LPD Pedals Seventy 4 Deluxe

Seventy 4 Deluxe

£299.00

Highlights

• Dual-channel all-analogue overdrive preamp for British 1970s style guitar and bass rigs
• Classic British drive with articulate mids, tight lows and mix-ready clarity
• Amp-like response with dynamic pick attack, sag and volume control clean-up
• Independent Gain and Level per channel with shared Bass, Mid, Treble and Presence EQ
• Purpose-designed analogue circuits based on real amplifier gain structures, not clones
• Built in Mesa, Arizona USA by experienced pedal designers
• Robust all-metal enclosure designed for touring, rehearsals and regular gigging
• Clear channel graphics with colour coding for quick recognition on pedalboards
• Dedicated LED indicators show active channel status at a glance
• True bypass switching preserves your core tone when the pedal is disengaged
• Fully analogue signal path with no digital conversion
• Top-mounted input, output and 9V DC jacks for tidy pedalboard layouts
• Manufacturer warranty included for long-term reliability and confidence

Description

The LPD Pedals Seventy 4 Deluxe is an all-analogue, two-channel overdrive preamp built as a serious amp-in-a-box tool for guitarists and bass players who want authentic 1970s British drive tones in a compact, pedalboard-friendly format. Designed to function as the gain foundation of a rig, it works equally well into a clean backline amp, the front end of an already driven amplifier, or as a preamp feeding a power section or recording setup. Its dual-channel layout makes it suitable for players who need clearly defined rhythm and lead voices, or two complementary gain structures that can be switched instantly without compromise, covering everything from classic rock and blues to heavier, articulate drive that still retains note definition.

Tonally, the LPD Pedals Seventy 4 Deluxe is voiced around the feel and response of classic British full-stack amplifiers rather than any existing pedal topology. The Red channel is based on LPD’s original Seventy4 circuit and delivers a forward, immediate drive with a tight low end, open upper mids and the harmonic complexity associated with metal-panel Plexi and early master-volume JMP designs. It has a focused attack that cuts through a band mix with ease while still offering enough saturation for sustained lead work. The Green channel is a new, complementary design that adds weight and low-mid body, giving chords extra authority and single notes a thicker, more anchored feel. Both channels remain articulate at higher gain settings and avoid the flattened dynamics that can make complex parts disappear on stage. The overall frequency balance is tuned to sit naturally in a live mix, maintaining clarity at volume without excessive brightness or woolliness.

Under the fingers, the pedal feels distinctly amp-like. Pick attack translates directly into changes in drive and compression, with a gentle sense of sag and bloom that encourages expressive playing rather than masking it. Rolling back the instrument’s volume cleans up the sound in a musical, usable way, and digging in produces added grit and sustain without harshness. The response is fast but not stiff, allowing players to lean into notes, shape phrases dynamically and feel connected to the sound, whether playing tight rhythm parts or more fluid lead lines.

Control is deliberately intuitive. Each channel has its own Gain and Level controls, allowing precise balancing of output and saturation between the Red and Green sides. The two-position Voice toggle on each channel changes the low-mid content within the gain structure, effectively offering two distinct tonal foundations per channel without the need for drastic EQ changes. These voices interact naturally with the gain controls, expanding the usable range rather than acting as preset sounds. A shared four-band EQ provides Bass, Mid, Treble and Presence controls that behave much like their amplifier counterparts, offering broad, musical shaping rather than narrow corrective filtering. The EQ has enough range to adapt the pedal to different guitars, basses and amplifiers while remaining easy to dial in quickly.

The circuit is entirely analogue and designed around amplifier-style gain staging, prioritising tone, dynamic behaviour and consistency over unnecessary complexity. The two channels are purpose-voiced rather than duplicated, ensuring that switching between them feels intentional and musically relevant. Switching is handled by quiet, soft-touch footswitches that engage quickly and reliably, with the pedal remembering its last active state when powered down, so it always comes back exactly as it was left.

Build quality reflects professional, everyday use. The enclosure is all metal and robust enough for touring pedalboards, with smooth, evenly weighted controls that make fine adjustments easy even under pressure. The graphics are clear and restrained, with channel colours and labelling that remain easy to read on dim stages without drawing unnecessary attention. Dedicated LED indicators for each channel provide immediate visual confirmation of the active side, reducing guesswork during performance.

True bypass switching preserves the integrity of the dry signal when the LPD Pedals Seventy 4 Deluxe is disengaged, ensuring that the rest of the rig sounds unchanged when the Seventy 4 Deluxe is out of circuit. All audio jacks and the 9-volt centre-negative DC input are mounted on the top edge of the enclosure, simplifying cable runs and helping players maximise space on crowded pedalboards. The LPD Pedals Seventy 4 Deluxe is designed for use with a standard external power supply and does not rely on batteries, supporting consistent performance night after night.

Backed by the manufacturer’s warranty, the Seventy 4 Deluxe is built to be a dependable long-term tool rather than a short-term experiment. What sets it apart is its focus on feel, response and real-world usability: two genuinely distinct, amp-derived channels, wide-ranging yet musical controls, and a sound that holds its place in a live mix while remaining inspiring to play. For players who want a refined, professional British-style drive at the heart of their rig, it offers depth and flexibility without distraction.

Controls

• RED FOOTSWITCH: Engages Red channel with soft-touch switching and clear tactile feedback
• GREEN FOOTSWITCH: Selects Green channel smoothly, storing state for reliable live performance
• RED GAIN: Sets drive intensity from touch-sensitive breakup to saturated classic British overdrive
• RED LEVEL: Adjusts Red channel output for precise balance with clean or driven amplifier settings
• RED VOICE: Switches low-mid emphasis to tailor bite, punch and feel for different guitars
• GREEN GAIN: Controls drive range from warm edge-of-breakup to thick, sustained rhythm tones
• GREEN LEVEL: Sets Green channel output level for consistent volume across channel switching
• GREEN VOICE: Shapes pre-clipping low mids for added girth, body and bass-friendly response
• BASS: Adjusts low frequencies with a controlled range that stays tight for guitar and bass
• MID: Shapes midrange focus for mix presence, articulation and classic British voicing
• TREBLE: Controls high-frequency clarity and cut without harshness across gain settings
• PRESENCE: Fine-tunes upper harmonics and attack for amp-like openness and dynamic response
• CHANNEL LEDS: Bright indicators show active channel instantly, improving visibility on dark stages

Components and Technical Specifications

• All-analogue dual-channel overdrive preamp circuit designed around amplifier-style gain staging
• Independent Red and Green analogue gain paths for complementary British-style drive voices
• Original Seventy4 Red channel circuit for focused attack and classic 1970s British response
• Newly designed Green channel circuit adds low-mid body and increased tonal weight
• True bypass switching preserves signal integrity when the pedal is disengaged
• Quiet soft-touch footswitches with last-state memory for reliable live operation
• Top-mounted input and output jacks for efficient pedalboard cable routing
• Robust all-metal enclosure built for touring and regular gigging use
• Powered by standard 9V centre negative supply (not included)
• Battery operation not supported
• Current draw measured with Truetone 1Spot mA Meter:
• Bypass: Approximately 5 mA
• Engaged (maximum): Approximately 19 mA

Current draw may vary slightly depending on control settings, circuit behaviour, and active features such as gain stages, modulation, filtering, or reverb tails. For best performance, use a high quality isolated power supply that matches the pedal’s current requirements. Always refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations, as incorrect powering may cause damage.

Enclosure Dimensions

• Depth: 94 mm / 3.7 in
• Width: 120 mm / 4.7 in
• Height: 51 mm / 2.00 in

Weight

• 378 g
• 0.83 lbs

Official UK Dealers

FX Pedal Planet Limited and FX Pedal Planet Online Store proudly serve as official UK dealers for LPD Pedals effects pedals. If we do not have the specific LPD Pedals pedal you are looking for, please reach out to us via the contacts page, and will order it on our next stock order for you at the best price and customer service.

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