jtm45 preamp pedal Tone King | ROYALIST | Tri-Tube 12AX7 Preamp, DI, IR & Cabinet Simulator | Based on JTM45 / BluesBreaker / Plexi / Super Lead | Pre-Order (Ships in March 2026)

jtm45 preamp pedal Tone King | ROYALIST | Tri-Tube 12AX7 Preamp, DI, IR & Cabinet Simulator | Based on JTM45 / BluesBreaker / Plexi / Super Lead | Pre-Order (Ships in March 2026)The Royalist Tube Preamp Pedal distils the essence of classic British rock tone into a compact, pedalboard ready format. Inspired by Tone Kings Royalist MKIII amplifier, it spans the full lineage of British drive from early JTM style sweetness, through Plexi crunch, to the bold, authoritative roar of late 60s and early 70s rock amps. At its core are three 12AX7 valves running at proper high voltage, delivering the touch sensitivity, harmonic bloom,

The Royalist Tube Preamp Pedal distils the essence of classic British rock tone into a compact, pedalboard-ready format. Inspired by Tone King’s Royalist MKIII amplifier, it spans the full lineage of British drive - from early JTM-style sweetness, through Plexi crunch, to the bold, authoritative roar of late-’60s and early-’70s rock amps.

At its core are three 12AX7 valves running at proper high voltage, delivering the touch sensitivity, harmonic bloom, and dynamic response of a real tube amplifier. Two fully independent channels mirror the original amp’s gain structure and feel, each equipped with a FAT switch and a three-way era voicing selector. Clean, edge-of-breakup, or full-throttle drive tones are all on tap, with the unmistakable response of a genuine British circuit.

Each channel features era-accurate tone stacks for authentic flavour. One channel is voiced after vintage JTM45, Bassman, and Super Bass EQ curves, while the other reflects later British Lead designs with a more forward midrange. The result is two complementary voices that can be dialled close or used as distinctly different channels within the same rig.

A key part of the Royalist’s realism is its built-in Zero Watt Power Amp. This true phase inverter circuit recreates the harmonic interaction between preamp and power section, capturing the feel of an overdriven amp without excessive volume. It is a critical detail that sets the Royalist apart from typical preamp pedals.

For modern setups, the Royalist includes a low-latency IR cabinet and power amp simulation engine, ready for direct recording, FOH, or silent practice. A selection of premium OwnHammer IRs is preloaded, with additional options available via the editor software. Whether used standalone, with an external power amp, or integrated into a larger effects-loop system, the Royalist delivers authentic British tone with contemporary flexibility.

• Three 12AX7 tubes running at true high voltage

• Two fully independent channels with FAT switch per channel

• Three-way era voicing per channel - 1964 (JTM45 / BluesBreaker), 1967 (Plexi), 1970 (Super Lead)

• Era-accurate tone stacks for classic British response

• Built-in Zero Watt Power Amp with real phase inverter circuit

• Integrated IR cabinet and power amp simulation for direct output

• Preloaded OwnHammer IRs with additional IR management via editor software

• MIDI support with up to 128 savable presets

• Flexible routing for stage, studio, or hybrid amp setups