Essential Information About the Jackson Audio Prism Violet Pedal
- Three boost personalities to choose from - COLOR (silicone treble booster), AMP (MOSFET tube amp style), TRANS (ultra-transparent 18V JFET).
- 2-band active EQ BODY/TONE with +/-15 dB and no interaction between controls for instant revoicing of guitar, amp, and pedalboard.
- 3-position pre-gain (LOW/MED/HIGH) and wide headroom to drive an amp input or other effects hard.
- Relay true bypass with silent switching and a high-current output buffer to preserve signal clarity.
The "Swiss Army Knife" of Boosts from Jackson Audio
Inspired by decades of legendary boosts-from 60s treble boosters to modern transparent circuits-the Prism synthesizes these approaches into a compact and rugged format. Positioned as the cornerstone of a pedalboard, it unifies your rig and delivers tonal consistency regardless of the guitar. The Violet finish marks a bold look edition without compromising the reliability of the laser-engraved stainless steel enclosure.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
Ideal for the demanding studio guitarist to the stage musician, the Prism Violet shines in pop, funk, blues, rock, worship, or indie. Place it in the
first position in the chain to fully benefit from the treble booster and active EQ, either as an "always on" to shape the clean tone or to push a tube amp or
stack your overdrives and fuzz pedals with authority and definition.
Key Features and Ergonomics
The
BODY (bass) and
TONE (treble) knobs offer precise +/-15 dB adjustment with no interaction. The
Circuit Select switch toggles between COLOR, AMP, and TRANS, while the
Pre-Gain offers LOW/MED/HIGH settings to control grit and volume reserve. The
BOOST control acts as a master level. The relay footswitch provides access to a
programming mode (LED brightness and startup state). At the end of the internal chain, a
high-current buffer maintains dynamics even with long cables or crowded boards.
Sound
Transparent when needed, colored when desired: TRANS amplifies your tone without compromising it, with JFET character and generous headroom. AMP delivers warmth, musical compression, and harmonics reminiscent of an overdriven amp. COLOR provides the bright attack and cutting midrange of a treble booster, perfect for punchy rhythms and incisive leads à la Brian May, while cleaning up beautifully with guitar volume. The response remains fast, dynamic, and highly touch-sensitive whether playing with a pick or fingers.
Technical Specifications
Format and Construction
- Stainless steel enclosure, Violet finish, laser-engraved graphics
- Dimensions: 2.5" x 4.875" (approx. 63.5 x 124 mm)
Connectivity
- 6.35 mm (1/4") mono jack input and output
- Power via 2.1 mm center-negative connector
Controls and Switches
- Potentiometers: BODY (bass) +/-15 dB, TONE (treble) +/-15 dB, BOOST (level)
- Circuit selector: COLOR (silicone treble booster) / AMP (MOSFET) / TRANS (18V JFET)
- PRE GAIN switch: LOW / MED / HIGH
- Relay BYPASS footswitch (silent switching), programming mode (LED brightness, startup state)
- Multicolor LED indicator showing boost level
Bypass and Buffer
- Relay true bypass
- High-current output buffer to preserve signal integrity
Included Accessories
- Jackson Audio Prism Violet pedal
- Documentation
- Power supply not included
Power Consumption
- 9 V DC (center negative), recommended minimum current: 100 mA
- Internal regulation to 9 V and internal charge pump to 18 V for certain circuits (do not power the pedal with 18 V)
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