Lion '68 Super Lead Amp Pedal

The Universal Audio Lion '68 Super Lead Amp pedal is a meticulously crafted amp emulator designed to deliver the iconic British "Plexi" amplifier tones that have defined rock music for decades. Leveraging Universal Audio's renowned dual-engine processing and world-class UAD modeling technology, the Lion '68 aims to provide an unparalleled, authentic experience of three distinct 100-watt Plexi amplifiers in a compact stompbox format. This pedal transcends typical digital modelers, offering rich cleans, aggressive breakup, and hot-rodded roars that are ready for both stage and studio.

At its core, the Lion '68 Super Lead emulates three legendary 100-watt Plexi amplifier setups: the Super Lead, Super Bass, and the "Brown" sound. The Super Lead captures the definitive '68 Plexi tone, characterized by its bright-cap-equipped preamp, delivering an aggressive bite and bell-like cleans. The Super Bass offers a less aggressive, spongier attack with more clean headroom, making it an excellent platform for integrating other drive pedals. For those seeking the legendary "brown sound" popularized by Van Halen, the pedal accurately recreates the sag of a voltage-starved Super Lead amp and the specific speaker combination that defined that iconic tone, offering aggressive sizzle and distinct string-to-string clarity.

Beyond its authentic amp emulations, the Lion '68 incorporates Universal Audio's award-winning Dynamic Speaker Modeling technology, derived from their OX Amp Top Box. This provides users with the authentic thump and character of six classic speaker cabinet setups, complete with perfectly placed studio microphones and dynamic room sounds. The pedal also features authentic boost emulations, including the Maestro EP-III preamp and a Boss GE-10 ten-band EQ, allowing users to push their tones further into saturation. For enhanced control and customization, the UAFX Control mobile app connects via Bluetooth, offering access to an onboard noise gate, custom tones, preset recall and archiving, and additional features. The Lion '68 Super Lead pedal is built with Universal Audio's commitment to timeless design and craftsmanship, ensuring durability and reliable performance for years to come.

Features:

• Three Legendary Amp Emulations:
  • '68 Super Lead: Authentic recreation of the definitive 100-watt Plexi tone with bright cleans and aggressive bite.
  • '68 Super Bass: Offers less aggression, more clean headroom, and a spongier attack, ideal for use with other drive pedals.
  • "Brown" Sound: Captures the iconic hot-rodded tone, including the sag of a variac-voltage Super Lead and specific speaker combinations.
• Dynamic Speaker Modeling: Utilizes Universal Audio's OX Amp Top Box technology to provide six classic speaker cabinet emulations with realistic room sounds and perfectly placed studio mics.
• Authentic Boosts: Includes emulations of a Maestro EP-III preamp and a Boss GE-10 ten-band EQ for additional gain and tonal shaping.
• UAFX Control App Integration: Connects via Bluetooth for mobile app control, allowing access to:
• Onboard noise gate.
• Custom tones and artist presets.
• Preset recall and archiving.
• Deep editing of hidden parameters.
• Dual-Engine Processing: Powerful UAFX dual-engine ensures realistic and responsive amp and effects modeling.
• Buffered Bypass: Maintains signal integrity even with long cable runs.
• Analog Dry-Through: Preserves the integrity of your guitar's dry signal.
• USB-C Connectivity: For firmware updates via computer.
• Rugged Construction: Built with timeless UA design and craftsmanship for durability.
• Mono/Stereo Operation: Supports both mono and stereo setups for versatile use.
• 4-Cable Mode: Allows for seamless integration with traditional amplifier setups, bypassing the amp's preamp section.
• Three Speaker Cab Options (onboard): Vintage Celestion 25-watt Greenbacks, 30-watt Greenbacks, and a blend of 25-watt Greenbacks/JBL D-120Fs.
• Additional Downloadable Cabs: Upon registration, users can access more speaker cabinet models (e.g., 1x12 EV, 2x12 Celestion G12M-65 Creambacks, 4x12 Celestion Vintage 30).

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