Meet the Grace Design BiX Acoustic Preamp, the compact yet powerful companion your acoustic guitar has been waiting for. Inspired by the acclaimed FELiX and AliX preamps, the BiX brings the same pristine audio performance in a pedalboard-friendly format. Experience your guitar's sound with unmatched clarity and precision. From silky, open highs to strong, tight lows, this preamp captures your playing dynamics with vibrancy and truth in sound.

Designed with simplicity in mind, the BiX features easy-to-use controls, including input gain, low- and high-shelving EQ, and a variable 10dB boost circuit. The footswitches for boost and mute provide further control at your feet. I/O includes an instrument input, send and return insert jacks, an unbalanced line output, and a balanced ISO direct output on XLR.

To top it off, the BiX offers enhanced EQ control with rear-panel DIP switches that let you select between two different transition frequencies for both Low and High controls. Its compact, rugged chassis is designed to fit right onto your pedalboard, powered by 9VDC. With the Grace Design BiX, excellence in sound is always within your reach.

Key Features:

• Acoustic preamp pedal with pedalboard-friendly design
• 1/4" high-impedance input, 1/4" unbalanced line output
• Onboard FX send and return
• XLR DI transformer ISO output
• Variable boost (10dB)
• Mute and Boost footswitches
• High and Low shelving EQ
• Selectable equalization roll-off points
• 9VDC operation
• 5-year warranty (transferable)
• Crafted in Grace Design's Longmont, CO factory

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FAQs

What instruments can the Grace Design BiX Acoustic Preamp be used with?

The Grace Design BiX Acoustic Preamp is designed for acoustic instruments, making it ideal for acoustic guitars, mandolins, and other acoustic stringed instruments that require amplification.

Does the Grace Design BiX Acoustic Preamp include any built-in effects?

The Grace Design BiX Acoustic Preamp features a boost effect, which can enhance the signal and provide additional volume when needed.

What kind of power supply is required for the Grace Design BiX Acoustic Preamp?

The Grace Design BiX Acoustic Preamp requires a 9V DC 150mA power supply, which is included with the pedal.

How does the EQ on the Grace Design BiX Acoustic Preamp work?

The Grace Design BiX Acoustic Preamp features a 2-band EQ, allowing you to adjust the tonal balance of your instrument by boosting or cutting the bass and treble frequencies.

Can the Grace Design BiX Acoustic Preamp be used as a direct box?

Yes, the Grace Design BiX Acoustic Preamp includes an XLR DI output, allowing it to function as a direct box for sending a balanced signal to a mixing console or audio interface.

What are the main output options on the Grace Design BiX Acoustic Preamp?

The Grace Design BiX Acoustic Preamp offers a 1/4" output for connecting to an amplifier and an XLR DI output for sending a balanced signal to a PA system or recording device.