{"product_id":"greer-amps-special-request-fet-preamp-boost-pedal-used","title":"Greer Amps Special Request FET Preamp Boost Pedal – Used","description":"\u003ch2\u003eQuick Product Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGreer Amps Special Request\u003c\/strong\u003e is a deceptively simple single-knob preamp and boost pedal designed to enhance the natural character, clarity and responsiveness of your existing guitar and amplifier setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased around a \u003cstrong\u003eD-style FET preamp circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e, it can be used at unity gain as a subtle tone enhancer or turned up to push an amplifier harder for increased saturation and touch sensitivity. This \u003cstrong\u003eused example is in Good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing signs of previous use consistent with a pre-owned pedal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes the Greer Special Request Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Special Request draws inspiration from the FET input stages found in highly regarded boutique valve amplifiers. Rather than simply making your guitar louder, the circuit adds subtle compression, increased articulation and a focused midrange character while retaining the core sound of your instrument and amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts single-knob layout makes operation exceptionally straightforward. Lower settings can provide subtle tonal enhancement, while higher settings increase output and can push a valve amplifier or downstream drive pedal into greater saturation. It is also particularly effective when stacked with overdrive and distortion pedals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Special Request is ideal for guitarists who already like the fundamental sound of their guitar and amplifier but want additional clarity, response and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works particularly well as an always-on preamp, clean-to-moderate boost, valve-amp driver or as part of a stacked gain setup for blues, rock, country, Americana, indie and heavier styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEffect Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFET Preamp \/ Boost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsed – Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCircuit Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD-Style FET Preamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Output \/ Boost Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharacter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDynamic Tone Enhancement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoubled from 9V to 18V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBypass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrue Bypass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9V DC or 9V Battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent Draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 6mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pedal is in \u003cstrong\u003egood used condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, with visible cosmetic signs of previous ownership and regular pedalboard use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt remains a solid working example suitable for rehearsal, recording and live performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreer Amps Special Request Pedal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo power supply included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEffect Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreamp \/ Boost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCircuit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFET Preamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Layout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-Knob\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGain Character\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate Boost \/ Tone Enhancement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdditional Character\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubtle Compression \u0026amp; Midrange Enhancement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Voltage Doubler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Operating Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 18V from 9V Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrue Bypass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x 1\/4\" Jack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x 1\/4\" Jack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9V DC Only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolarity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCentre Negative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.1mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent Draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 6mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery Operation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9V Battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4.39 x 2.34 x 1.06\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAthens, Georgia, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Greer Special Request must be powered using a \u003cstrong\u003eregulated 9V DC centre-negative power supply\u003c\/strong\u003e with a standard 2.1mm connection, or a standard 9V battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the pedal contains an internal voltage doubler that raises the operating voltage internally, \u003cstrong\u003eyou must not connect an 18V supply to the pedal\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse a 9V power source only.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo external power supply is included with this used pedal.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat type of pedal is the Greer Special Request?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Special Request is a FET-based preamp and boost pedal designed primarily to enhance clarity, response and articulation rather than produce heavy distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it a clean boost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can operate as a relatively clean boost, but its circuit also introduces subtle compression, tonal enhancement and a distinctive midrange response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the single control do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe single control determines the output and intensity of the preamp effect. Lower settings can be used for subtle tonal enhancement, while higher settings push the amplifier harder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be used at unity gain?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. One of the Special Request's strengths is its ability to provide tonal enhancement and increased articulation without necessarily increasing overall volume significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it push a valve amplifier into overdrive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Higher settings can increase the signal hitting the amplifier, helping a responsive valve amp move further into natural saturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it work well with other overdrive pedals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Special Request is particularly effective when stacked with other gain pedals and can help produce a more focused and dynamic driven sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere should I place it in my pedal chain?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can work well before overdrive and distortion pedals to change how they respond, or later in the signal chain as a final preamp and level boost before the amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it use true bypass?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Greer Special Request features \u003cstrong\u003etrue bypass switching\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it run from a battery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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