ROY is a dual-channel tube preamp and overdrive inspired by the vintage Top Boost ampthe Voice behind many classic records from the British Invasion era. ROY delivers those sweet, ringing clean tones and the “shattered” upper-mid breakup without sounding harsh or brittle.

It features two identical channels, each with separate gain and volume controls. This design allows you to switch from clean to overdrive with the press of a footswitch while maintaining control over the volume level. It’s like having two separate preamps dialed in for clean and overdrive tones. ROY includes a classic dual-band tone stack. This unique EQ features highly interactive Treble and Bass controls that inversely affect the mids. Both channels share the EQ section.

Another notable feature of this circuit is the Tone Cut control: a master treble roll-off after the EQ. You can shape your tone using the EQ and then adjust the Tone Cut to reduce harshness in the top end while keeping your core sound. ROY combines a high-voltage transistor in the first gain stage with a 12AX7 tube operating at 260V. This setup delivers natural tube compression and a spongy amp-like response. ROY works well with other pedals and can serve as a clean tube platform at the end of your signal chain. Its a simple and effective way to add a vintage British voice to any amp or direct rig setup. ROY offers external channel switching and the option to turn the pedal on/off via a 3.5mm jack. Like all Tubesteader preamps, it includes a wall-mount power supply and a plug specific to your country.