{"product_id":"tc-electronic-v550-preamp-382140","title":"V550 Preamp","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA '90s High Gain Preamp in the AMPWORX Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe V550 Preamp condenses the DNA of a high-gain amp that became a reference for powerful rock and metal in the '90s, here recreated in pedal format. The goal is clear: to recover the response under the fingers, the attack, compression, and aggressive grain typical of a big stack, without hauling a head and cab. Thanks to \u003cstrong\u003eTC AMPWORX\u003c\/strong\u003e modeling technology, the V550 naturally fits into a modern pedalboard as a main preamp solution or as a \"second amp\" ready to be sent DI.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho the V550 Is For: Stage, Home Studio, and Minimalist Pedalboard\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe V550 is ideal if you're looking for a \u003cstrong\u003epreamp pedal\u003c\/strong\u003e capable of covering a full set: usable cleans, snappy crunch, and massive distortions. The \u003cstrong\u003egreen channel\u003c\/strong\u003e ranges from clean tones to sharp hard rock (perfect for dynamic rhythm parts and clear arpeggios). The \u003cstrong\u003ered channel\u003c\/strong\u003e pushes much further, with generous gain for heavy rock, classic shred, and modern metal chords.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn stage, you can send it \u003cstrong\u003edirectly to the PA\u003c\/strong\u003e via the DI output with cab simulation, while keeping a dedicated output to feed a monitor, power amp, or another section of your rig. In the home studio, it becomes a simple and effective front-end for quickly recording inspiring takes. And for practice, the headphone output with cab sim lets you keep a true \"amp-like\" sound at zero volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eControls, Modes, and Connectivity: Real Amp Logic in Pedal Format\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the front panel, the V550 offers straightforward ergonomics with \u003cstrong\u003eGAIN\u003c\/strong\u003e (saturation), \u003cstrong\u003eLEVEL\u003c\/strong\u003e (volume), and an EQ section \u003cstrong\u003eLOW \/ MID \/ HIGH\u003c\/strong\u003e complemented by \u003cstrong\u003eRESO\u003c\/strong\u003e to shape the bass foundation and character (useful for tightening palm-muted rhythms or opening the low end depending on the guitar). A \u003cstrong\u003emaster PRESENCE\u003c\/strong\u003e control on the rear allows a \"set and forget\" adjustment to compensate for a too-bright stage, a dark cab, or a somewhat clinical interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBOOST\u003c\/strong\u003e footswitch activates a \u003cstrong\u003e5 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e gain increase. In the \u003cstrong\u003ePre\u003c\/strong\u003e position, it pushes the amp model harder and behaves like a classic overdrive, with a mid boost that helps the guitar cut through the mix. In the \u003cstrong\u003ePost\u003c\/strong\u003e position, it acts more like a volume boost to stand out in solos without adding much gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegarding control, you have two footswitches: \u003cstrong\u003eBOOST\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCHAN\u003c\/strong\u003e. The channel footswitch can operate in channel switching mode or bypass mode depending on the configuration, facilitating integration into very different pedalboards (from minimalist \"guitar \u003eV550 \u003ePA\" setups to large multi-drive rigs).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe V550 aims for a \u003cstrong\u003etight and articulate high gain\u003c\/strong\u003e tone, with a clear attack and a pleasant \"bounce\" feel under the pick. The green channel remains defined and musical when lowering the guitar volume, while the red channel offers dense saturation, ideal for heavy riffs and singing leads. The \u003cstrong\u003eCelestion 4x12 closed cab sim\u003c\/strong\u003e (G12M Heritage) provides that massive and coherent stage cab vibe, limiting harsh highs and delivering a more \"mix-ready\" low end in DI and headphone outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e@media(max-width:632px){table[data-wb-spec]{display:grid;grid-template-columns:minmax(0,1fr) minmax(0,1fr)}table[data-wb-spec] colgroup{display:none}table[data-wb-spec] tbody,table[data-wb-spec] tr{display:contents}table[data-wb-spec] td{display:block;overflow-wrap:anywhere;grid-row:var(--wb-l);background-color:var(--wb-lb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[data-r]{grid-row:var(--wb-r);background-color:var(--wb-rb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[colspan=\"2\"]{grid-column:1\/-1}table[data-wb-spec] td:empty{display:none}}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable data-wb-spec style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol 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