Reddit reviews Minwax 61500444 Pre Stain Wood Conditioner, 1 Quart,Clear
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Assures even stain penetration on soft woods such as Pine, fit and sprucePrepares the wood to avoid blotching and streakingWood may be stained immediately after applicationAssures even stain penetration on soft woods such as pine, fir and sprucePrepares the wood to avoid blotching and streakingWood may be stained immediately after applicationCoverage is approximately 75-Square Feet per quart1 quart
Yup. HD only carries this one (at least in my area).
Before you do that though, watch this video about staining blotchy woods (relevant part starts around the 4min mark). He uses diluted shellac as a base coat, which is a more versatile product than something as specific as a pre-stain condition. I haven't tried this yet, but I will after I finish up all this pre-stain that I have.
I haven't had a chance to use it yet but you can try using a stain conditioner just before staining. I can't tell you how well it works with bassword personally however.