Mesa/Boogie Subway+ Bass DI-Preamp II, Black

MESA/Boogie Subway+ Bass DI-Preamp II Get iconic, studio-grade MESA tone anywhere you go. Building on the acclaimed Subway® D-Series architecture, the Subway+ Bass DI-Preamp II packs a complete tone-shaping suite into a pedalboard-friendly chassis that is 35% smaller than the original model. Designed for active and passive instruments, this feature-rich DI box serves as an all-in-one preamp pedal, studio recording interface, and compact emergency backline driver. Key Features & Tone Shaping Extended J-FET Preamp: Accommodates active or passive pickups with dedicated Input Level, Master Volume, and footswitchable Boost. Pro EQ Control: Active 4-band Baxandall EQ featuring sweepable Low-Mid (150Hz–1800Hz) and High-Mid (300Hz–5000Hz) bands. Custom Voicing: Variable Voicing control shifts response smoothly from flat to vintage scoop with a single knob. Low-End Precision: Variable Hi-Pass Filter (30Hz–150Hz) strips headroom-robbing sub-sonics to keep low frequencies tight and controlled. Expressive Switches: Deep switch for added low-end roundness; Bright switch for enhanced top-end bite and clarity. Connectivity & Utilities Direct XLR Output: Mic-level balanced DI with Pre/Post EQ and Ground Lift switches for clean signal routing to front-of-house or recording interfaces. Flexible Preamp Outputs: Drives pro power amps via 1/4" TS unbalanced or TRS balanced line outputs. Silent Practice: Built-in 1/8" Aux Input and Headphone Output for play-along practice without a full rig. Performance Control: Dedicated Input Mute footswitch for silent tuning on stage. Flexible Power Options: Accepts standard 9V to 18V DC power (either polarity). Ultra-Compact Design: Fits easily into gig bag accessory pockets (2.25" H x 6" W x 4.25" D).