{"product_id":"ksr-ceres-one-mini-preamp-pedal-used","title":"KSR Ceres ONE Mini Preamp Pedal – Used","description":"\u003ch2\u003eQuick Product Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKSR Ceres ONE\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact high-gain guitar preamp designed to bring the character and response of KSR’s amplifier range into a pedalboard-friendly format. It combines aggressive modern gain, powerful EQ shaping and multiple voicing options with enough flexibility to run into a clean amplifier, effects-loop return, power amp or compatible recording setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eused example is in Good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing visible signs of previous ownership and regular pedalboard use. Its compact footprint makes it particularly appealing for players building high-gain fly rigs or streamlined modern guitar setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes the KSR Ceres ONE Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ceres ONE takes the core concept of KSR’s original Ceres preamp and condenses it into a significantly smaller enclosure while adding more available gain, an extended usable low end and a responsive playing feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003eMode switch\u003c\/strong\u003e provides three distinct KSR-inspired gain voices, while the \u003cstrong\u003eFeel switch\u003c\/strong\u003e changes the low-frequency response and attack between Thick, Tight and Fat settings. This makes it easy to tailor the pedal for everything from articulate rhythm work and modern metal to heavier, more saturated lead sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ceres ONE is ideal for rock and metal guitarists looking for a compact, professional preamp with enough output and tonal flexibility to form the heart of a pedalboard-based rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly suited to downtuned and extended-range guitars, modern high-gain styles, direct rigs and players who want to run a preamp pedal straight into an amplifier’s effects-loop return or external power amp.\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\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Gain Guitar 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Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9V DC\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 normal pedalboard use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt remains a strong 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\u003eKSR Ceres ONE Mini Preamp 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\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuitar Preamp \/ High-Gain Distortion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGain Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEQ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBass, Middle, Treble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdditional Tone Shaping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePresence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClean Section\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTone and Volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMode 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100mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. Footprint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.7 x 4.7\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCincinnati, Ohio, 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 KSR Ceres ONE requires a suitable \u003cstrong\u003eregulated 9V DC centre-negative power supply\u003c\/strong\u003e capable of providing at least \u003cstrong\u003e100mA\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pedal should \u003cstrong\u003enot be powered above 9V\u003c\/strong\u003e, as its internal circuitry generates the required operating voltages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo 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 KSR Ceres ONE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ceres ONE is a compact high-gain guitar preamp designed to provide KSR-style amplifier tones in a pedalboard format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this the same as the original KSR Ceres?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Ceres ONE is a smaller reworked version with a streamlined control layout, increased gain and revised low-frequency response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the Mode switch do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mode switch selects between three gain voices based on KSR amplifier circuits: \u003cstrong\u003eAres\/Orthos Crunch, Artemis\/Gemini Red and Colossus Lead 1\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the Feel switch do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Feel switch changes the pedal’s attack and low-frequency response between \u003cstrong\u003eThick, Tight and Fat\u003c\/strong\u003e settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have a clean channel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Clean Bypass mode activates the dedicated clean Tone and Volume controls, allowing the Ceres ONE to function more like a complete compact preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat bypass options are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ceres ONE offers \u003cstrong\u003eTrue Bypass, Buffered Bypass and Clean Bypass\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it easy to integrate into several different types of rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it run directly into an effects-loop return?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Ceres ONE is particularly well suited to running into the effects-loop return of an amplifier or directly into a compatible external power amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be used into the front of a clean amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It can also be used into a clean amplifier input, although some EQ adjustment may be required depending on the amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have a mute function?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Holding the footswitch activates the built-in mute function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be controlled externally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A 3.5mm TRS control connection allows compatible momentary switching systems to control the pedal remotely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for modern metal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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