
Unlock New Sounds With the Electro Harmonix Bass Preacher Compression/Sustain Pedal
The Electro Harmonix Bass Preacher Compression/Sustain Pedal is an effects pedal built to help you add character to your tone — supplied as genuine Australian stock with local warranty. Bass guitars possess a huge dynamic range and produce powerful low frequencies.
Why You’ll Love It
- Add character to your tone — designed for and by bassists, this compact compressor/sustainer features fully adjustable controls that can subtly transform the dynamic qualities of a bass…
- Dial in sounds quickly — from transparently leveling out notes so they sit in a track to creating an intensely squashed sound, the Bass Preacher helps spread…
- Fits on your pedalboard — compact compressor designed especially for bass guitar.
- Built for the stage — input sensitivity ranges from -10 dBu to +2 dBu making it a perfect fit for both passive and active basses of varying…
Key Features
Design & Materials
Designed for and by bassists, this compact compressor/sustainer features fully adjustable controls that can subtly transform the dynamic qualities of a bass guitar or take them to the extreme. Compact compressor designed especially for bass guitar. Tough, compact die-cast package.
Performance Specs
- Current Draw: 33mA @ 9VDC -
- Dimensions in inches: 2
- Dimensions in mm: 70(w) x 115(l) x 51(h)
- Bass guitars possess a huge dynamic range and produce powerful low frequencies
- Input sensitivity ranges from -10 dBu to +2 dBu making it a perfect fit for both passive and active basses of varying output levels
- Maximum gain reduction of 21 dB, with enough make-up gain to return your signal to full volume at maximum sustain (compression)
What’s Included
9-Volt battery included, also accepts optional EHX 9.6VDC-200mA power supply (not included).
Perfect For
- Guitarists building a pedalboard
- Bassists and keyboard players
- Home recording musicians
How It Stands Out
Controls and power requirements are listed so you can plan your board. Unlike grey imports, every effects pedal we sell is genuine Australian stock with the official local manufacturer’s warranty, priced in AUD including GST. It is in stock at our Melbourne warehouse.
Frequently Asked Questions
What power supply does it need?
See Performance Specs for voltage and current.
Is it true bypass?
See Performance Specs where the manufacturer lists it.
Is the Electro Harmonix Bass Preacher Compression/Sustain Pedal genuine Australian stock?
Yes. Every product is 100% genuine Australian stock with the official local manufacturer’s warranty.
How long does delivery take?
This item is in stock at our Melbourne warehouse and ships with StarTrack Express — free on orders over $500 AUD.
Technical Specifications
Need the full manufacturer specification sheet for this model? Ask our Melbourne gear desk on 0489 989 442 and we will send it through.
Australian Warranty & Support
Electro-Harmonix publishes its warranty terms on its support page, and terms can vary by country. Contact us for the Australian terms before you order.
These benefits are in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. Accessories and consumable parts can carry different terms, and manufacturer terms can change, so check the official terms for your purchase date.
Electro-Harmonix support & warranty- Full official Australian manufacturer warranty with local repair centers.
- Australian Consumer Law (ACL) consumer guarantees apply to all purchases.
- Complimentary technical setup assistance via Melbourne gear desk.
Estimated Delivery
- Melbourne Metro
- 1 business day (same-day courier available)
- Sydney, Canberra & Brisbane Metro
- 1 – 2 business days (StarTrack Overnight)
- Adelaide & Hobart Metro
- 1 – 2 business days
- Perth & Darwin Metro
- 2 – 3 business days
- Regional & Remote Australia
- 2 – 4 business days
- New Zealand
- 3 – 7 business days
- Asia (selected countries)
- 5 – 10 business days
- Europe & United Kingdom
- 7 – 14 business days
- North & South America
- 7 – 14 business days
- Africa
- 10 – 20 business days
Orders placed before 2:00 PM AEST on business days are normally dispatched the same day. International delivery times are estimates from dispatch, and we confirm the international shipping cost before you pay. Import duties, taxes and customs fees charged by the destination country are the buyer’s responsibility. Some products, such as drones, radios and lithium batteries, have export or carrier restrictions; we confirm any restriction before you pay.
We cannot ship to: North Korea, Iran, Syria, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Crimea, Donetsk and Luhansk regions. See the full delivery & shipping policy.