Palmer Pocket Amp Acoustic Preamp Pedal – Used

Quick Product Summary

The Palmer Pocket Amp Acoustic is a versatile preamp, tone-shaping and DI solution designed specifically for acoustic guitars, basses and other amplified acoustic string instruments. It provides extensive control over your sound while remaining compact enough for a pedalboard or gig bag.

This used example is in Good condition, showing visible signs of previous ownership and regular use. With a three-band EQ, sweepable mids, feedback-controlling notch filter, selectable voicings, effects insert and balanced XLR DI output, it is equally useful for gigs, rehearsals and recording.

What Makes the Palmer Pocket Amp Acoustic Special?

The Pocket Amp Acoustic is designed to work with both piezo and magnetic pickups, making it suitable for a wide variety of electro-acoustic instruments. Its three-band EQ includes a semi-parametric mid section, while the five-position Notch control helps reduce troublesome resonant frequencies and acoustic feedback.

Three selectable sound modes provide Flat, Modern and Vintage voicings, while the Blend control lets you mix the direct and processed signals. An integrated DI output, effects insert, tuner/thru connection, headphone output and stereo auxiliary input make the unit much more than a simple EQ pedal.

Who Is It For?

The Palmer Pocket Amp Acoustic is ideal for acoustic guitarists who want greater control over their amplified tone when connecting to a PA, acoustic amplifier or recording system.

It is particularly useful for gigging singer-songwriters, acoustic duos, session musicians and players who need a compact preamp capable of handling tone shaping, feedback control, DI duties and external effects.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Product Type	Acoustic Instrument Preamp / DI
Condition	Used – Good
Pickup Compatibility	Piezo & Magnetic
EQ	3-Band with Semi-Parametric Mid
Sound Modes	Flat, Modern, Vintage
Notch Filter	5-Position
Wet/Dry Blend	Yes
Effects Insert	Yes
Balanced DI Output	Yes
Headphone Output	Yes
Power	9V Battery or 9V DC

Condition Overview

Condition Grade: Good

This unit is in good used condition, with visible cosmetic signs of previous ownership and normal pedalboard or live use.

It remains a solid working example suitable for rehearsal, recording and live performance.

What’s Included?

• Palmer Pocket Amp Acoustic Preamp

• No power supply included

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	Acoustic Instrument Preamp
Compatible Pickups	Piezo & Magnetic
Gain Control	Yes
Bass Control	Yes
Mid Level Control	Yes
Mid Frequency Control	Yes
High Control	Yes
Notch Filter	5-Position
Blend Control	Direct / Processed Signal Mix
Volume Control	Yes
Sound Modes	Flat, Modern, Vintage
Input Limiter	Yes
Polarity Control	Yes
Main Instrument Input	1 x 1/4"
Input Impedance	1 MΩ
Balanced DI Output	XLR
DI Routing	Pre / Post Selectable
Effects Insert	Yes
Auxiliary Input	3.5mm Stereo
Headphone Output	Yes
Tuner / Thru Output	Yes
Ground Lift	Yes
Enclosure	Die-Cast Aluminium
Dimensions	Approx. 100 x 100 x 55mm
Weight	Approx. 0.41kg

Power Requirements

The Palmer Pocket Amp Acoustic can be powered using a standard 9V battery or a suitable 9V DC external power supply.

No power supply is included with this used unit.

FAQs

What does the Palmer Pocket Amp Acoustic do?

It acts as an acoustic instrument preamp, EQ and DI box, providing detailed tone shaping and connectivity before your signal reaches an amplifier, PA or recording system.

Can it be used with a piezo pickup?

Yes. The Pocket Amp Acoustic is specifically designed to work with piezo as well as magnetic pickups.

Does it have a full EQ section?

Yes. It provides Bass and High controls together with a semi-parametric Mid section featuring separate level and frequency controls.

What does the Notch control do?

The Notch filter targets specific resonant frequencies, helping reduce acoustic feedback and troublesome low-frequency resonances.

What are the Flat, Modern and Vintage modes?

These provide different overall tonal voicings, allowing you to choose a neutral response or shape the preamp towards a brighter modern or warmer vintage character.

What does the Blend control do?

Blend mixes the direct instrument signal with the processed signal, giving you additional control over how much of the preamp's tonal shaping is heard.

Does it have a DI output?

Yes. A balanced XLR DI output allows direct connection to a mixing desk, PA system or recording interface.

Can the DI output be taken before or after the EQ?

Yes. The DI output can be configured for pre or post processing, depending on whether you want the desk to receive the original or processed signal.

Can external effects be connected?

Yes. The built-in insert connection allows compatible external effects to be integrated into the signal path.

Does it have a headphone output?

Yes. A dedicated headphone connection makes the Pocket Amp Acoustic useful for private practice as well as live applications.

Can I connect a backing track?

Yes. A stereo auxiliary input allows a compatible music player or other line-level source to be connected.

Does it have a tuner output?

Yes. The thru connection can be assigned for use with an external tuner.

Can it run from a battery?

Yes. It can operate from a standard 9V battery.

Is a power supply included?

No. No power supply is included with this used unit.

What condition is this example in?

This example is graded Good, with visible signs of previous use consistent with a pre-owned acoustic preamp.

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