WEM WEMCOPICAT-U Copicat Preamp+Boost, Guitar Effect Pedal, Tape Echo Preamp Recreation with Level and Freq Controls

The WEM CCB-1 Copicat Preamp+Boost brings the legendary sound of the iconic WEM Copicat tape echo preamp to your pedalboard in a compact, modern format. This faithful recreation captures the distinctive preamp circuit that powered the British-made Copicat tape echo units heard on countless classic recordings from the 1960s and 1970s. With over 20dB of boost available, this pedal transforms your guitar tone with vintage British character. The Level control adjusts your output volume, while the innovative Freq control shapes your bass response—turn it clockwise for full-bodied tone that enhances thin single coils, or counterclockwise to tame overpowering humbuckers. Whether you're seeking authentic vintage warmth or simply need a powerful, musical boost with tone-shaping capabilities, the CCB-1 delivers the sonic magic of the original Copicat preamp in a pedalboard-friendly enclosure. This versatile preamp and boost pedal is perfect for guitarists who want to add classic British tone and substantial gain to their signal chain. AUTHENTIC COPICAT PREAMP: Recreation of the original 1960s WEM Copicat tape echo preamp circuit, delivering classic British tone-shaping in a compact pedal format. POWERFUL BOOST: Provides over +20dB of clean boost to drive your amplifier or push your signal chain with vintage-inspired gain characteristics. FREQ CONTROL: Adjustable bass response control allows you to dial in full-range boost for single coils clockwise, or trim low-end for humbuckers counter-clockwise. LEVEL CONTROL: Independent level knob provides precise output adjustment to match your guitar and amplifier setup for optimal signal strength. COMPACT DIMENSIONS: Pedalboard-friendly design measures 2.76 inches wide, 4.13 inches tall, and 6.5 inches deep, weighing just 1.32 pounds for easy integration into any rig. TRUE BYPASS WIRING: Electronic True Bypass switching ensures your guitar signal passes through unaffected when the pedal is disengaged, preserving your original tone. VINTAGE HERITAGE: Decades of vintage Copicat tape echo legacy captured in modern pedal form, trusted by professional musicians and tone enthusiasts worldwide.