Tubesteader releases the Gainlord™, a dual-channel preamp/overdrive inspired by British amps from the late ’60s through the ’80s, the amps that defined hard rock.
Built on real high-voltage tube circuitry, it delivers the same punch, harmonic richness, and touch-sensitive response as the original amps — all in a compact pedal format.
The low-gain channel is open and gritty, breaking up around 9 o’clock. Push it harder, and it develops a grainy crunch with sagging lows that add warmth and body. The high-gain channel is tighter and more aggressive, with defined notes and extra top-end bite, yet cleans up naturally when the guitar’s volume is rolled back. Both channels include a Bright switch for added presence; on the high-gain channel, it can also provide a subtle gain boost. A 3.5mm TRS jack allows remote control of channel switching and the high-gain Bright switch. The Tone Cut switch offers two modes: a full-output preamp for power amps or cab simulators, or a lower-level overdrive mode with scooped high-mids for front-of-amp use. Power is supplied via the included AC/DC adapter or any 12V DC, 500mA pedalboard supply.
The Gainlord can be used in front of an amp, into a power amp, or directly with a cab simulator. It comes with a wall-mount power supply and a country-specific plug. The Gainlord street price is $349 USD. Available at select retailers or directly from the Tubesteader online store www.tubesteader.com.
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