Tone King Royalist Tube Preamp Pedal - Silver and Black

With the Tone King Royalist tube preamp pedal, the sound of British rock royalty is distilled into a high-voltage floor rig. However, this pedal isn’t just a simulation—it’s a living, breathing tri-tube circuit that brings the soul of the vaunted Royalist MKIII combo amp to your pedalboard. By running three 12AX7 tubes at proper amplifier voltages, it delivers the harmonic bloom and touch sensitivity that digital modelers often miss. Each of its two independent channels acts as a tonal time machine, using a three-way voicing switch to move from ’64 vintage warmth to ’70s arena-ready roar. With a built-in Zero Watt power amp and phase inverter, you get the visceral feel of a pushed British stack at any volume, while premium OwnHammer IRs provide a studio-grade direct signal. Whether running into a clean amp or straight to FOH, the Royalist delivers high-octane British tone without the back-breaking weight.

Dual Channels and Three Eras of Iconic British Tone

Each channel of the Royalist functions as an independent amp-in-a-box, with dedicated volume, three-band EQ and reverb controls for tailored spatial depth. A three-way voicing switch traces the timeline of British rock: the 1964 setting captures the smooth vintage warmth of early blues amps, the 1967 position shifts into the aggressive bite of the Plexi era and the 1970 setting delivers the tightened gain of arena rock. To keep these tones usable in any environment, dual Iron Man attenuators provide independent volume management for each channel, while FAT switches add low-end weight to single-coils or extra sustain to humbuckers. The result is a wide spectrum of British textures that remain thick, touch-sensitive and highly controllable under the fingers.

High-Voltage Tri-Tube Architecture With Zero Watt Power Amp

The Royalist’s tri-tube architecture operates as a high-voltage engine, recreating the physics and harmonic complexity of a full-sized amplifier. Running three 12AX7 tubes at proper voltages, the circuit produces the touch-sensitive dynamics essential to classic British rock tones. This design is anchored by a Zero Watt power amp with a genuine phase inverter stage. That critical interaction between preamp and power sections delivers the natural overdrive and saturation of a pushed stack without excessive volume. The result is an expressive system that preserves the nuance and feel of a traditional tube amplifier within a compact, pedalboard-ready format.

Studio-Grade IRs and Total Digital Control

The Royalist bridges vintage tube architecture and modern stage demands through its integrated low-latency IR engine. Preloaded with premium OwnHammer simulations of 1x12", 2x12" and 4x12" vintage British cabinets, the pedal delivers studio-grade cabinet tone directly to FOH or your interface. For deeper customization, Tone King’s Editor software provides control over IR management, EQ filtering and effects loop routing. This flexibility is matched by a comprehensive I/O suite, including dual stereo XLR outputs and full MIDI integration, allowing storage and recall of up to 128 presets. Whether serving as a silent recording rig or the hub of a complex hybrid system, the Royalist delivers high-fidelity British tone with extensive routing control.

A High-Voltage Powerhouse Built for Modern Pedalboards

The Tone King Royalist tube preamp pedal culls decades of British rock heritage into a modern, pedalboard-ready powerhouse. Its high-voltage tri-tube architecture and onboard IRs make it a flexible solution for fly rigs, studio recording front ends or two-channel expansion for your favorite amplifier. By preserving the dynamic response and harmonic richness of a pushed stack, the Royalist ensures you never sacrifice tube-driven character for convenience. From bell-like cleans to molten overdrive, it’s a professional-grade foundation for players who demand iconic British tone without compromise.