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Hudson Electronics Ariel Posen Broadcast AP-II Pre-Amplifier Pedal

Hudson Electronics Ariel Posen Broadcast AP-II Pre-Amplifier Pedal

£269.00

Hudson will not fail to impress. The Hudson Electronics Ariel Posen Broadcast AP-II Pre-Amplifier Pedal in Guitar Pedals is New, in stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Guitar Pedals, additional Preamp Pedals options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read on below. Now Broadcasting – The Broadcast AP-II is a dual pre-amplifier pedal that was co-designed with guitarist Ariel Posen. The pedal features two independent pre-amplifier circuits which are differently voiced. Each one has its own unique voicing. Each circuit has a large gain…

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Hudson will not fail to impress. The Hudson Electronics Ariel Posen Broadcast AP-II Pre-Amplifier Pedal in Guitar Pedals is New, in stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Guitar Pedals, additional Preamp Pedals options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read on below.

Now Broadcasting – The Broadcast AP-II is a dual pre-amplifier pedal that was co-designed with guitarist Ariel Posen. The pedal features two independent pre-amplifier circuits which are differently voiced. Each one has its own unique voicing.

Each circuit has a large gain range, and once combined, it provides a whole new range of tonal options, which can be anything from a subtle sonic boost, all the way to heavy distortion!

The Broadcast AP-II has a Send / Return loop between the two sections of the pedal, which enables other pedals to be added between the pre-amplifiers, or for each one to be placed at different points in your signal chain.

Silicon Pre-Amplifier

The silicon pre-amplifier is fitted with a silicon transistor and transformer, bringing a smooth, darker tone which was originally seen in the original Broadcast-AP pedal.

  • DRIVE – Controls the gain of the silicon preamplifier part of the pedal.
  • LEVEL – Controls the output level of the silicon pre-amplifier section.

Germanium Pre-Amplifier

This pre-amplifier removes the transformer and runs with a germanium transistor. This results in a brighter, more aggressive tone.

  • DRIVE – Controls the gain of the germanium preamplifier.
  • LEVEL – Controls the output level.

Key Features

  • Send/Return Loop – Connect your pedal wherever you like in your signal chain, with simple connections.
  • Two Pre-Amplifiers – The pedal features two pre-amplifiers which can be used separately, or combined, giving you a whole range of different tonal possibilities.

Specifications

  • Power: Required a DC Power Unit (PSU), with voltage 9VDC – 24VDC
  • Current Draw: 50mA Maximum

Ariel Posen

Ariel Posen is a singer, songwriter, producer, and internationally renowned guitar player. He is best known for his work as a sideman for the Bros. Landreth.

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Additional information

Weight 1 kg

Stuff About Guitar Pedals

Guitar pedals are compact effects units that shape and enhance a guitar’s sound, sitting between the instrument and the amplifier. They include gain pedals like overdrive and distortion, modulation effects such as chorus and tremolo, time-based effects like delay and reverb, and essential utilities including tuners, compressors and loopers. Understanding basic things such as pedal type, signal order, power requirements and intended use helps players choose pedals that suit their style, setup and playing environment.

Stuff About Preamp Pedals

Preamp pedals are designed to shape and boost a guitar’s core tone, often acting as the front end of an amplifier or as a complete amp-style sound on a pedalboard. They can add clean gain, warmth, EQ control, or amp-like drive, and are commonly used to improve signal strength, push an amp harder, or run directly into a power amp or recording interface. Understanding output level, EQ controls and how they interact with other pedals helps players use preamp pedals effectively in both live and studio setups.

The Important stuff

Pedal — Pedals are the tools that let you shape, colour and transform your sound, from subtle tone enhancement to bold, creative effects. Whether you are adding grit, space, movement or control, a pedal becomes part of your playing rather than just an add-on. Exploring different pedals is about discovering what responds to your touch and helps your sound feel more like your own..

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