{"title":"Treble Boosters 101","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTreble boosters like Chorister shape your guitar tone, from amp setup to pedal order, for mix-ready presence without harshness.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-boost-cake","title":"Boost Cake - Overdrive and Boost","description":"\u003col\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(84, 130, 53);\"\u003eThe Boost Cake \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eintegrates a Germanium Chorister treble booster and a Welsh Cake overdrive into a single unit. By default, the Chorister feeds the Welsh Cake; however, dual input and output sets on the rear panel enable flexible circuit configuration and independent operation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0403\/7171\/6256\/files\/BoostCakeBackPanel_480x480.png?v=1695137983\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE CHORISTER\u003c\/strong\u003e A vintage treble booster that emphasises mid and upper frequencies for enhanced presence and clarity in a mix. The Level control adjusts boost intensity, delivering subtle overdrive characteristics at lower settings and progressive breakup at higher levels. This circuit is optimally deployed in front of already-driven amplifier stages, particularly those with fuller tonal characteristics. Germanium transistor construction provides the dynamic, expressive response and vintage frequency characteristics that distinguish this design from silicon-based alternatives. Notable artists including Rory Gallagher, Brian May, Tony Iommi, Marc Bolan and Billy Gibbons shaped their signature sounds using treble boosters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermanium transistor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 9V centre-negative power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLevel control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter switch – adjusts low-frequency content reduction\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum low-end reduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate low-end reduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimal low-end reduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE WELSH CAKE\u003c\/strong\u003e A characterful overdrive with extensive tonal control. The Mids control operates inversely: anti-clockwise increases midrange content, clockwise reduces it. For optimal results, begin at either extreme and adjust incrementally toward centre to match your amplifier and playing style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 9V centre-negative power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLevel control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMids control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e Out-of-stock orders may require 3–4 weeks for delivery due to our hand-built, small-batch production process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eWe package everything in recycled materials because great tone shouldn't cost the planet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dragon Pedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46968658755744,"sku":"BOOSTCAKE","price":310.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0403\/7171\/6256\/files\/DSC00623-2.png?v=1777562316"},{"product_id":"chorister-treble-booster","title":"Chorister - Treble Booster","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(84, 130, 53);\"\u003eThe Chorister\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a clean boost!  The Chorister is an old school treble booster that boosts the mid and upper frequencies  - the resultant tone cuts through a mix really well.  The single level control allows you to control the level of the boost.  At low levels there's a hint of overdrive. At higher levels there is some nice breakup and the pedal will begin to push the front of your amplifier.  It is not always nice into clean sounds - stick it in front of something already overdriven - especially thicker tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable with either a Silicon or Germanium transistor.  With a Germanium transistor, this pedal delivers the dynamic, expressive character and vintage tonal qualities that Germanium components are renowned for. 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