{"title":"Fire-Eye","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"red-eye-instrument-preamplifier","title":"Red-Eye Instrument Preamplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFire-Eye Red-Eye Instrument Preamp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a compact, professional direct-connect preamplifier designed primarily for musical instruments equipped with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehigh-impedance piezoelectric pickups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its impedance-matching input circuit is specifically engineered to work with passive piezo pickups, helping preserve a natural, balanced acoustic tone with low noise, low distortion, and generous headroom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Red-Eye is also compatible with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eactive piezo systems and magnetic pickups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it suitable for electric guitars, electric basses, and a wide variety of acoustic instruments. Its field-effect transistor input is designed to match and track the impedance characteristics of passive piezo pickups, delivering a smooth and natural response even during aggressive or percussive playing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Tone \u0026amp; Reliable Signal Processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Red-Eye provides a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elow-impedance balanced XLR output\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for direct connection to mixing consoles, PA systems, audio interfaces, and other professional equipment. A ground-lift switch helps minimize unwanted ground-loop noise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe built-in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoost control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides additional volume for solos, while the dedicated Treble control allows you to add or reduce high-frequency content. With the Treble control centered, the response remains flat for a neutral signal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstrument preamplifier designed for high-impedance piezo pickups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with passive and active piezo pickups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks with magnetic pickups, including electric guitars and basses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImpedance-matching FET input circuit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 2 V peak-to-peak input level without distortion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow distortion and low noise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh headroom for loud and percussive playing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-impedance balanced XLR output\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e600-ohm XLR output impedance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGround-lift switch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoost control with dedicated volume adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreble boost\/cut control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlat frequency response with Treble control centered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal RF filtering to reduce interference from cell phones, neon lighting, and other sources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact and portable design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Red-Eye can normally be powered using \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48V XLR phantom power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while an internal 9V battery provides a convenient alternative. It also accepts an external \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9–18V center-negative or center-ground power supply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe internal 9V battery provides approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e200 hours of operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is automatically disconnected when external power is supplied. The preamp activates when an instrument is connected or external power is applied.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA power-check LED briefly illuminates during startup when adequate power is detected. When operating from the internal battery, the indicator provides a quick check of remaining battery capacity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnectivity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstrument input\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-impedance balanced XLR output\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/4\" output\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/4\" input\/output for effects accessory loop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGround-lift switch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with stomp tuners, effects pedals, guitar amplifiers, and PA systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48V phantom power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal 9V battery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExternal 9–18V power input\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInput:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Impedance-matched, up to 2 V peak-to-peak\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXLR Output:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Balanced, 600 Ω\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 48V phantom, 9V battery, or 9–18V external supply\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBattery Life:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 200 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.25 × 2.25 × 4.25\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFire-Eye Red-Eye Instrument Preamp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an excellent solution for musicians who need a transparent, low-noise interface between a piezo-equipped instrument and a professional audio system. 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