About This Item
Description
Feedback-prone acoustic-electric onstage? The Dapper Acoustic Mini gives you a notch filter and 3-band EQ preamp to tame the ring before it howls, a warm compressor to even out your pick attack, and a one-knob reverb — then sends a clean balanced signal to the mixer over XLR.
Why acoustic guitarists choose the Dapper Acoustic Mini
- The notch filter and EQ preamp target the specific frequency where your acoustic-electric feeds back, so you can play louder without the sudden howl.
- A rack-style COMP module with its own attack control evens out pick-attack volume spikes for a more consistent DI signal to front of house.
- Balanced XLR output goes straight into a mixer or interface without a separate DI box, and the 1/4" output can feed your acoustic amp at the same time.
- An adjustable PHONES output with cab simulation lets you practice with effects engaged, without an amp.
Which Dapper effects strip fits your playing?
The Dapper Mini is the electric-guitar version with drive, chorus and tap delay; the Dapper Indie is a wider ambient/indie board for electric guitar. The Dapper Acoustic Mini here is built specifically for acoustic-electric players who need EQ, notch filtering and a balanced DI.
Controls and modules
- TUNER — press and hold the REVERB footswitch to engage it; the output mutes while tuning, and 7 bi-color LEDs show the note name.
- COMP — COMP and ATK (attack) knobs for rack-mount-style compression.
- PREAMP — 3-band EQ, a dedicated notch filter for feedback control and a volume control.
- REVERB — single-knob reverb for natural, clear decay.
- PHONES — level knob for the headphone output.
Connections & Power
- 1/4" INPUT and 1/4" OUTPUT jacks.
- XLR OUT for a balanced signal to a mixer, audio interface or recorder.
- PHONES output for silent practice; all outputs can be used at the same time.
- Runs on 9V DC center-negative at 140 mA current draw. It is not powered by phantom power — switch phantom power off on the mixer channel before connecting the XLR output. No battery operation.
In the Box
- Valeton Dapper Acoustic Mini effects strip
- 9V DC power adapter
| Model | Valeton Dapper Acoustic Mini (MES-4) |
|---|---|
| Type | Combined effects strip for acoustic-electric guitar |
| Modules | TUNER, COMP (with attack), PREAMP (3-band EQ + notch filter + volume), REVERB, PHONES with cab sim |
| Connections | 1/4" INPUT, 1/4" OUTPUT, XLR OUT (balanced), PHONES, 9V DC |
| Power | 9V DC center-negative, 140 mA |
| Dimensions | 7.8 x 2.6 x 1.7 in (197 x 65 x 42 mm) |
| Weight | 15.3 oz (435 g) |
FAQ
Will this stop my acoustic-electric from feeding back? The PREAMP module's notch filter is designed to target the specific ringing frequency that causes acoustic feedback, used alongside the 3-band EQ.
Can I run this on phantom power from my mixer? No. It needs its 9V DC adapter; switch phantom power off before connecting the XLR output.
What power supply does it need? A 9V DC center-negative adapter rated for at least 140 mA; one is included.
Is there a headphone output for silent practice? Yes, an adjustable PHONES output with cab simulation for practicing with effects engaged.
Can I use the XLR and 1/4" outputs together? Yes, all outputs can be used at the same time — for example XLR to the PA and 1/4" to a stage amp.
Does it have a tuner? Yes. Press and hold the REVERB footswitch; the output mutes while you tune.
How is this different from the Dapper Mini? The Dapper Mini is built for electric guitar (drive, chorus, delay); the Dapper Acoustic Mini swaps those for a compressor, acoustic EQ preamp with notch filter and reverb, and adds an XLR output.