance
Multiple output options: Offers both line-level and overdrive outputs for flexible integration
Handcrafted in Europe: Delivers premium build quality and attention to detail
Summarized by Shop
Revolutionizing guitar recording and live shows with an ultra-compact design Tube Amp Emulation.
The new DIRTY BOY preamp, is powered by T.A.E. technology (proprietary tube amp. emulation developed by Danny Gomez, engineer, musical director and session guitarist). Based on the classic amplifier designed by Alex Saraceno and used by legen
Input Impedance
1 MΩ
Output Impedance
6.5 kΩ
Power Supply
9V external AC/DC adaptor (center negative)
Dimensions
120 x 90 x 50 mm
Weight
400 g
Output Connector
6.35 mm (1/4-inch) TS (mono)
Summarized by Shop
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The preamp I didn't know I needed
I don't know where to begin...I was always fascinated with the dirty boy line. Built by Blues Saraseno's dad Alex, they looked like nothing else at the time and they sounded incredible. Unfortunately, they were priced out of reach for the average starving guitarist. Fast forward to the 2020's and the line is being revived by Danny Gomez. The look was the same, the attitude was the same, and the tone was still incredible. Not being a starving guitarist anymore, I decided to take the plunge and am I ever glad I did. The preamp is a work of engineering art. Simple to use, the controls are very intuitive, but where the DB really shines is where it counts, the TONE. This box drips in tone. Other pedals claim to have the feel of an actual amp, this preamp does. Running it through my Hiwatt DR103, an amp with an already incredible tone, took it the next level. I never would have thought I'd say those words, but here we are. The tone was clear with defined note separation, and the bloom is like nothing I've ever heard from a pedal. Turning things up, I was greeted with the smoothest, most harmonicly complex drive I've ever heard in my life. Pushing the volume more, and the floors and walls shook! Hold a note and put a little shake on it, and the note just sang...splitting up beautifully into even order harmonics and octaves. This preamp also takes other drive pedals without losing a beat. So far, I've paired it with my zen drive and lovepedal 200lb fuzz. I can only describe it as god-like. I've always been very happy with my tone and set up and have been told on numerous occasions how good it sounds. With the dirty boy preamp, my tone is going from good to legendary. Thanks Danny, I couldn't have done this without you.
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Chad · July 28, 2025
Sonido único
Realmente consigo sonidos con personalidad propia. Me ha encantado. Los controles permiten conseguir matices que no encuentro en ningún otro amplificador o equipo. Personalmente muy satisfecho.
