The Pre-Filter control filters out high frequencies in an audio signal prior to rectification. This is desirable because the rectification process can cause instability in waveform output—particularly in the case of high-frequency audio signals. Filtering out these higher frequencies prior to rectification can improve waveform stability and the quality of the rectification effect. If you wish to create classic subharmonic synthesis effects, set the Pre-Filter and Post-Filter controls to a relatively low frequency, such as 250 Hz.
The range of the Pre-Filter is from 43 Hz to 21 kHz, with a maximum value of Thru (which effectively means bypass).