I just snagged this pedal off eBay, and I didn't see a thread on this model... so I thought I'd share a bit.
I found this description online when I first saw the listing. It sounded like a pretty interesting concept, so I wanted to have a listen:
This is my first attempt at taking some gutshots... be gentle.AMT Tube Magnum:
The Tube Magnum is in tube the series of effects based on the valve signal limitation principle. A 12AX7(ECC83) tube is used making it possible to obtain a real valve overdrive with a unique warmth and density of tone characteristics parallel to tube driven amps. Tube Magnum is an overdrive style pedal with less gain than the Tube Platinum. It recreates that classic vintage style warm tube overdrive from your favorite, more expensive amplifiers.
The smallest, best sounding tube overdrive pedal on the market. VERY compact design, making it easy to fit that huge tube tone on your not so big pedalboard!
All AMT pedals are designed to sound equally as good through an amp or direct recorded due to built-in cabinet emulation circuitry.Perfect for live performance and in the studio. You must try one to believe it. The first time you plug one in, you will be instantly addicted to the "AMT Tone".
Tube Magnum's frequency-compensated output can be connected not only to a guitar combo but also directly to mixer or a recorder's input.
Features:
* Size: 112mm (4.4"), 72mm (2.8"), 90mm (3.5")
* Weight: 420g (14.8 oz)
* Control: Level, Low, High, Drive
* Ports: IN, OUT
* Power: Included AC Adapter Only (cannot be powered by a battery)
It's nearly all SMD... with a few stand-up resistors and a couple of caps to go with the tube. I decided to get a look at the inside because the description said that it was an AC-only pedal, but the chassis has a battery compartment. I didn't see anything that looked like a
I'll have to drag this thing out to my bench to get a better look under glass, but first... I think I'll put it back together and make sure it actually works.
Cheers...
Steve