Dawner Prince DIKTATOR MKII Preamp/OD/Distortion Pedal
DIKTATOR MKII
PREAMP/BOOST/OVERDRIVE
The Diktator MKII pays homage to its predecessor, the original Diktator unit, which Dawner Prince proudly designed a
decade ago. They embarked on a complete redesign journey, deconstructing the original design while maintaining its
tonal character.
Every aspect of the Diktator MKII was meticulously reimagined. They enhanced the input and output FET buffer
stages to increase dynamic responsiveness. The drive sections were transformed into a more flexible tube amp-style
overdrive, elevating the original character to new heights.
However, Dawner Prince didn't stop there. Dawner Prince fine-tuned the active tone control for precise adjustments across the frequency
spectrum. The post-drive presence control also underwent a complete redesign to ensure compatibility with various
guitar amps.
The Diktator MKII boasts impressive features, including enhanced filtering circuitry, smart PCB routing, audiophile-
grade components, Neutrik jack sockets, and a True Bypass switching system.
The result is the Diktator MKII, a pedal that fully lives up to its name. It embodies the spirit of its predecessor while
embracing new sonic possibilities. The Diktator MKII is poised to dominate the pedalboard, providing musicians with
an exceptional two-channel drive pedal to shape their tone and unlock new realms of musical expression.
FEATURES:
DETONATOR CHANNEL
is a highly flexible drive ranging from nearly clean and subtle crunch all the way to a thick saturated overdrive with a
rich, full-bodied sound. Its dual toggle switches enable precise control over tonal and compression characteristics,
while the two-band active tone control allows for accurate adjustments across the entire frequency range. A
standout feature is the Dynamic-O-Meter, providing a visual representation of how the pedal responds dynamically
to your playing.
Level
controls your Diktator MKII's output volume with precision. From silent to unity gain or crank it up for a fuller tone.
Bass
controls the amount of low frequencies coming out of the drive section. Active tone control allows you to easily
sweep between fatter or more tighter tones.
Treble
controls the amount of higher frequencies which affects the overall character of your sound. You can easily cut or
boost the upper frequencies as it is also an active tone control.
Drive
controls the amount of overdrive in the signal and can take your tone from mild breakup through warm overdrive,
all the way to creamy saturation with tons of sustain.
Dark/Bright
activates or deactivates the post-drive output filter, which adjusts the tone in a manner similar to the presence
control found in the power amp section of a tube amplifier. This feature guarantees seamless compatibility with
both bright-voiced and darker guitar amplifiers.
Soft/Hard
toggles between different types of clipping diodes within the drive section. Hard mode provides higher headroom
and sparkle, while Soft mode delivers a compressed, creamy tone with a more vintage feel.
FUSE CHANNEL
is a highly transparent preamp powered by FET technology. It enhances your guitar's original tone, adding size and
depth, while effortlessly driving your amplifier into natural overdrive. When combined with the Detonator Channel
it really hits your amp hard, serving as an exceptional booster for lead sections and solos.
Boost
governs the gain of the preamp, enabling you to finely tune your level from unity gain up to a fairly hot signal,
reaching up to approximately 30dB of boost.
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