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Analog Man Beano Boost

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Unleash the power of vintage British sound with the Analog Man Beano Boost, a high-end reimagining of the classic Dallas Rangemaster. This boutique treble boost pedal is your ticket to the iconic tones that defined the rock'n'roll era, delivering a bright, raw, and open sound that sets it apart from the mid-heavy overdrive pedals of today. Whether you're channelling the legendary tones of Clapton, May, or Bolan, or carving out your own sonic signature, the Beano Boost is your perfect partner. With a versatile 3-way switch, you can tailor the frequency response to your liking, choosing between the original treble boost, a punchy mid boost, or a full frequency boost. Available in two varieties, the full-sized Beano Boost and the compact Beano Boost Mini, this pedal offers the same remarkable features and performance in a size that suits your needs.

Key Features:

Boutique reimagining of the vintage British Dallas Rangemaster
Delivers a bright, raw, and open sound
3-way switch to tailor the frequency response: treble boost, mid boost, or full boost
Available in two sizes: full-size Beano Boost and compact Beano Boost Mini
Perfect for driving and brightening darker British amps
Ideal for overdriving the front-end of a tube amp
Popularized by music legends like Eric Clapton, Brian May, and Marc Bolan.

Product specs

Brand	Analogman
Model	Beano Boost
Finish	Metal
Year	2000s
Made In	United States
Categories	Overdrive and Boost Pedals

FAQs

What type of boost does the Analog Man Beano Boost provide?: The Analog Man Beano Boost is a treble booster pedal, designed to enhance certain frequencies and push your amp into producing rich, crunchy tube distortion, rather than acting as a clean boost.
Is the Analog Man Beano Boost suitable for all music genres?: The Beano Boost excels in genres that benefit from enhanced mid and upper-mid frequencies, such as rock and blues, where it can drive amplifiers into a classic, vintage overdrive sound.
How does the Analog Man Beano Boost compare to the Rangemaster?: The Beano Boost is a variation of the classic Rangemaster treble booster, featuring a switched input cap for a broader boost range, and uses a germanium transistor for a distinctive tonal character.
Can the Analog Man Beano Boost be used with both clean and overdriven amps?: Yes, the Beano Boost is designed to work effectively with both clean and overdriven amps, enhancing their tonal characteristics and providing a dynamic, responsive boost.
Does the Analog Man Beano Boost require a specific power supply?: The Analog Man Beano Boost typically requires a standard 9V power supply, similar to other guitar pedals, or it can be powered by a 9V battery for convenience.

Equipboard's Expert Review

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The Beano Boost from Analog Manis for guitarists seeking that elusive vintage tone with modern reliability. We were immediately impressed by its gorgeous, hand-wired construction and top-shelf components, which exude quality and attention to detail.

The pedal's controls are simple yet effective. We found the 3-way toggle switch for mid and bass emphasis to be particularly useful, allowing us to shape our tone with precision. The three modes - treble boost, mid boost, and bass boost - offered a versatile range of tonal options that worked wonders with different guitars and amps.

Sound-wise, this pedal is nothing short of transformative. In our experience, it pushes amps into natural overdrive territory, adding character and warmth to the overall tone. We were particularly impressed by how it enhanced the high and high-mid frequencies, breathing life into darker humbuckers and amps. When paired with germanium fuzz pedals, it created a special, edgy sound that cut through the mix beautifully.

For us, the Analog Man Beano Boost is a must-have for guitarists chasing vintage tones with modern reliability. It's ideal for players who appreciate nuanced tone-shaping and aren't afraid to experiment. However, those looking for a more straightforward, set-and-forget boost might find its versatility overwhelming.

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PROS

Simple one-knob, one-switch operation
Emulates classic tones (Chuck Berry, Rolling Stones)
Enhances drive pedals when placed in front
Offers treble, mid, and bass boost modes
Provides touch sensitivity and compatibility with volume control on guitars
Compact size fits easily into pedalboards
Hand-made quality with 2N527 transistor for authentic sound
Transforms and enriches overdrive effects
Cuts through the mix with a unique, edgy tone
Ideal for achieving Bluesbreakers Clapton-era sound

CONS

May not suit players who dislike treble boosters
Limited to boosting functions, without additional effects

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Features and functionality

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The Beano Boost uses NOS CV7003 germanium transistors for a warm, vintage tone with a distinctive mid-push that's harmonically rich.
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The Beano Boost's stock "high" capacitor is likely 5.6nf, contributing to its distinct sound profile compared to other builds with different capacitor values.
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User experience

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The Beano Boost is noted for its extreme touch sensitivity, allowing it to clean up beautifully with lighter picking or guitar volume roll-off.
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There's a slight bloom in note attack when using the Beano Boost; transients are musically smoothed, enhancing the playing feel.
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In a live room setting, the Beano Boost's performance is perceived differently than on recordings, where other pedals like the BC108 might sound closer to its tone.
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Comparisons

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The Beano Boost delivers a wooly, complex tone with organic sag and sparkle, contrasted with the Brothers AM’s cleaner, brighter sound featuring less harmonic coloration.
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The Beano Boost, when compared to a DIY Rangemaster using germanium 2n211 and silicon BC108, is described as "beefier" and "growlier," indicating a fuller, richer tone.
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DIY Rangemaster builds required full cranking to match the Beano Boost's volume set at noon, highlighting the Beano's efficiency in delivering robust output.
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Use cases and applications

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Ideal for achieving a 60s/70s British vibe, the Beano Boost excels with cranked tube amps, adding harmonic richness.
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Setup and maintenance

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The Beano Boost is described as noisy and temperamental but offers a magical experience when operational, highlighting the trade-off of vintage gear authenticity.
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Critic Reviews

Analog Man Beano Boost Treble Booster — Anatomy of Guitar Tone

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With a nod to vintage tone enthusiasts, the Analog Man Beano Boost impresses with its authentic treble boosting prowess, reminiscent of classic rock legends. While it excels when paired with overdriven amps, it can falter with clean setups, making it less ideal for solid-state or high-headroom amp users. The pedal's flexibility with additional frequency boost options is a modern twist that even purists may appreciate. Handcrafted quality ensures sound integrity, rivaling original gear without the need for elusive transistors. Though best suited for certain amps and guitars, the Beano Boost's distinctive mid-range punch and clarity make it a standout for those seeking that elusive, iconic tone.

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beeflin

351

almost 11 years ago

Gives that extra edge

Analog Man's Beano Boost pedal is a hand-made Rangemaster with three modes - treble boost, mid boost and bass boost. But it doesn't just make the guitar louder - it gives a special, edgy and roughened sound that cuts through like a refined cheese grater. The Rangemaster is part of the classic sound of Marc Bolan, Tony Iommi, Rory Gallagher and Brian May and is rumoured to be the secret behind Eric Clapton's revolutionary tone on the Bluesbreakers' "Beano" album (hence this pedal's name).

By the way, my particular Beano uses the 2N527 transistor.

Preferred Settings + Usage:

I almost always use the mid option, since it's the best for pouring strong upper mid into my speakers and that's what cuts through.

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Singer Guitarist Bassist

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Electronic Rock Pop

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jimmarchi1

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11 years ago almost 11 years ago

I think May only used the rangemaster on the 1st 2 or 3 queen albums before having Cornish design him a silicon based booster to do something similar. That's the sound most of us are most familiar with. I've had a couple good rangemaster clones (still have one SOMEWHERE) and I have a brian may booster now that I was incidentally just rocking all day through one of my ac30s. The May circuit has a bit more internal headroom before the single transistor starts to clip and it has a lot more output. Its got more actual treble as opposed to raw upper midrange in a stock rangemaster, but there's some sonic secret sauce in the upper mids too that give them ideal bite and phenomenal harmonic content that really outstrips what the rangemaster does. Not to say that the rangemaster isn't an aweome sounding circuit with a proper mallard oc44 in it, but its not the brian may sound we all think of. It doesn't quite deliver the refined queen tone of the classic era through an ac30. Its a good sound, but I always used my rangemasters with a plexi for tony iommi sounds (though I think he used some other brand of treble booster). The may circuit is a much more refined circuit than the dallas rangemaster and it has a more refined sound. Its really voiced to work with an ac30 and that's pretty much it though. The rangemaster is a better fit for every other amp out there.

beeflin

351

11 years ago almost 11 years ago

Thanks for the Queen info, Jim - interesting stuff :-)

yoshi_h

1734

over 5 years ago

Rangemaster at its finest

Goodie stuff, if you wanna sound like Bluesbreakers Clapton era, or having that honk that cut through any mix and push your tubes into that sweet spot.

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Singer Guitarist Bassist

Genres:

Rock Blues Blues rock

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