"The introduction of Mk.gee's innovative pedal: JHS Pedals has transformed the iconic Tascam 424 multi-track tones into a compact stompbox, mentioning its newly unveiled gadget"
JHS Pedals has officially revealed its latest offering, the 424 Gain Stage, a preamp pedal that takes sonic cues from the iconic Tascam Portastudio 424. This innovative stompbox aims to bring the distinctive lo-fi, elastic, and saturated tones of the vintage multi-track recorder into the modern age.
The story behind the 424 Gain Stage began with cryptic posts on JHS Pedals' Instagram account, sparking speculation amongst gear forums and social media platforms. The anticipation grew as Josh Scott, founder of JHS, revealed that the inspiration for the pedal came from the unique sound of musician Mk.gee, who famously used a Tascam 424 in his guitar rig.
The 424 Gain Stage features a simple control layout with one footswitch and parameters for Volume, Bass, Treble, Gain 1 (Trim), and Gain 2 (Channel Volume). This design allows players to dial in the famous gritty, elastic, tape-saturated tones without needing the full vintage hardware.
In a demonstration, Scott showcased the diverse array of rubbery clean tones, high headroom, and smashed-out fuzz that the 424 Gain Stage offers. By plugging into the pedal, players will be able to harness the same tones as if they were running straight through the Tascam unit.
JHS Pedals has over a thousand units of the 424 Gain Stage ready to ship, and it is now available for $249. The pedal offers regular jack I/Os and a balanced XLR output with a ground lift for wider rig assimilation.
The increasing popularity of vintage cassette multi-track recorders, with Mk.gee being a notable figure, has been well-documented. The 424 Gain Stage is an authentic and perfectly replicated single channel strip from the Tascam 424, aiming to provide modern players with easy access to Mk.gee’s sought-after tone, as well as those tones associated with other artists like Mac DeMarco and Steve Lacy.
For those interested in learning more about the 424 Gain Stage, JHS Pedals invites you to visit their website. This preamp pedal is set to be a game-changer for indie and lo-fi musicians, offering a compact, versatile stompbox that captures the character of running a guitar rig directly into a Tascam Portastudio 424.
- JHS Pedals' latest offering, the 424 Gain Stage, is a preamp pedal inspired by the iconic Tascam Portastudio 424, aiming to bring the distinctive lo-fi, elastic, and saturated tones of the vintage multi-track recorder into the modern age.
- The 424 Gain Stage features a simple control layout with one footswitch and parameters for Volume, Bass, Treble, Gain 1 (Trim), and Gain 2 (Channel Volume), allowing players to dial in the famous gritty, elastic, tape-saturated tones without needing the full vintage hardware.
- In a demonstration, Josh Scott, founder of JHS Pedals, showcased the diverse array of rubbery clean tones, high headroom, and smashed-out fuzz that the 424 Gain Stage offers, offering players the ability to harness the same tones as if they were running straight through the Tascam unit.
- The 424 Gain Stage, priced at $249, offers regular jack I/Os and a balanced XLR output with a ground lift for wider rig assimilation, making it a compelling gadget for music lovers, technology enthusiasts, and entertainment seekers alike.
