
Tone King Imperial Preamp
Product Condition
Brand New | Unused, as sold. |
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Mint | Like new, no flaws. |
Excellent | Barely used, very minor wear. |
Very Good | Light wear, fully functional. |
Good | Visible wear, plays fine. |
Fair | Heavy wear, still playable. |
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Description
Description
Featuring the accurate preamp section and phase reverse circuitry of the Imperial MKII amplifier, plus reverb, tremolo, and attenuation, this pedal delivers harmonically rich, vibrant touch response. Powered by three high-voltage 12AX7 preamp tubes, this preamp delivers the amp's tone, response, and exquisite interaction with pickups and effects.
With onboard low-latency impulse response (IR) loaders (per channel), headphones, easy integration and expansion with existing gear, and MIDI functionality, these iconic tones will usher you into a new era of guitar playing.
●2-channel high voltage preamplifier ? DI
● 3 x 12AX7 preamp tubes operating at appropriate high voltage ● Built-in zero watt power amplifier - phase inversion circuit ● Two channels with independent volume and attenuation controls ● Rhythm channel (top)
- 60s American Blackface combo tone - Bass and treble controls - Lead channel (bottom)
- Combination of 50's American tweed and British rock tones - Tone and mid-bite controls - Spring reverb (digital)
Reverb and Dwell controls - independently assignable to each channel Tremolo (digital)
Depth and Speed controls, independently assignable to each channel; Stereo and series FX loop (bypassable)
●MIDI programmable●Up to 128 presets can be saved and instantly recalled via an external MIDI switcher.
・Saving presets:
Channel selection, Master bypass setting, IR selection, IR bypass setting, Effect loop bypass setting, Reverb bypass and tail settings, Tremolo bypass setting. Onboard impulse response (IR) technology. Low latency impulse response cabinet simulation (bypassable).
3-position CAB/IR select switch per channel (software programmable)
・OwnHammer IR
●Poweramp simulation with software-editable HF COMP and low-pass filter (per channel) ●Connections:
Dual stereo balanced XLR outputs with ground lift switch; 1/4-inch headphone output; Effects send and stereo return jacks; MIDI 5-pin standard connector; USB-C connector (for the included Tone King Editor software and USB audio streaming)
To Amp In, From Amp Send, From Amp Return jacks (for adding Imperial channels to your amplifier or preamp)
●Tone King Editor software is supplied by SYNERGY.
●Includes a 6-foot USB cable and universal 12V power supply●Power supply: Use a 9V-12V adapter of 9W or more.
●Current consumption: 800mA
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Please Note
The following information applies to international orders.
■ Condition
Items with “USED” in the product name are pre-owned and will be delivered as shown in the photos. Signs of wear may be present. All items are function-tested by our staff and rechecked before dispatch.
■ Stock
Many products are stocked across Ikebe stores in Japan. As a result, shipment may take several days. In-store sales may also cause items to sell out. If an item is unavailable, we will contact you promptly; in that case, the order will be canceled and any payment will be refunded.
■ Shipping
We ship via FedEx. Shipments are fully insured against damage or loss during transit.
- Asia: 10–20 days (estimated)
- North America & Oceania: 20–30 days (estimated)
Shipping costs are calculated based on the delivery address and confirmed at the time of dispatch.
■ Taxes & Duties
Import duties, taxes, and fees are the buyer’s responsibility and are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These fees are typically collected by the carrier upon delivery or at pickup. Please check with your country’s customs office for details before purchasing.
■ Other
We cannot declare a reduced item value or mark purchases as gifts.
* Warranty
Our product warranty is valid only within Japan.
* Voltage
All electrical products are intended for the Japanese market and are designed for 100 V operation.

About us
Founded in 1975, Ikebe Music is one of Japan's largest general music stores.Thanks to its long history and proven track record, it has earned the trust of musicians and music fans not only in Japan but around the world.
Ikebe Music ships not only within Japan, but also overseas.As a well-known retailer of used musical instruments in Japan, we have a wide selection of used and vintage instruments.
We have a wide variety of unusual and rare instruments, so please take a look.Please note that we do not list new products, as our contracts with our suppliers prohibit international shipping.
About our stores
In Japan, we have about 30 stores in Tokyo (Ikebukuro, Shibuya, Akihabara) and Osaka.
We have just opened our flagship store, IKESHIBU (IKEBE SHIBUYA), in Shibuya, Tokyo, which brings together numerous musical instrument specialty stores and serves as a hub for entertainment culture.
Please be sure to stop by if you are visiting Japan.


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