We are excited to announce that we are getting to launch two new products: the LHZ-03 preamp and the much-anticipated HAZard LAMPS stombox. LHZ-03 PREAMP The LHZ-03 is a redesign of the LHZ-01 and LHZ-02 preamps that takes the last year of feedback from hundreds of clients to make multiple improvements. It’s smaller, easier to install, easier to fit into tight spaces. The best feature of all: no more needing to choose between a solder version or a pin header…
View and Download the LHZ-03 Installation Manual right here! This is a living document that is constantly being updated as we create new installation diagrams for clients that have unique wiring challenges. Don’t see the diagram you need? Let us know! CURRENT VERSION PREVIOUS VERSIONS
In this video we answer the question “What happens to my active preamp when my battery dies?” This is a common questions from players buying a bass with active electronics for the first time. The good news is this: your preamp will NOT just die in mid performance! Instead, failing batteries just slowly fade out over many months so you have plenty of advance notice.
How do I choose? What is the difference between LHZ-01 and LHZ-01? UPDATE: Both the LHZ-01 and LHZ-02 have been retired. This page will remain online as a reference. Please visit the LHZ-04 page to learn about our flagship preamp! For most clients, the decision between the LHZ-01 and LHZ-02 centers around how comfortable they are soldering small wires to a circuit board. We recommend the LHZ-02 for users with limited soldering experience, or for installations where the components are…
The LHZ preamp does exactly what the original 80’s HazLabs did: the EQ was specifically tuned for US Spector® basses. The circuit design is unique in that the initial stage greatly boosts the treble before the EQ stage, and then that boost is removed. This causes the preamp to generate high frequency harmonic content that acts somewhat like an exciter to bring out more detail, particularly when the EQ is boosted. The end result depends on your playing dynamics. If…
Looking to swap out your barrel jack for a new unit? Here’s the part numbers you want!
Or, save yourself the soldering and order a prewired Switchcraft from the LHZ Shop.
The VOL-01 Volume Control and LBCA-02 Active Blend that we sell in the LHZ store are designed to be compatible with both EMG pickups and other manufacturers.
If you wish to EMG blend controls, it can get a little confusing because their website text and model naming imply the ABCX is only for the X series…
