Laney DB-EAST-PRE Nathan East DIGBETH Bass Preamp Pedal
Laney - Black Country Customs - DB-EAST-PRE - Nathan East DIGBETH Bass Preamp Pedal
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DIGBETH Bass Preamp Pedal
Laney - DB-EAST-PRE
Nathan east signatureWhen it comes to bass there is no one more respected than Nathan East! Laney proudly released their first Nathan East signature product, the DB-EAST in 2025, Nathan is a busy bass player – continuously in demand! So, for Nathan to have a compact portable solution to get his ‘BIG RIG’ sound but in a small, portable package is amazing. Introducing the DB-EAST-PRE, ours and Nathan’s first signature bass pre-amplifier.
The Black Country Customs team has evolved and refined the sound expanding on the beloved FET and TUBE channels, adding more articulation and control. The DB-EAST-PRE enhanced tube channel now features selectable gain characteristics. Giving the player 3 different gain options to choose from. Ranging from (i) Mild gain with light asymmetric clipping, to (II) with more asymmetrical clipping available and finally (III) a more aggressive distortion generating more pronounced odd harmonics, giving it a more aggressive modern sound. The RANGE control works in conjunction with the GAIN setting and allows you to dial in the level of low-end signal pre distortion, which determines how punchy or extended the low-end response is.
At a glance
• Dual inputs with remote switching ability
• Independent FET and Tube channels with mix
• Remote drive and mute
• USB Type C for Class compliant audio streaming @48kHz (Emulated and un-emulated main out) and accessing LA·IR app
• LA.IR app for custom ir and firmware updates
• Bass, Lo-Middle (with switchable Q and operating Frequency), Hi-Mid, Treble
• Includes a set of IRs from Nathans favourite cabs – the DBV410 on input 1 and the DBV212 on input 2
Big Rig Sound
POWERFUL EQThe DB-EAST-PRE features a powerful EQ section with selectable mid PRE-SHAPES, and the mighty TILT function allows you to dial in the exact tone you are looking for at any volume.
MASTER VOLUMEQuickly control the main output level precisely with the Master Volume control whilst the D.I and FX Loop is not affected.
DUAL INPUTSThe DB-EAST-PRE features dual inputs allowing you to connect multiple basses to the unit and switch between them via the input selector switch. Input 2 has an individual trim control which allows you to balance the inputs of different basses plugged into the DB-EAST-PRE as required.
LA·IRThe DB-EAST-PRE features LA·IR equipped DI output, which comes pre-loaded with Nathan’s favourite IRs of his personally chosen cabinets.
FX LOOPThe DB-EAST-PRE features an ultra-transparent FX loop and is capable of handling everything from vintage pedals to high end rack mount units.
USB type CThe DB-EAST-PRE features a USB type C socket for connecting to the LA·IR APP, but it also supports audio in/out POST IR, so you can use it directly into your favourite DAW, making it super convenient for recording silently.
Advanced Impulse Response
LA·IRLaney Advanced Impulse Response technology means you can add exactly the right cabinet IR and EQ to get the perfect bass sound every time. With the free LA·IR application you can configure the perfect sound you want.
Nathan East DB-EAST-PRE Bass Pre Amp | Laney Black Country Customs

The Tech Spec
| Features | Specification |
|---|---|
| Inputs/Outputs | 2 x 1/4" inputs 1 x 1/4" output 3.5mm stereo Aux in jack FX Loop Balanced Male XLR DI out Tuner out USB-C |
| Dimensions | 67mm x 199mm x 143mm (HWD) |
| Weight | 1.1 kg |
| Box Contents | DB-EAST-PRE USB Type C 1M CABLE USB A to C ADAPTOR |
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