[NAMM] Fishman updates its external preamps

Both Fishman Platinum Pro EQ and Platinum Stage are universal and designed for use with acoustic instruments, such as guitars and basses. A switch allows for choosing a specific setup with low-end instruments.

This new series received a 17V Class A discrete preamp, a 4 or 5 band-EQ (depends on the model) with parametric mids, a phase switch, a band-cut filter and a DI on XLR connection. 

The Platinum Pro EQ has a stompbox format for easy access to the tuner and a volume boost, while the more compact Platinum Stage is a beltpack model. 

Both preamps can be powered with a 9V battery or an external adapter, and the Platinum Stage can also receive a 48V phantom power.

Platinum Pro EQ specifications:

• 5-band EQ with parametric mediums and adjustable low-pass filter
• 2 EQ modes for bass or guitar
• Phase reverse switch
• Band-cut filter
• Adjustable compressor
• Built-in digital chromatic tuner
• Footswitchable volume boost
• 1/4” instrument input
• 1/4” amp and XLR DI outputs with pre/post-EQ control and Ground Lift switch
• Effect loop
• Dimensions: 158 × 143 × 54mm

Platinum Stage features:

• 4-band EQ with parametric mediums and adjustable low-pass filter
• 2 EQ modes for bass or guitar
• Phase reverse switch
• Volume boost
• 1/4” instrument input
• 1/4” amp and XLR DI outputs with pre/post-EQ control and Ground Lift switch
• Beltpack format

Dimensions: 143 × 85 × 30mm