Peavey ReValver MK III.V amplifier modeling software
January 20, 2010 by G-v Rover · Leave a Comment
Peavey proudly announces the next version of its acclaimed ReValver amplifier modeling software, ReValver MK III.V, which debuts nine new amplifier and effects models. Developed by veteran tube-amp maker Peavey Electronics, ReValver is a revolutionary amplifier modeling software that captures the true characteristics of vacuum tubes while allowing users unprecedented control over their tonality and gain structures. Read more
Amptweaker TightDrive Overdrive Pedal
AmpTweaker is a new company founded by James Brown; former engineer at Peavey Electronics. James Brown is currently Chief Engineer for Kustom Amps. James Brown was responsible for some renown Peavey Amp designs, including Peavey 5150, XXX, JSX, Classic 50, Classic 30 and DeltaBlues. James was the lead engineer working with Eddie Van Halen for 13 years and also collaborated with Joe Satriani to reinforce his name in the guitar amplifier industry. Read more
Blackstar HT-60 Venue Combo Guitar Amplifier – Video
Blackstar–Among the masses of boutique Amplifier enthusiasts attending the NAMM 2010 show, Blackstar amplifiers will be there happy to show off their British amp design: the new HT-60 and Venue series.
The video clip below speaks for itself, but for those of you who like to know more inside details, According to Blackstar the HT-60 2×12 combo boasts the following features:
“Three channels with 2-way EQ for ’boutique’ channel and 3-way EQ plus ISF for Overdrive Channels. A Voice switch for each channel, Presence, Resonance, Master Volume, digital reverb with dark/bright switch, effects loop and emulated output with 1×12/4×12 select switch. Supplied with a 4-way foot controller.”
Inside the chasis of this 60-watt valve combo beast, you’ll find two ECC83, one ECC82 and two EL34 tubes. The Blackstar HT amp ranges with three different models 20, 40 and the 100-watt. Amp this cool, you’ll want to keep watch for it’s price. We’re sure it’ll be a bargain.
Blackstar HT-60 2×12 Video Demo
Bugera 6262 120W 2-Channel Valve Guitar Amplifier Head
December 14, 2009 by Chaz · Leave a Comment
The Bugera 6262 120-Watt two channel Valve guitar amplifier head with reverb is the authority of tone, designed for ultimate versatility for those guitarist who want diversity of amp sound at the controls of the dial knob. From rock to country, metal to alternative, to grindcore, this beast performs with the best of them, hand built with raw massive power and roadworthy reliability, and virtually unlimited dynamics in a 2-channel configuration… Read More: Bugera 6262 Amplifier Review.
Yamaha DG100-212 Digital Modeling Amplifier
October 21, 2009 by Chaz · Leave a Comment
Another contender for the heavyweight silicon-superamp title is Yamaha’s DG100-212, 100-watt combo based on the company’s popular DG1000 guitar preamp. Unlike comparable amps, with their data screens and complex menus, the DG100 features controls that are refreshingly familiar and simple to operate. Yamaha’s aim here is to offer classic tube tones in a digital modeling amp that uses knobs and buttons rather than parameters and data wheels, which tend to scare off technophobes. Read more
Victoria Amplifiers Golden Melody 2X12 Combo
October 20, 2009 by Mike O'Cull · Leave a Comment
The Victoria Amp Company has made quite a name for itself in the guitar business since the 1990’s, when company prez Mark Baier launched the line with the 50’s Fender tweed reproductions that made him a household word and helped to invent the boutique amp business as we know it today along the way. Though he still makes the tweeds, Baier has moved into vintage inspired original amp designs in recent times, one example of these being the new Golden Melody 2×12 combo amp. Read more
Hughes & Kettner Coreblade Guitar Amplifier
Press Release–Hughes & Kettner is happy to introduce the all-new – Coreblade, the next evolutionary stage of programmable all-tube guitar amplifier–is “specially designed to meet the demands of modern metal guitarists”.
The head delivers earth-shattering 100-watts of tube power that combines brutal tone, untamed dynamics and explosive punch with amazing flexibility unequaled by any other tube amp so far. Read more
Retubing a Peavey 5150 Amplifier
September 19, 2009 by Chaz · 8 Comments
I’m retubing my 5150 head entirely. What tubes do you suggest, and what other suggestions can you make for choosing good tubes and getting good sounds
James
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Top Hat King Royale Amplifier Review
September 19, 2009 by Chaz · Leave a Comment
Continued from Top Hat Victoria Amp Review…
With a name that sounds like something out of Pulp Fiction, Top Hat’s update on Vox’s AC30, the King Royale is anything but cheesy. The Royale is a 35-watt amp that is flawlessly built, has a very nice salt-and-pepper grille, and comes in a variety of colors (all made with thick Tolex, for protection), and offers several modifications to the AC30 design. Read more
Top Hat Victoria Guitar Amplifier Review
September 19, 2009 by Chaz · Leave a Comment
The Victoria 50212-T is very similar to the Fender Twin built between 1955 and 1957 (of the low power variety). This meat-and-potatoes amp relies on hand-wired circuitry that drives 45 watts (via 6L6 tubes) through a pair of Mojo Tone V-30 ceramic magnet speakers, as well as a blatant just-say-no attitude toward built-in effects to drive home it’s point. Each channel has it’s own dedicated volume control (bright and normal), as well as controls for presence, bass, and treble. The amp also has two input jacks. The Victoria, unlike the Twins, utilizes a single GZ34 tube, rather than the dual 5U4 rectifier tubes, allowing for more reliable performance. Read more
