Elios Pre
The Red Witch Elios Pre is a modern marvel that pays homage to the legendary Helios preamp, a coveted piece of studio gear that shaped the sound of countless iconic recordings. Infused with the same magical mojo that graced the mixing desks of legendary British studios in the '70s, the Elios Pre brings that sought-after tone to your pedalboard. At its heart, the Elios Pre utilizes the same discrete transistor circuitry as the original Helios, delivering a rich, harmonically complex boost that can push your tube amp into glorious, snarling overdrive. But this is no mere clone – Red Witch has meticulously engineered the Elios to be a guitar-specific preamp, optimized to enhance the unique character of single coils, humbuckers, and even acoustic guitars. The Elios Pre's two simple controls – Gain and Volume – provide a world of tonal possibilities. Dial in just a touch of boost for a sparkling, presence-filled lead tone, or crank the gain for a thick, creamy distortion that will have your audience transfixed. And thanks to its internally generated 24V power supply, the Elios delivers this legendary sound with maximum headroom and clarity. Beloved by guitar icons like Jimmy Page, who relied on the original Helios to shape his iconic tone, the Elios Pre is a must-have for any discerning player seeking to unlock new dimensions in their sound. Experience the magic of the Helios, reborn in a stompbox format – the Red Witch Elios Pre is a truly remarkable creation.
