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Tech21 SA1 SansAmp Classic - Reissue of the Original Pedal
Code: SA1
Brand: Tech21
Categories: Guitar Pedals & Effects , Distortion,Overdrive,Boost and Fuzz
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The original Tech 21 Sansamp pedal was released in 1989, yet still sought after by guitar and bass players for its incredibly warm "amp-like" tone and versatility of application.
In the words of its inventor (and Tech 21 founder), B. Andrew Barta: "With SansAmp, you can plug directly into any recording console, stage amplification, stereo, or even into a set of headphones alone. SansAmp virtually eliminates all existing considerations of tube amplifiers without sacrificing any sound quality."
Making the Sansamp revolutionary during its time of release is the bank of eight Character switches, which adjust the fine and subtle nuances of tonality, harmonics and dynamics. There is also a three-position Input switch gives you a choice of pre-amp styles: Lead ("Plexi" style), Normal (Boutique American amp-style), and Bass (Vintage American Amp-style) which is excellent for rhythm as well as bass guitar.
Re-released for 2021, now is another shot to own a (gigging) life-saving, cult-classic pedal. The amp modeling revolution of today owes it existence to the original Sansamp Classic pedal!
SA1 SansAmp Classic - Reissue Of The Original Pedal from Tech21 is 100% original and brand new. We, at Melody House take pride in our after sales service and support. For further details on the SA1 SansAmp Classic - Reissue Of The Original Pedal, Tech21, simply write to us to consult an expert or order online and we will take care of the rest. Happy Shopping!
Function | Guitar / Bass Analog Amp Simulator |
Controls | Output Level, High, Presence Drive, Amplifier Drive, 8 Character Switches, 3-position Input sound switch |
Footswitches | 1 (on/off) |
Bypass | FET-Buffered Bypass |
Effect Types | Preamp / Drive (Blonde, Plexi / Cali), Delay. Reverb |
Inputs | 1 x 1/4" Instrument input |
Outputs | 1 x 1/4" Output |
Effects Loop | No |
Power Requirement | 9V DC (center-negative polarity) or One (1) 9V PP3 Battery |
Current Draw | 100 mA |
Dimensions | (HxWxD) 1.5 x 3.5 x 4.5 inches |
Weight | 0.34 kg |



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Body Wood | Mahogany |
Number of Frets | 21 Extra Jumbo, Stainless Steel |
Scale Length | 34" |
Neck | 5-pc Mahogany/Walnut (neck-thru) |
Neck Shape | Thin U |
Fretboard Wood | Macassar Ebony with white binding (15.75" radius) |
Pickups | EMG 35P4 (neck), EMG 35J (bridge) |
Controls | Neck Volume, Bridge Volume, Tone |
Electronics | Active |
Nut | Molded Plastic |
Bridge | Gotoh 201B-4 |
Tuners | LTD Vintage style |
Case | not included |