Introducing the Vertex Effects Steel String Supreme - a versatile gear designed for the music enthusiasts and professionals alike. This impressive device is not just a guitar pedal but a full-fledged amplifier circuit housed in a compact, pedal-sized box. It's a 100% analog solid state preamplifier, designed to inject rich, warm tones into your music.

Derived from Vertex's standard Steel String MKII, the Supreme model boasts an independent EQ section and five additional tone-shaping controls. This flexible device is designed to fit seamlessly into your setup - whether you use it directly with your mixer or interface, pair it with your digital modeling amplifier, or use it in front of your tube amplifier.

The Steel String Supreme excels in delivering Mayer-style compressed clean and lead tones, replicating the sounds of a legendary six-figure tube amp. It's characterized by a fat, clean, compressed sound that infuses your signals with tube-like harmonics as you dial up the gain. The pedal's active EQ and Bright/Deep + Rock/Jazz switches offer a wide spectrum of tone-shaping capabilities, from subtle fattening and clean compression to full-on overdrive.

Key Features:

• Based on model #001 of an original run of legendary 6L6 blues machines
• A true amp in a box – designed to go into tube amp or direct to Cab Sim/IR Loader
• Inspiring touch sensitivity, warmth, and sparkle
• Versatile Gain and Level controls make this a capable clean boost or full-on overdrive
• Active EQ, Bright/Deep switch, and Rock/Jazz switch supply plenty of tone-shaping potential
• Rugged metal housing
• Authentic D-style labels
• True bypass switching preserves your signal between uses
• Designed in California

Product specs

FAQs

What kind of tones can I expect from the Vertex Effects Steel String Supreme for blues music?

The Vertex Effects Steel String Supreme is designed to emulate the clean, dynamic response of a Dumble-style amplifier, making it ideal for blues. It offers rich, warm overdrive tones with a smooth sustain, perfect for expressive, nuanced playing.

Does the Vertex Effects Steel String Supreme work well with both single-coil and humbucker pickups?

Yes, the Vertex Effects Steel String Supreme is versatile and works well with both single-coil and humbucker pickups, maintaining clarity and dynamics across different guitar types.

Is the Vertex Effects Steel String Supreme suitable for use with a bass guitar?

While primarily designed for electric guitars, the Vertex Effects Steel String Supreme can be used with a bass guitar, but it may not fully capture the low-end frequencies essential for bass tones.

What power supply is required for the Vertex Effects Steel String Supreme?

The Vertex Effects Steel String Supreme requires a standard 9V DC power supply, ideally with a center-negative polarity, which is common for most pedalboards.

How does the Vertex Effects Steel String Supreme differ from a typical overdrive pedal?

Unlike typical overdrive pedals, the Steel String Supreme focuses on replicating the clean, articulate tones of a high-end Dumble amp, offering a more transparent and dynamic response.