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Description

Experience the magic of simultaneous, noise-free playing with two amps using the Radial Bones Twin City. The Twin City is an active ABY switcher and buffer that allows you to connect and drive two amps at once without any loss of gain and without compromising your natural guitar tone.

The Twin City employs Radial's highly acclaimed buffering technology and Drag Control load correction circuitry, identical to the award-winning Radial JD7 Injector. The Drag Control, a 'set and forget' feature, compensates for cable signal loss and introduces the optimal amount of loading to reproduce the unique interaction between your guitar and amp.

To eliminate hum and buzz from ground loops, the Twin City is equipped with an isolation transformer on output B. This is supplemented with a ground lift switch and a 180-degree polarity reverse switch, ensuring both amplifiers play in phase while minimizing noise, even when using older vintage amps.

Constructed from heavy 14-gauge steel, the Twin City is built to withstand the rigors of a busy stage. It employs Radial's EIS—Electronic Impulse Switching—for unmatched performance without the challenges posed by mechanical switches. Bright, easy-to-see LEDs provide on-stage switching cues, so you always know exactly where you are.

Key Features:

  • Buffered ABY with Drag load correction
  • Isolated output eliminates hum and buzz
  • 180-degree polarity sets both amps in phase
  • Compact design for easy fitting on any pedalboard
  • Toggle and Both footswitches
  • Standard 'Boss style' 9V power operation (power supply not included)

Product specs

Power 9V
NYC LP Player

NYC LP Player

Radial Twin City ABY Drag Feature Demo

Video thumbnail for Radial Twin City ABY Drag Feature Demo by NYC LP Player

Radial Twin City ABY Drag Feature Demo

NYC LP Player

NYC LP Player

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Radial Engineering Bones Twin City Active ABY Switcher/Buffer Overview | Full Compass

Full Compass

Full Compass

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[NAMM 2009] Radial Twin City Bones ABY

Audiofanzine in English

Audiofanzine in English

Video thumbnail for AUDIO TEST #40 Audio Test: RADIAL Twin City Bones - Massimo Varini by Massimo Varini’s GuitarTribe

AUDIO TEST #40 Audio Test: RADIAL Twin City Bones - Massimo Varini

Massimo Varini’s GuitarTribe

Massimo Varini’s GuitarTribe

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Radial Engineering Bones Twin City ABY Amp Switcher Demo'd At Winter NAMM

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gearwire

Reviews

PROS

  • Eliminates ground loop noise when running dual amps

  • Preserves original tone without loss

  • Versatile: blend or separate signals for diverse sounds

  • Ground lift switch effectively resolves hum issues

  • Solid build quality, durable for live and studio use

  • Easy to use with clear LED indicators

  • Compatible with pedal power supplies, no need for batteries

  • Features like drag control and phase correction enhance performance

  • Enables creative signal routing options for musicians

CONS

  • B output switches feel cheap and delicate

  • Pricier than many ABY switches on the market

  • Considered unattractive by some users

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Radial Twin City ABY Switcher.

Features and functionality

  • The in-phase switch on the Radial Bones Twin City is invaluable for pairing amps, enhancing the tone by filling out missing frequencies.

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  • The drag control and class-A buffer preserve tone over long cable runs, maintaining sound quality.

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  • The footswitches operate without noise, eliminating popping sounds during amp switching.

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  • The passive Bigshot includes a tuner out, which can creatively be used as an additional amp output in experimental setups.

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Use cases and applications

  • Users successfully set up a wet-dry configuration by running modulation and delay effects solely through the Fender amp, while overdrive is shared between both amps.

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  • Using the Twin City allows for seamless home setups to switch between two amps without noticeable signal degradation.

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User experience

  • The pedal's ability to pair a bright Fender with a darker Trace Elliot amp creates a massive sound, with each amp complementing the other's tonal characteristics.

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Build quality

  • The pedal is praised for its bomb-proof build quality, ensuring reliability during transport and use.

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Setup and maintenance

  • The ground lift feature effectively removes ground loop hum, contributing to a quiet setup.

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Comparisons

  • Users frustrated with the Boss AB-2 appreciate the Twin City's superior switch reliability and power options.

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  • The passive Radial Bigshot is noted for sound quality in A/B setups but suffers from signal loss in Y mode, unlike the active Twin City which maintains signal strength.

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Works great! does what it claims to do

I use this pedal to split the signal between 2 amps (wet dry) and it works flawlessly.

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high quality switcher

Very high quality switch with ability to phase correct and isolate in a 2 amp set up - highly recommended

Artist usage

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See how Brian Welch uses Radial Twin City ABY Switcher

Brian Welch

Singer, Guitarist

Korn

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Verified via YouTube

at 17:25, he talks about this pedal in his rig

See how Larry "Ler" LaLonde uses Radial Twin City ABY Switcher

Larry "Ler" LaLonde

Guitarist

Primus

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Verified via YouTube

Displayed at 14:25 of this Rig Rundown for Larry "Ler" LaLonde of Primus, is a Maxon Ph 350 Rotary Phaser.

See how Theresa Wayman uses Radial Twin City ABY Switcher

Theresa Wayman

Singer, Guitarist

Warpaint

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Verified via Photo

In this photo of Theresa Wayman's pedalboard during the European Warpaint tour in 2022, you can clearly see the Tonebone Bones Twin-City ABY pedal.

See how Brian "Head" Welch uses Radial Twin City ABY Switcher

Brian "Head" Welch

Guitarist

Korn

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Verified via YouTube

Can be seen at 15:29.

See how Phil X uses Radial Twin City ABY Switcher

Phil X

Singer, Guitarist

Bon Jovi

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Verified via Photo

You can see the Tonebone Bones Twin-City Pedal on a picture Phil X posted of his pedalboard on Instagram.

See how Laurie Vincent uses Radial Twin City ABY Switcher

Laurie Vincent

Singer, Guitarist

Slaves

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Verified via MusicRadar

Laurie Vincent of Slaves uses the Tonebone Bones Twin-City ABY Guitar Effects Switcher as part of his extensive pedalboard setup. In an interview with MusicRadar, Vincent discusses his pedalboard, which also includes the Carl Martin Octa-Switch, Electro-Harmonix Micro POG, and Big Ear NYC pedals, highlighting his preference for simplicity and functionality in his gear choices.

See how Keyan Zand uses Radial Twin City ABY Switcher

Keyan Zand

Guitarist

Julie

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Verified via Photo

in this image, you can see this pedal on keyans pedalboard

See how Jeff Matz uses Radial Twin City ABY Switcher

Jeff Matz

Bassist

High On Fire

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Verified via Effects Bay
See how Charles Michael Parks, Jr. uses Radial Twin City ABY Switcher

Charles Michael Parks, Jr.

Singer, Guitarist

All Them Witches

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Verified via Photo

In an Instagram post by Ben McLeod and Premier Guitar, a Radial Twin City ABY Switcher is visible on Jr's pedalboard in the second slide.

See how Bruno Major uses Radial Twin City ABY Switcher

Bruno Major

Singer, Guitarist

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Verified via Photo

In a video posted on Instagram, Bruno Major can be seen using the Radial Bones Twin City pedal during a performance of "Old Soul."

See how Paul Jackson uses Radial Twin City ABY Switcher

Paul Jackson

Guitarist

Blackberry Smoke

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Verified via Premier Guitar

Paul Jackson uses the Radial Bones Twin City ABY Amp Switcher as part of his pedalboard, as confirmed in the "Rig Rundown: Blackberry Smoke's Charlie Starr & Paul Jackson [2023]" video by John Bohlinger on Premier Guitar.

See how Hernan Terry Langer uses Radial Twin City ABY Switcher

Hernan Terry Langer

Guitarist, Composer

Carajo

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Verified via YouTube

Hernán's Twin City pedal can be seen at 1:21 in this video

Album Usage

The Radial Twin City ABY Switcher has been featured on the following albums:

Genre Usage

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