{"product_id":"benson-preamp-pedal-idol","title":"Benson Preamp Pedal -  \"Idol\"","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBenson Preamp Pedal - \"Idol\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Benson Preamp Pedal - \"Idol\": Legendary Tone with a Lovable Likeness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBoutique Preamp Pedal with Classic Benson Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Benson Preamp is a celebrated transistor-based drive pedal that delivers the harmonic richness and responsiveness of the Benson Chimera amplifier. This special \"Idol\" edition keeps the revered circuit fully intact while showcasing a playful series of illustrated tributes to Chris Benson himself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStraightforward Control, Deep Tonal Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Volume, Gain, and Treble controls, the Preamp offers intuitive tweakability and exceptional versatility. Use it as a tone sweetener, a focused boost, or a primary overdrive — its clarity and dynamic response make it an essential part of any signal chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandcrafted with Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt in the USA using premium components, each pedal in the \"Idol\" series features unique artwork inspired by Benson’s in-house humor and cult status. It’s everything players love about the Preamp, now wrapped in collectible personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControls: Volume, Gain, Treble\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower Requirements: 9V DC (center negative)(sold separately)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction: Hand-built in the USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: \"Idol\" limited edition artwork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis item is a guitar effects pedal and ships fully insured with signature required.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benson Amps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44400550248639,"sku":"992832","price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/5804\/files\/Benson_Idol_Preamp-68671154b75b1_e01cf8af-7966-4120-9cfe-062b7a741ea1.jpg?v=1752876164","url":"https:\/\/fivestarguitars.com\/products\/benson-preamp-pedal-idol","provider":"Five Star Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}