Hudson Electronics BroadcastHudson Electronics Broadcast?? The Broadcast is a transformer coupled, discrete Class A germanium pre amplifier based on the classic broadcast consoles of the 1960s. In the low gain setting, the Broadcast can cover everything from sparkling clean boost through to transparent overdrive, all with a healthy dose of volume available to push your amp. The Broadcast features a specially selected Triad steel core transformer and a Germanium transistor.