Laney IRTPulse Ironheart Tube Preamp USB Audio Interface

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The UK-designed Laney IRTPulse Tube preamp packs cabinet emulation, USB interfacing, headphone output, and -- most importantly -- killer tone into one box.

The Laney IRTPulse Ironheart tube preamp is a unique product designed and engineered in the U.K. to give guitar players the most versatile all-tube preamp in the business. IRT-PULSE is an all-tube multi-functional USB guitar interface, preamp, practice tool and fly rig.

Innovative British Design & Engineering

Forged deep in the Black Country, the Ironheart series continues the legacy begun decades before with amps such as the Laney KLIPP and AOR. Packed full of features, amazing tone and a thoroughly modern and aggressive look, the Ironheart models are extremely versatile modern amplifiers.

USB Output: Direct Into Your DAW

Plug into the IRT-PULSE and instantly have your tube tone wherever you want it in your DAW. The IRT-PULSE enables re-amping at the push of a button, saving valuable time in the studio nailing your guitar tone. The IRT-PULSE works across any platform: PC/Mac/iPad/Android.

Cabinet Emulation

With on-board cabinet emulation and a headphone facility the IRT-PULSE is a totally silent all tube practice rig. With comprehensive EQ and on board cabinet emulation the IRT-PULSE is the ultimate compact rig.

Pedalboard Preamp

Use the IRT-PULSE as a pre-amp in your pedal board setup with its footswitching capability for a great all-tube pre-amp and boost. Requires Laney FS1 footswitch.

Plug In and Practice

Simply plug in your headphones and backing tracks into the IRT-PULSE for silent practice.

Ultimate Fly Rig

Simply plug into the PA and you read more are ready -- nothing could be simpler or sound better than an IRT-PULSE. Try it with an IRT-X for the ultimate small, high-powered rig! If your amp lets you down mid-gig, simply plug your IRT-X directly into the PA and carry on with great all-tube tone. read less

- Aux In: Mini Jack for external sound source
- Channel Controls: Gain & Volume
- Equalisation: Bright, Dark & EQ Preshape options
- Headphone Socket: Mini jack - with Volume control
- Inputs: Jack input for Guitar
- Packed Dimensions (HxWxD INCHES): 4 x 4.5 x 8.7"
- Unit Dims - for int. case (HxWxD Inches): 3.5 x 3.5 x 5"
- Weight: 2.2lbs packed, 1.87lbs unit
- Bright Switch: Yes
- USB Connectivity: USB2.0 I/O interface
- RE-AMP Enabled: Leadless reamping. Dry and Amped signal supplied via USB i/O
- Bag: Velvet carry bag supplied
- Cabinet Emulation: Switchable on board cabinet emulation

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 615-793-8787
Email: support@laney.co.uk

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (2 ratings)
Submitted June 5, 2019 by Donavon Jones in Piney Flats, TN

"Amazing"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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So good. Takes some time to dial your tone in. But the difference between this pedal and not having it going into a pa is astounding. I havent used my fender tube amp since I got this pedal. It could use a xlr out and maybe a few features for more precise frequency control or a couple cab sims to chose from. But an incredible pedal for the price

Sound
The sound of this pedal is not super easy to dial in because it is so versatile. BUT! once you find what works with your set up it is hands down the best sounding alternative I have ever heard to replace an actual tube amp. I have played a fender blues deluxe for almost ten year. Since i got this pedal the amp hasn't been used.

Features
The most useful is having true tube sound in a pedal, and the eq options offer huge options in tone. The cab simulator is great, it would be nice to maybe have 2 or 3 cab options. But the one it has is really good. It would also be nice to have a XLR out for going into a PA.

Ease of Use
It is simple to see the controls and use it. But it is very sensitive and every button has a massive sound change, none are really bad. But it can take some time to find the "sweet spot" on it. Just like an amp

Quality
The casing is metal and the cage over the tubes seems very strong. The buttons feel a like flimsy. But once you find your tone that probably doesnt matter

Value read more
This pedal is well worth the money. If it had some extra features like a few more cab sims and maybe a little more specific frequency control I'd pay over $300 for it.

Manufacturer Support
I have not dealt with their support

The Wow Factor
Amazing. The difference between this pedal and going into a PA is astounding.

Musical Background:
Professionally

Musical Style:
Rock, alt rock, post rock
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