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Description

Elevate your sound with the Radial Engineering BigShot PB1 Class-A Power Booster, a beacon of purity in the realm of boost effects pedals. Crafted for musicians who crave the essence of a Class-A signal path, this pedal offers a seamless increase in volume without sacrificing tone. Whether you're aiming to cut through the mix during a soulful solo or add some richness to your rhythm section, the BigShot PB1 stands ready. Its distinct "Drag" control feature ensures your guitar's character remains intact, offering a versatile tool for tone shaping that respects the integrity of your instrument's natural sound.

Key Features:

  • Class-A signal path for pure, uncolored boost
  • Up to 15dB of clean boost, perfect for solos or enhancing your overall presence
  • "Drag" control allows for precise impedance adjustments, ensuring your tone stays true
  • Active buffer circuitry ideal for long cable runs without signal degradation
  • Discrete design that integrates smoothly with any pedalboard setup

Product specs

Brand Radial
Model BigShot PB1
Finish Orange
Year 2010s
Made In Canada
Categories Overdrive and Boost Pedals

FAQs

What is the primary function of the Radial Engineering BigShot PB1 Power Booster?

The Radial BigShot PB1 is designed to provide a clean boost to your guitar signal, enhancing volume without altering your tone. It's ideal for solos or when you need an extra push in your sound.

Does the BigShot PB1 Power Booster affect the original tone of my guitar?

The BigShot PB1 is engineered to maintain the integrity of your guitar's original tone while providing a transparent boost. Its Class-A circuitry ensures minimal coloration of your sound.

Is the Radial BigShot PB1 suitable for use with both electric and acoustic guitars?

Yes, the BigShot PB1 can be used with both electric and acoustic guitars, offering a clean boost that enhances the natural sound of either instrument without distortion.

Does the Radial BigShot PB1 require a power supply, or can it run on batteries?

The BigShot PB1 is a passive pedal and does not require a power supply or batteries, making it convenient for pedalboard integration without additional power needs.

How does the Radial BigShot PB1 differ from typical overdrive pedals?

Unlike overdrive pedals that add distortion, the BigShot PB1 is a clean boost pedal, designed to increase volume while preserving your guitar's natural tone without adding gain or distortion.

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Reviews

PROS

  • Provides a significant power boost without tone coloration

  • Enhances clean rhythm tones and solos

  • High build quality and sturdiness

  • Completely noiseless operation

  • True Class-A circuitry for transparency

  • Easy to adjust with drag and gain knobs

  • Ideal for long cable runs

  • Can be always on, controlling volume with guitar knob

CONS

  • Limited exploration of all features by some users

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See how Dan Auerbach uses Radial Engineering BigShot PB1 Class-A Power Booster

Dan Auerbach

Guitarist, Keyboardist

The Black Keys

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Dan's Radial Engineering BigShot PB1 Class-A Power Booster can be seen at 9:08 into this video.

See how Paul Weller uses Radial Engineering BigShot PB1 Class-A Power Booster

Paul Weller

Keyboardist, Composer

The Style Council

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At 0:59 you can clearly see Paul's pedalboard.

See how Steve Stevens uses Radial Engineering BigShot PB1 Class-A Power Booster

Steve Stevens

Guitarist

Michael Jackson (band)

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"And then I had a new pedalboard built by Trailer Trash just for home and on that I’ve got a Radial booster with a buffer, then there’s a Megavibe on there that’s made by KR."

See how Andrew Taylor uses Radial Engineering BigShot PB1 Class-A Power Booster

Andrew Taylor

Singer, Guitarist

Duran Duran

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In this interview with Andy, his pedalboard appears at 3:52, and there it is (4:05-08), the Radial Engineering BigShot PB1 Class-A Power Booster.

See how Marty Stuart uses Radial Engineering BigShot PB1 Class-A Power Booster

Marty Stuart

Guitarist

Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives

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I believe a musicians' tone is their signature and Radial helps me define who I am.

Stuart about Radial products.

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