Detail 01
Two independent inputs with dedicated DI outputs
Each connected bass has its own DI path; input selection is footswitchable.
Product detailSKU #1500000477993
LaneyDigbeth Nathan East DB-EAST-PRE Bass Preamp Pedal - Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Laney's DB-EAST-PRE is a bass preamp and DI pedal for a two-bass rig, live signal routing, and post-IR USB recording. Each independent input has its own DI output, and a footswitch selects between them; input 2 also has a trim pot for level matching. Choose FET, tube, or blended operation, then refine the signal with three-band EQ, selectable mid pre-shapes, Tilt, Range, and master volume. Preloaded DBV212 and DBV410 IRs switch automatically with the selected input.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Keeping two basses connected and switching between their dedicated DI paths by footswitch.
- Sending post-IR audio over USB-C for silent recording into a DAW.
- Managing instrument-specific DI and IR settings through the LA·IR app.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- A setup requiring more than two independent instrument inputs.
- Operation without a 9V DC power source capable of supplying 900 mA.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
FET, tube, or blended input modes
Lets you select or combine the pedal's two preamp stages.
Detail 03
LA·IR with DBV212 and DBV410 IRs
Cabinet impulse responses are preloaded and change automatically when inputs are selected.
Detail 04
USB-C audio, post IR
Transfers audio after cabinet impulse response processing for DAW recording.
Detail 05
Range control
Adjusts low-frequency signal before distortion.
Detail 06
Footswitchable bypass and mute
Allows either function to be engaged by footswitch.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Provide 9V DC power with 900 mA available.
- 02Use the LA·IR app when you need to manage IRs or the independent parametric DI EQ.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can two basses remain connected?
Yes. It has two independent instrument inputs, selected by footswitch, with a dedicated DI output for each.
02Can it record directly to a DAW?
Yes. USB-C provides audio input and output post IR for silent recording workflows.
03Which cabinet IRs are included?
Nathan East DBV212 and DBV410 cabinet IRs are preloaded.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsSound
- Speaker Emulation
- LA·IR cabinet impulse response technology
5 detailsPickups & controls
- Preamp Design
- Dual input stages with FET and tube circuitry
- Low End Control
- Range control for adjusting low-frequency signal pre-distortion
- Additional EQ Control
- Tilt control
- Input Switching
- Footswitchable between input 1 and input 2
- Midrange Control
- Parametric mid with selectable pre-shapes
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
7 detailsConnections & power
- Aux Input
- Yes
- Instrument Inputs
- Two independent instrument inputs
- Input Modes
- FET, tube or blended FET and tube
- Input Matching
- Trim pot on input 2 for level matching
- Power Requirement
- 9V DC
- DI Outputs
- Dedicated DI output per input
- Tuner Output
- Yes
1 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions Wxhxd
- 2.56 inch x 2.24 inch x 4.33 inch
16 detailsOther
- Tube Channel Features
- Selectable gain characteristics
- Current Draw
- 900 mA
- Ground Lift
- Yes
- Factory Irs
- Nathan East DBV212 and DBV410 cabinet IRs pre-loaded
- DI EQ
- Independent parametric EQ configurable via app
- Manufacturing
- Handcrafted in the United Kingdom
- Model
- DB-EAST-PRE
- Ir Behavior
- IR switches automatically with input selection
- USB Audio
- Audio in and out post IR
- App Integration
- LA·IR app for IR and EQ management
- USB Connection
- USB-C
- Master Volume
- Yes
- Bypass Function
- Footswitchable bypass and mute
- Product Type
- Bass preamp and DI pedal
- Series
- Digbeth
- EQ Type
- 3-band EQ
