Aguilar Ag PREAMP-DI
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A Preamp Inspired by the Aguilar AG: The "Fast & Tight" Character in a Pedal
Designed to capture the tone and dynamics of the Aguilar AG series heads, the AG Preamp/DI translates the brand's DNA into a compact and rugged format. The idea is simple: to provide a clean, transparent, and responsive foundation, capable of serving as both the "backbone" of your sound and a surgical tool for equalization.
Its analog circuit, inspired by the AG 700, relies on a generous headroom thanks to an 18V power supply. The result: even with aggressive settings, the signal remains solid, clear, and faithful to your playing, whether you pick with a plectrum, fingers, or slap.
For Which Bassists and Contexts?
The Aguilar AG Preamp/DI is aimed at bassists who want a pedal that can do it all: refine an amp's tone, secure a live setup with a quality DI, or get a usable direct sound for recording. It suits both intermediate musicians looking for a "real" centerpiece for their pedalboard and pros wanting a reliable, simple, and quick-to-adjust solution.
In terms of styles, it shines whenever you need a bass that holds the mix: funk, pop, rock, indie, gospel, modern metal (for a tight clean foundation), or studio sessions where you switch between several basses. Live, the combination of Pre/Post and Ground Lift provides real peace of mind when facing unfamiliar stages, long multicore cables, and ground loop issues.
Technical specifications
| Effects | Preamp, Bass Preamp / DI Box | Use | Bass |
| Technology | Analog | Color | Black |
| Format | Pedal | Power supply included | No |
| EQ | 4 channels | Power supply | DC 18 V |
| Type | sector | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Aguilar AG Preamp/DI compatible with an active bass?
The instrument input has an impedance of 1 megaohm, and the pedal is stated to preserve the character of active basses. The Gain control allows adjustment of the input level according to the instrument's output level.
What sound does this Aguilar bass preamp provide?
Its analog circuit, inspired by the AG 700, aims for a clean base with firm lows and a fast attack. The 18 V power supply provides a large headroom. The Deep and Bright modes add respectively +6 dB below 250 Hz and above 3 kHz.
Can the DI output be sent directly to a mixing console?
The balanced XLR output allows direct connection to a console. The Pre/Post switch determines whether the transmitted signal includes the pedal's settings. A Ground Lift is provided to reduce hum caused by ground loops.
Can this pedal be used silently with headphones?
For silent practice, an auxiliary input and a headphone output in 3.5 mm mini-jack format are included, with a Headphone Mix control to balance bass and music.
What frequencies are adjustable on the equalizer?
The four bands operate at 40 Hz for bass, 300 Hz for low mids, 800 Hz for high mids, and 4 kHz for treble. The Bass, Low Mid, High Mid, and Treble controls offer boosts and cuts ranging from ±14 dB to ±17 dB depending on the band.
