Catalinbread

Catalinbread Epoch Boost Preamp

$199.00
$199.00
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EP-3-inspired Preamp and Buffer.

Modeled after the Maestro Echoplex EP-3's legendary preamp, the Catalinbread Epoch Boost makes your tone bigger, fuller and livelier.

While some guitarists made great use of the EP-3's echo effect, others dragged one to every gig just for its magical preamp.

This preamp circuit was wired always-on, so even those using it as an echo effect received significant tonal enhancements from the preamp circuit.

Everyone from Eddie Van Halen to East Bay Ray (of the Dead Kennedys) relied on the EP-3 preamp to take their sound to previously unreachable heights.

The Catalinbread Epoch Boost is also a pristine buffer: making it a great choice for the end of your pedalboard chain.

And, to maintain the dynamics of your performance, the pedal internally shifts your 9V power supply up to 22V: giving you unparalleled headroom and clarity.

If you're after bigger guitar tones, the Catalinbread Epoch Boost Preamp won't disappoint!


Your tone. Better.

The Catalinbread Epoch Boost sounds just like your base tone, but better: like it was sculpted to perfection by a mastering engineer!

This is accomplished by employing the same internal circuitry as a real EP-3.

The pedal is loaded with NOS Orange Drop capacitors and an output mixer stage that acts as a rudimentary frequency selector.

Inside, you'll find a switchable hi-Z input buffer if you’d like to use the Epoch Boost as your only pedal (don’t worry, we won’t judge).


Catalinbread Epoch Boost Preamp/Buffer Pedal features:

• Preamp / Buffer inspired by the classic Maestro Echoplex EP-3 tape echo.

• Faithfully re-creates the original EP-3's preamp circuit.

• Acts like a mastering processor for your guitar tone: making it bigger, livelier, and more vibrant.

• Boost control adds up to 20dB of crystal-clear boost as you crank it.

• True Bypass.

• Switchable buffer for maintaining your tone over long cable runs.

• Power: 9V DC.

• Current Draw: 2mA.

• Dimensions: 1.93" x 2.36" x 4.33".

Specs

Specs

Type Boost, Buffer, Preamp
Condition New
Power 9V DC
Current Draw 100mA
Power supply included No
Manufacturer Warranty 3 years
Shipping & Return

FREE SHIPPING

  • Free shipping within Canada.
  • Free shipping to the USA.
  • Free shipping on international orders over 399$.

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Fast Delivery

  • Canada : 1 - 2 business days
  • USA : 1 - 2 business days
  • Rest of the world: 3 - 5 business days.

Hassle-Free Returns

You have 45 days to test your new gear.
If you choose to return it, we’ll send a full refund.
It’s that simple: no bogus restocking fees or charges.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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  • Q : Where are you located? +

    A : We’re in Blainville, Quebec, Canada.

    Contact us to schedule an appointment if you’d like to meet.

  • Q : When will my order ship? +

    A : Orders placed before 2PM EST ship on the same business day.

    An update with tracking details will be sent shortly after purchase.

    (Please note: business days don’t include weekends and holidays)

  • Q : How much does shipping cost? +

    A : Shipping to Canada and the USA is free on most orders.

    Shipping to the rest of the world is free on orders over 399$US.

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  • Q : What shipping method do you use? +

    A : We ship with UPS.

  • Q : What payment methods do you accept? +

    A : We accept credit cards and Paypal.

  • Q : Do you charge sales taxes to Canadians? +

    A : Canadian residents are asked to pay sales taxes:

    Alberta: 5%.

    British Columbia: 5%.

    Manitoba: 5%.

    New Brunswick: 15%.

    Newfoundland and Labrador: 15%.

    Northwest Territories: 5%.

    Nova Scotia: 15%.

    Nunavut: 5%.

    Ontario: 13%.

    Prince Edward Island: 15%.

    Quebec: 14.975%.

    Saskatchewan: 5%.

    Yukon: 5%.

  • Q : Are there import charges on orders shipped to Canada? +

    A : No. Canadian customers will not be charged import fees.

  • Q : Are there import charges on orders shipped to the USA? +

    A : No. USA residents will not be charged import fees.

  • Q : Are there import charges on International shipments? +

    A: Shipping prices do not include VAT or other import taxes.

    Customers outside of Canada and the USA are responsible for duties and taxes.

    Orders that come back to the shop as refused by the customer will be refunded minus shipping.

    Please track your shipment to be aware of customs processing and delivery attempts.

  • Q : Can you declare a lower value on customs documents? +

    A : We understand that import fees are an annoying part of international purchases.

    However, we cannot offer to declare a lower value on customs forms.

    Customers outside of Canada and the USA are responsible for any fees that may be charged by their government.

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