Nordstrand 2B-4c 2-Pickup 4-Knob 2-Band Vol P/P A/P - Bl - Tone - Treb/Bass Stack

SKU:BBG 7162

Details:

  • 2-band, 2-pickup, 4-knob
  • Volume (Push/Pull Active-Passive) - Blend - Passive Tone - Treble/Bass Stack
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DESCRIPTION

Nordstrand 2B-4c

Control Configuration

  1. Volume (Push/Pull Active-Passive)
  2. Blend
  3. Passive Tone
  4. Treble/Bass Stack

Technical Specifications

  • Overall Gain: +/- 10db by a trim pot on the module
  • Treble: +/- 12db @4khz
  • Bass:+/- 12db @ 50hz
  • Battery life is estimated to be around 180 hours for an Alkaline 9v. Adding an additional battery for 18v will provide more headroom and longer battery life.

    Question: Where Can I Buy a Nordstrand 2B-4c 2-Pickup 4-Knob 2-Band Vol P/P A/P - Bl - Tone - Treb/Bass Stack?

    Answer: You can buy this from Best Bass Gear by Calling 877-839-3531 or Emailing us at sales@bestbassgear.com

    Reviews

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    Verified Buyer
    Awesome features for active AND passive
    By SLO Surfer
     
    I paired this preamp with the Nordstrand BigSplits, and this pre is great! These went into my cheap ($250 out-the-door) Squier Contemporary Active Jazz Bass, which now sounds like a $2,000 bass. I wanted the ability to run in passive mode with usable passive tone and blend capabilities, as well as the ability to run without a battery should one ever die. This pre checked ALL those boxes and it sounds great! The BigSplits sound great passive on their own, and when I push the button in to active and boost some eq this pre gets a great active sound. I've found a bunch of great tones for both pick playing and fingerstyle. I've settled on one main sound where the preamp can simultaneously get the perfect blend of old school passive thumpy mids with new school active punch. For the few songs I use the pick, I basically just pull out the knob to passive mode.

    I can't recommend this onboard preamp enough if you are looking for something that does both active AND passive well! It fits the bill perfectly. (I even checked that the bass does work in passive mode with the battery removed and can confirm it does, with usable blend and passive tone pots) I'm glad I did the research to find all these specs for the price this pre comes at. I won't be looking for any other pres for this bass!
    Verified Buyer
    Wonderful Transparent preamp for both passive and active
    By MoStyles
     
    I have used Nordstrand pickups in the past and always loved the definition and clarity. I was looking for a new preamp for a Fender Precision Deluxe with a PJ setup and never liked the Fender EQ points. Plus, how do you navigate a Precision bass without a passive tone. This preamp was perfect for my needs. Volume, Blend and Tone all passive. Then pull the volume and I have a Treble/Bass stack all perfectly setup for slap or a modern sound. (tone also still works) The gain setting at 0db matched the passive volume perfectly to go back and forth easily. You can always raise the gain higher if you need a higher signal.... I don't need it. The one option that surprised me is the Treble eq points of 5k and 6.3k, if I'm correct. 5k sounded great and more traditional, but I couldn't help, but love the 6.3k gave a more modern glassy presence of high end basses that I love. Sort of like a Neve preamps adding a bit of silk or air to the sound. I have no complaints, but would love to see a treble EQ switch as an optional Toggle on the bass instead of changing in the cavity preamp. If you have 4 location for knobs on your bass, this is an amazing upgrade and exactly what this PJ needed. Nordstrand might be my new preamp go-to for all my basses. Don't need to decide if you like passive or active. You can have your cake and eat it too!