Laney Black Country Customs Nathan East Digbeth Bass Preamp

Experience world-class bass tone with the Laney DB-EAST-PRE, a professional-grade preamp designed for musicians who demand uncompromising sound and flexibility. Handcrafted in Birmingham, England, this pedalboard-friendly unit captures the signature tone of Nathan East, one of the most recorded bass players in history, delivering reliability and superior sound for live performance, touring and studio use.

Main Features

• Developed in collaboration with Nathan East, offering his iconic bass tone
• Compact, rugged design ideal for pedalboards and travel
• Handcrafted in Laney’s Black Country Customs workshop, Birmingham
• Dual input design for seamless instrument switching during sets
• Trim control on second input for precise level matching between basses
• Preloaded with authentic LA IR cabinet impulse responses from real studio rigs
• Automatic IR adaptation per input to maintain consistent tone
• Dedicated companion app for DI settings, EQ control and tone shaping
• Tube channel with independent EQ controls for rich harmonic drive
• Range control for enhanced low-end response and punch
• Selectable mid pre shape voicing for tailored tonal sculpting

Signature Bass Tone, Proven by Decades of Experience

Nathan East’s legendary career shapes the DB-EAST-PRE’s design, prioritising musicality and practical performance needs over mere specifications. Drawing on over fifty years of session and tour experience, this preamp ensures your tone is authentic, adaptable and consistent, no matter where or how you play.

Effortless Switching Between Instruments

Featuring two separate inputs, the DB-EAST-PRE is built for bassists who switch between instruments live. Whether moving between electric and acoustic basses, or active and passive pickups, the dedicated trim on input two guarantees smooth level matching without interrupting your sound.

Studio-Quality Cabinet Impulse Responses

Bring the studio to your stage with Nathan East’s preferred LA IR cabinet impulse responses. Far from generic simulations, these carefully selected IRs are sampled from actual cabinets used on iconic recordings. Automatic IR adaptation ensures each instrument retains its tonal integrity instantly when switched. Customise your sound further via the companion app, adjusting parametric EQ, DI levels and more to suit any venue or studio environment.

Precision Controls for Total Tone Shaping

Control your output with the master volume, preserving the unique character of the preamp. Engage the tube channel to add warmth and harmonic texture, with dedicated EQ controls allowing full tonal refinement. The range control enhances your bass’s low end, while selectable mid pre shape voicings let you fine-tune your core sound with confidence.

Handcrafted Quality Built to Perform

Each DB-EAST-PRE is meticulously built by hand in Birmingham, combining rugged durability with a sleek, compact design perfect for any pedalboard. Engineered to withstand the rigours of touring and rigorous studio sessions, this preamp delivers professional performance wherever you play.

Elevate your bass rig with the Laney DB-EAST-PRE — premium tone made practical for the modern musician.

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