BSM Introduces The HS-S Treble Booster Effects Pedal

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As a follow-up of the germanium transistor-loaded, early issue Hornby-Skewes Treble Booster, the late-1969 version, equipped with one of the earliest silicon transistors available, appears on the scene under the BSM brand HS-S.

Compared to its forerunner, the HS-S sounds milder with more mid-range with the guitar's volume pot fully openend, a little bit similar to a wah-wah sound. This new edition includes the same silicon transistors as the original version.

The HS-S Treble Booster has been designed for single coil or humbucking pickups with a relatively low/medium coil inductance, such as pickups in Fender, Rickenbacker or Gibson guitars. In conjunction with these pickups, the HS-S, with the volume control of the guitar turned up to the max, produces a fat, biting and penetrating lead sound, minus any shrill characteristics.

By lowering the guitar's volume control, many shades of crunch can be easily dialed in. Another thing to consider is that when a guitar amp's volume is turned up and reaching saturation, the power amp normally begins to mute the highs, which results in a duller sound. At an amp's full tilt, the HS-S Treble Booster allows a more transparent tone, covering the entire frequency range to shine through.

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The booster is true bypass and can be powered only by battery - no external power supply AC jack. The BSM full guarantee periods are 1 year for all mechanical parts, including the switch, pots, jacks etc., and 3 years for the electronics. BSM stompboxes are built like tanks and should last forever.

MSRP: 165 Euros

For more information, visit their web site at www.treblebooster.net.