Tone King Royalist 2-Channel All-Tube Preamp Pedal w/ Cab and Amp Sim and IRs

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The Sound of British Rock Royalty - Reimagined for the Modern Rig

The Tone King Royalist Preamp brings the sound and feel of the Royalist MKIII amplifier to a pedalboard-friendly format designed for today’s stage and studio workflows. Built around three 12AX7 tubes operating at full amp voltages, the Royalist delivers the touch sensitivity, dynamic response, and harmonic richness players expect from a real tube amplifier.

Why customers will choose the Royalist Preamp Pedal:

• Cranked-amp feel without cranked-amp volume — The Zero-Watt Power Amp delivers real tube power-stage dynamics and touch sensitivity, letting players experience authentic amp response at any volume, no speaker required.
• Three iconic British voicings, dual-channel flexibility — Two independent channels share 1964 / 1967 / 1970 British voicings, allowing players to configure and switch between eras instantly, with FAT switches for added body and punch.
• Direct-to-PA and recording ready — Built-in OwnHammer® IR cabinet simulation and balanced stereo XLR outputs let the Royalist plug straight into FOH or a recording interface, delivering studio- and stage-ready tones with no additional gear required.
• Flexible amplification options — Designed to work seamlessly with powered FRFR cabinets, powered speakers, or traditional guitar amps and cabinets, letting players choose how they move air without changing their core tone.
• Advanced control for stage and studio — MIDI programmability, preset recall, and editor software give players deep control and fast recall, while the stereo effects loop and headphone output make the Royalist equally at home on stage or in the studio.

The Royalist Tube Preamp Pedal captures the soul of Tone King’s beloved Royalist MKIII amplifier - the company’s most authentic take on the golden age of British tone. From the sweet, singing JTM45, through the unmistakable Plexi crunch, to the searing drive of the Super Lead, this high-voltage tri-tube preamp pedal delivers the full spectrum of British rock attitude in a compact, pedalboard-friendly format.

Running on three 12AX7 tubes at proper high voltages, the Royalist Preamp brings the complete touch sensitivity, harmonic bloom, and dynamic punch of the Royalist MKIII amp to your pedalboard. Each of its two independent channels features the amp’s FAT switch and three-way 1964/1967/1970 voicing selector, faithfully reproducing the gain structure, tone stack, and feel of the original circuits. Whether you’re chasing sparkling cleans, punchy crunch, or molten roar, the Royalist Preamp delivers the unmistakable voice of British rock, anywhere, at any volume.

Impulse Response (IR) Cabinet & Power Amp Sim

The Royalist Preamp Pedal features Tone King’s low-latency IR and poweramp simulation engine, offering direct output to FOH, recording interfaces, or headphones with stunning realism. Preloaded with a curated selection of OwnHammer IRs listed below, each channel includes a 3-way IR selector for instant tonal changes. 

There are 20 IRs to choose from in the included Tone King Editor software (powered by Synergy) which are easy to swap in and out of the pedal's six available slots. You can also disengage the onboard IR loader entirely to use the preamp with an external IR loader or powered cabinet.

Savable Parameters

• Channel switching and bypass states
• Easily load your own IRs and manage your IR library
• IR bypass and poweramp simulation options
• HF Comp and Low-Pass filters
• Access all 20 included OwnHammer IRs
• Assign any of your IRs to the pedal's six available slots (three per channel)
• Reverb, reverb tails, and effects loop bypass routing
• Save these settings to up to 128 presets for instant recall via MIDI

Combine with Other Preamps:

Link multiple effects-loop-equipped preamp pedals to build an ultimate hybrid system. Assign the Royalist’s IRs and poweramp emulation to other preamps, or route its reactive output into a separate power amp and cabinet for the real-air experience.

The Sound of British Heritage, Reborn for the Modern Player

From the club stages of the ‘60s to the arenas of the ‘70s, the sound of British rock has defined generations of guitar tone. Now, with the Royalist Tube Preamp Pedal, that legacy lives on — delivering the roar, chime, and harmonic richness of those legendary amplifiers in a compact, high-voltage, pedalboard-ready design.

Features:

• Two Channel High-Voltage preamp – DI
• 3 x 12AX7 preamp tubes running at proper high voltages
• Built-In zero-watt poweramp - phase inverter circuit
• Two Independent channels with Volume, Bass, Middle and Treble Control
• Three-way 1964/1967/1970 voicing switch per channel
• Era Accurate Tone Stacks: Top channel - Vintage-accurate JTM45 / Bassman / Super Bass inspired EQ. - Bottom channel - Reflects a later-era British Lead tone stack. 
• Dual built-in Iron Man attenuators HF switches
• Reverb control (assignable to each channel) Mode switch turns ON/OFF trails
• Stereo, Series FX loop (bypassable)      
• MIDI programmable
• Save up to 128 presets for instant recall via an external MIDI switcher
• Onboard Impulse Response (IR) Technology -20 Included OwnHammer IRs
• Poweramp simulation with software editable HF Comp, Low-Pass and High-Pass filters (per channel)
• Included -6’ USB Cable, Universal 12V Power Supply
• Dimensions: 7.2” (W) x 5.7” (D) x 2.75” (H)
• Weight: 1.9 lbs