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Passive 100-Watt attenuator for ultimate tone control
Multi-impedance inputs match any amplifier
Line output with dedicated level control
Emulated Mic Output mimics speaker cabinet sound
Designed and engineered in Germany for quality
Connects easily between amp and speaker cabinet
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Passive 100-Watt Power Attenuator for Guitar and Bass Amplifiers with Emulated Mic Output
Passive 100-Watt Power Attenuator allows you to get the ultimate overdriven tone at any volume
Multi-impedance input connectors (4, 8 and 16 Ohms) to match virtually any amplifier
Line output with dedicated Level control
Emulated Mic Output mimics a microphone in front of a speaker cabinet
3-Year Warranty Program* (via registration)
Designed and engineered in Germany
POWER SOAK PS1 You love the sound of your 100-Watt all-tube amp when it’s cranked; that sweet, crunchy sound supporting you as you soar into the tonal stratosphere! But now, back down to Earth... Wouldn’t it be great if you could get that same amazing tone at a reasonable volume level –or at any volume level? The PS1 POWER SOAK is the answer for tone-craving guitarists everywhere, letting you drive the output tubes of your amp hard enough to squeeze out every drop of tone at any volume. The PS1 works with virtually any tube amp up to 100 Watts (4, 8 or 16 Ohms) and your favorite speaker cabinet, plus provides a Line output with dedicated level control and an Emulated Mic output to send your signal to the mixing console.
Multi-Impedance Operation The PS1 POWER SOAK is designed to be inserted between your tube amp and your speaker cabinet. Just run a speaker cable from the output of your amp to the corresponding PS1 Amp Input jack that matches your amplifier’s operating impedance (4, 8 or 16 Ohms), and run a second speaker cable from PS1’s Speaker Output to your cabinet. Power up your amp and dial in your favorite sound, then adjust the large Soak knob to the ideal volume level. All the tone, without all the volume – it’s just that easy!
Dedicated Line Output On PS1’s rear panel you’ll find a convenient Line output jack for connecting to an external power amplifier for running additional speaker cabinets, or to effects processing gear in professional applications such as the recording studio. The signal from the Line output does not have speaker/ mic emulation, but does feature its own dedicated Level control.
Built-In Direct Box Now that you have your stage volume under control, you can stick a mic in front of your speaker or better yet, use PS1’s built-in Emulated Mic Output to get all that great tone to the front of house (FOH) or recording console. This balanced XLR output mimics the sound captured by placing a microphone in front of your speaker without the need for any additional gear.
Real Tone – Real Value The PS1 POWER SOAK respects your tone, delivering it to your ears at any volume level you choose, and it delivers that same great tone to the mixer – whether you’re on the stage or in the studio. Easy to use and extremely affordable, the PS1 will make the club owner, sound man, and even your bandmates love your playing all the more. Visit your BUGERA dealer to try one out, or get your PS1 POWER SOAK online today! You’ve never sounded better.
I recently purchased a Bugera PS1 amp attenuator so that I could tame my Marshall amps ie.get a good sounding tone, without the ear shattering volume and not anger my family/or neighbours.
The Bugera PS1 allows you to play at bedroom volumes, and still get a good tone, I’ve used it a couple of times and it’s doing a great job. Some people say that with attenuators you lose a bit of tone, but if you tweak your amp settings you should be able to get around this minor issue.
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Reggae D.
Works perfectly, simple to use.
Works perfectly, simple to use.
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Craig D.
Best for the bucks
Lets be honest there's nothing else comparable in the price range, and it does exactly what it says on the box. It does roll off a lot of highs the more it attenuates. On my Marshall it's fine, because it has a presence control, but on a Mesa or Orange Rocker without one it gets a little muddy.
I'm still happy with it. Just don't expect miracles.
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Paul M.
Burgers PS1 from Better Music
Great product at a great price with super prompt service & delivery from Better Music. Can’t be happier! Many thanks.
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Ryan S.
Mediocre
Good if you really really need to lower the volume of a tube amp if you have absolutely no alternative, but in the process it absolutely changes the output tone, you can try to eq it out but it's not great.
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