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Victory Amplification V4 The Sheriff Preamp Pedal

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$289.00 to $329.00 Price Tier: Standard

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In the Guitar Preamp Pedals category, Victory Amplification V4 The Sheriff Preamp Pedal is priced in the Standard/Professional range. This is quality gear at a fair price point, suitable for beginners, hobbyists, and pros alike.

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Transform your guitar rig with the Victory Amplification V4 The Sheriff Preamp Pedal. This dynamic addition to your pedalboard brings the authentic warmth and character of a British-style tube amplifier right to your feet. Featuring a full tube signal path, it includes an EC900 and three CV4014 tubes that run at high-plate voltage, delivering unrivaled depth and texture.

The V4 The Sheriff is more than just an overdrive pedal; it's a versatile powerhouse with dual channels that cater to your sonic palette. Channel one offers clean and crunchy tones reminiscent of the '60s British blues-rock era, while channel two cranks up the gain for those '80s metal vibes with punchy mids and tight lows. Whether you're going for a vintage sound or a modern edge, this pedal delivers with ease.

Integrate the V4 seamlessly into your setup through its flexible modes. Use it as a standalone pedal for a classic overdrive, or engage its Amp Through Mode to bypass your amp's preamp for a direct tube tone infusion. The three-position Bright switch ensures your sound is optimized for any amplifier and setting, while its solid steel construction with a protection bar guarantees durability no matter how hard you rock.

Key Features:

2-channel tube preamp pedal with 1 x EC900 and 3 x CV4014 tubes
Volume I channel for 1960s-era British clean and crunch
Volume II channel delivers higher gain with pronounced midrange
Modes: Standalone and Amp Through Mode
Effortless channel switching via onboard footswitch or external unit
3-way Bright switch for sound optimization
Rugged steel chassis with control protection bar

Product specs

Available since	September 2018
Design	Floorboard
Tube(s)	Yes
Amp Modeling	No
Effects	No
Headphone Output	No
Direct Out	No
MIDI Interface	No
Integrated Expression Pedal	No
Connections for Pedals or Switches	Yes
Aux-Input	No
Integrated Tuner	No
USB-Port	No
Drum-Computer	No
Overdrive	1
Effect Types	Preamp

FAQs

What type of tubes does the Victory Amplification V4 The Sheriff Preamp Pedal use?: The Victory V4 The Sheriff Preamp Pedal utilizes four tubes to deliver its distinct tone, offering a classic British overdrive sound.
Can the Victory V4 The Sheriff Preamp Pedal be used without an amplifier?: No, the V4 The Sheriff is a preamp pedal designed to shape your tone before it reaches an amplifier. It does not function as a standalone amplifier.
Does the Victory V4 The Sheriff Preamp Pedal include any built-in effects?: The V4 The Sheriff Preamp Pedal does not include built-in effects. It focuses on providing high-quality overdrive and preamp tones.
Is the Victory V4 The Sheriff Preamp Pedal suitable for live performances?: Yes, the V4 The Sheriff is designed for live use, offering robust construction and versatile tones that can be integrated into a live rig.
Can I connect additional pedals or switches to the Victory V4 The Sheriff Preamp Pedal?: Yes, the V4 The Sheriff Preamp Pedal has connections available for integrating additional pedals or switches into your setup.

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Victory V4 The Sheriff Pedal Preamp – Full Demo With Rabea Massaad & Martin Kidd

Victory Amplifiers

Victory V4 Series Sheriff Preamp | SOLID ROCK TONES

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Victory V4 The Sheriff Pedal Preamp Demo w/ Andy Hillier

Sound Affects

Turn Any Amp Into A Plexi? Victory V4 Sheriff

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Victory V4 The Sheriff preamp pedal

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Victory Amps / V4 The Sheriff Pedal Preamp

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PROS

Compatible with various amp setups, enhancing versatility
Offers both classic and modern distortion tones
Provides clean to plexy distortion and overdrive to lead sounds
Allows for detailed sound shaping with EQ and volume control
Brightness adjustment feature for fine-tuning tone
Direct recording capability into an audio interface
Authentic Marshall-style sound replication
High-quality, stable construction with minimal heat on the surface
Excellent play dynamics with endless gain and headroom

CONS

Requires an additional power supply due to its four tube design
Controls (knobs) may feel too light or sensitive

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Features and functionality

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The V4 Sheriff preamp takes drive pedals exceptionally well, providing numerous gain levels using a combination of pedals and volume control, making it versatile for various setups.
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The V4 Sheriff preamp includes the same preamp section from Victory’s larger Sheriff amp head, offering authentic tone in a compact form.
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The shared EQ on the Sheriff V4 is considered more balanced across channels compared to the Kraken, which has significant channel voicing differences.
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Use cases and applications

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Ideal for users seeking a lightweight, ampless rig that emulates a tube feel, particularly when paired with a cabinet simulator like the Neunaber Iconoclast.
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The 4-cable method is recommended for integrating preamps with amps having FX loops, facilitating diverse stage and rehearsal setups without full amp stacks.
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Comparisons

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The Sheriff excels in producing plexi harmonics and saturation but is less effective for cleans compared to "The Countess" or metal tones compared to "The Kraken."
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Users find the Copper V4 preamp pleasing for clean and crunch tones, while the Sheriff V4 is favored for its cab performance, despite weaker cab sims.
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The best cab sim on the Kraken V4 amp is identified as the first preset, while the Copper V4's favored presets are the last two, featuring 4x12 cabs.
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User experience

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Owners report that while "The Sheriff" can maintain a bit of dirt, it serves well as a platform for compressors and klone pedals in performance setups.
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Owners report the Kraken V4 amp has a design flaw: channel 1 overemphasizes lower mids when gain is increased, potentially overwhelming band mixes.
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Setup and maintenance

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Users have reported issues achieving clean tones at lower volume settings, noting a weak, spitty sound with diminished sustain, even after adjusting the master level.
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One owner opened the unit to reseat the tubes, indicating this as a potential troubleshooting step when experiencing tonal inconsistencies.
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Some users experience a persistent humming noise, suggesting potential electrical interference or faulty units, though not universally reported.
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Software and compatibility

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The preamp was tested with an Orange Pedal Baby 100 and Two Notes Captor X, but clean tones remained elusive, suggesting compatibility issues in certain setups.
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The Torpedo Remote app allows users to adjust cab sims via USB, offering customization for different tonal preferences.
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Critic Reviews

The Sheriff V4 Preamp Review: The four valves running the Sheriff V4 produce thick rich tones... | Victory Amps | Guitar Effects | Reviews @ Ultimate-Guitar.Com

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Victory Amplification's Sheriff V4 Preamp is a standout for those craving authentic Marshall Plexi tones in a pedal format. With its valve-driven design, it delivers rich, dynamic sounds that easily surpass typical pedals. The build quality is exceptional, ensuring durability for gigging musicians. However, it does have a few quirks; the first channel isn't entirely clean, and while it works well with dirt pedals, channel two can introduce noise when cranked high. At $499 USD, it's an investment, but for players looking to enhance their rig's tonal versatility, the Sheriff V4 is a formidable choice.

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