{"title":"EQ","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"jhs-colour-box-v2","title":"JHS Colour Box V2 Preamp\/EQ\/Overdrive\/Distortion\/Fuzz\/DI Box","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"overview\" class=\"csp2-sidebar__section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"csp2-sidebar__description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIn 2012, I had a crazy idea for a tone shaping device that had never been done before in the world of guitar pedals. I wanted to create an effects pedal that replicated the hard-to-achieve sounds of \"direct-in\" electric guitar recordings that I loved.  Bands like the Beatles, Spoon, Wilco, and Steely Dan had used this technique for years, but it was nearly impossible to recreate live.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eI wanted this pedal to transform my guitar rig into the tonal equivalent of a Neve studio console, and that was no small task. After lots of trial and error, experimentation, and re-works, this concept evolved into something far beyond what we had imagined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIn 2014 as we filmed the first demo videos at Abbey Road Studios in London and this idea had evolved into the most unique product we had ever made. The Colour Box was a full-fledged studio-grade preamplifier, EQ, and distortion generator with multi-instrument compatibility. It did what I had always wanted it to do, but it did so much more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOn its release day, I wasn't quite sure how it would be accepted, but I knew that I loved it. As a few months went by, we saw something amazing begin to happen; this pedal was showing up in all types of environments. Producers, engineers, and artists were emailing us, tagging us on socials and showing how they had put the Colour Box to use. Studio vocals, live vocals, kick drums, acoustic guitars, bass, keys, overhead drums, stereo buses, room mics, synths, re-amps, and some incredibly large stage setups had it on almost every instrument! This unit can be heard on dozens of recordings from U2, Wilco, The National, Spoon, Collective Soul, Muse, the War on Drugs, and Phantogram amongst others. As proud of this pedal as we were, we wanted to make it better, so we did. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVERSION 2 EMERGES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Colour Box V2 has all the same functionality of the V1 with many new and improved additions like expanded EQ controls, a Hi\/Lo switch for massive clean headroom, and the ability to pass phantom power to your condenser mics. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe most significant improvements are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAddition of an Output transformer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eSafely Passes 48V Phantom Power\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eEQ Shift Knobs for precision EQ control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eHi\/Lo Switch for ultra clean headroom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e100% available clean signal even on acoustic guitar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eSilent switching, aka no \"switch-pop\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eRuns on standard 9V DC Neg power\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES \u0026amp; CONTROLS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Gain section in red has three controls: Master, Pre-Vol, and Step. The Master volume controls the overall volume of the unit. The Pre-Vol controls the amount of gain between the two internal gain stages. This acts as a \"drive\" or \"gain\" control, adding more grit, distortion, and even fuzz as you increase the gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Step control increases the gain of each preamp stage in five stages. Rotating the Step knob from left-to-right will increase the gain by the following: 1st is +18 dB, 2nd is +23 dB, 3rd is +28 dB, 4th is +33 dB, 5th is +39 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Colour Box V2 has a new Hi \/ Lo switch to control the amount of clean headroom you have available. In the Lo mode, you will easily be able to get ultra clean sounds without breakup. Lo Mode is excellent for tone shaping when distortion is not needed. In the Hi mode, the Colour Box V2 will distort much more readily, giving you a broad spectrum of overdrive, distortion, and fuzz sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIn addition to the Hi \/ Lo gain switch, there is a -20dB pad switch on the right side of the Colour Box V2. This function only works when in XLR input mode and can help tame the volume for high output microphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMOST POWERFUL EQ YET\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe EQ section in blue has three new Shift controls correlating to its standard Treble, Middle and Bass controls. The classically labeled EQ knobs adjust the amount of frequencies that get boosted and cut, while the Shift knobs adjust the range of frequencies that the Treble, Middle, and Bass knobs control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eEQ Functions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreble Knob\u003c\/strong\u003e - Cut\/Boost Control     +\/-15dB  flat at noon.  CCW cuts, CW boosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMiddle Knob \u003c\/strong\u003e- Cut\/Boost Control    +\/- 10dB  flat at noon.  CCW cuts, CW boosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBass Knob\u003c\/strong\u003e -   Cut\/Boost Control   +\/-15dB  flat at noon.  CCW cuts, CW boosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eFrequencies controlled by EQ Shift Knobs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreble Shift \u003c\/strong\u003e- 2kHz to 30kHz –  CCW lowers the center Freq, CW raises the center Freq.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMiddle Shift \u003c\/strong\u003e- 150Hz to 2.4kHz –  CCW lowers the center Freq, CW raises the center Freq.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBass Shift \u003c\/strong\u003e- 20Hz to 440Hz –  CCW lowers the center Freq, CW raises the center Freq.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHi-Pass\u003c\/strong\u003e section is enabled by the toggle switch below the Hi-Pass knob. Just flip it up to engage the Hi-Pass knob. The HPF is a 2nd order 6dB per octave highpass filter. The -3dB cutoff freq (the frequency at which the filter starts to act) can be adjusted from 160Hz to 650Hz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXLR AND OUTPUT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Colour Box V2 has a combination XLR and 1\/4\" input jack to use either an instrument or microphone. Select your input with the input selector switch on the right side of the pedal labeled INST\/XLR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVERSION HISTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eV1 = Smaller enclosure; no “shift” EQ knobs; seven knobs total.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eV2 = Larger enclosure; ten knobs total; added Hi\/Lo Toggle; passes phantom power. Output transformer addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE COLOUR BOX V2 RUNS ONLY ON STANDARD 9V DC NEGATIVE POWER (DO NOT PLUG IN ANYTHING GREATER THAN 9V) AND MEASURES 5.7” X 3.75” X 1.85\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zQSOwzfV7Vc\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"JHS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42036515504297,"sku":"","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/3536\/6313\/products\/jhs-pedals-Colour_Box_V2.png?v=1646701947"},{"product_id":"mxr-ten-band-eq","title":"MXR Ten Band EQ","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MXR Ten Band EQ lets you tune your bass or guitar rig in seconds, and it's been upgraded with noise-reduction circuitry, true bypass switching, a lightweight aluminum housing, brighter LEDs, and a second output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pedal can be powered by the included ECB004 18-volt adapter or the DC Brick™, Iso-Brick™ and Mini Iso-Brick™ power supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/C4dynYQUIms\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MXR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42311687897257,"sku":"","price":159.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/3536\/6313\/products\/11108040001.MAIN__58622.1576897855.jpg?v=1655758407"},{"product_id":"boss-geb-7-bass-equalizer","title":"Boss GEB-7 Bass Equalizer","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePRECISE TONAL CONTROL\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GEB-7 is a seven-band equalizer created specifically for the frequency range of the electric bass. Since the frequency range extends down to 50Hz, the GEB-7 is also great for adjusting depth and bottom end of an upright bass with pickups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50Hz to 10kHz frequency range specifically designed for bass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull range response, even for five- and six-string basses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used as a \"boost\" or \"cut\" pedal using the level control knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for eletric-acoustic bass applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC adaptor or 9V battery operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBOSS five-year warranty\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZgV1zWr7rLk?si=wjlUH8BqpqvklGxp\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Boss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43063201824937,"sku":"","price":131.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/3536\/6313\/files\/geb_7_main.jpg?v=1684179858"},{"product_id":"mxr-six-band-eq","title":"MXR Six Band EQ","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MXR Six Band EQ covers all the essential guitar frequencies and has been upgraded with noise-reduction circuitry, true bypass switching, brighter LEDs for increased visibility, and a lightweight aluminum housing. This pedal can be powered by a 9-volt battery, a Dunlop ECB003 9-volt adapter, or the DC Brick™, Iso-Brick™, and Mini Iso-Brick™ power supplies (not included).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/C4dynYQUIms?si=As_29vS0lHdBLPKK\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MXR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43560995946665,"sku":null,"price":125.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/3536\/6313\/files\/11109040001.MAIN__35658.jpg?v=1705443012"},{"product_id":"boss-ge-7-equalizer","title":"Boss GE-7 Equalizer","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"csp2-sidebar__section\" id=\"overview\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePOWERFUL 7-BAND EQ!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GE-7 Equalizer pedal offers seven bands of EQ ranging from 100Hz to 6.4kHz, ideal for guitar sounds, with boost\/cut of +\/- 15dB per band. This lets you completely control your sound and eliminate unwanted feedback, particularly when connected after a distortion effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact EQ pedal with 7 bands of adjustable EQ sliders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows for boost\/cut of up to +\/- 15dB per band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect as a \"boost\" pedal for solos, creating an alternate sound, or for eliminating feedback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBOSS five-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MA0aMIh1PDI?si=7we07Po9z6TUaQ4r\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Boss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44059662581929,"sku":null,"price":131.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/3536\/6313\/files\/ge_7_gal.jpg?v=1714003238"},{"product_id":"empress-effects-paraeq-with-boost-used-170-200","title":"Empress Effects ParaEq With Boost (Used)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ParaEq w\/Boost gives musicians a powerful, musical, high quality EQ in a conveniently small package. 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