Hiwatt Hi-5 2-Channel 5W Tube Combo Amplifier – HI5C-U

Overview

The Hiwatt Hi-5 Combo is a formidable, studio-quality practice amplifier engineered to deliver massive, serious tones in a highly compact format. This lightweight, 5-watt monster packs a serious bark to match its bite, utilizing touch-sensitive, Class A cathode-biased tube amplification. Driven by a single EL84 power tube and a 12AX7 preamp tube, it allows you to hear the huge difference a premium, small-wattage amp can produce—especially when paired with its custom speaker, which is voice-matched to the top-shelf Celestion G10N-40.

Featuring two incredibly versatile channels, the Clean channel is specifically voiced for that classic Hiwatt tone—sparkly, present, punchy, full, and forward. The Overdrive channel delivers sweet, saturated versatility, easily ranging from a smooth, lightly compressed breakup to an aggressive, high-gain growl and chug. Maintaining clarity and dynamic touch sensitivity from crystal clean to full distortion, the Hi-5 Combo is an ideal, versatile companion for bedroom practice, intimate performances, and studio recording sessions.

Features

• Authentic Tube Tone – Touch-sensitive, Class A cathode-biased tube amplification provides a rich, dynamic response.
• Custom Speaker – Loaded with a speaker specifically voice-matched to the top-shelf Celestion G10N-40 for articulate, premium sound quality.
• Dual-Channel Versatility – Switch between dedicated Clean and Overdrive channels to cover everything from pristine headroom to heavy chugging.
• Classic Hiwatt Cleans – Delivers the signature sparkly, full, and forward clean tones the brand is famous for.
• Dynamic Overdrive – Ranges smoothly from a light, vintage-style breakup to aggressive, modern saturation.
• Rugged Construction – Housed in a durable birch ply cabinet for rugged road-worthiness and superior sonic stability.

Specifications

• Type: Tube Combo Amplifier
• Wattage: 5W (Class A, Cathode Biased)
• Speaker: 1x12" Custom (Celestion G10N-40 Voice-Matched)
• Tubes: 1 x EL84 (Power Amp), 1 x 12AX7 / ECC83 (Preamp)
• Channels: 2 (Clean, Overdrive)
• Construction: Birch Ply
• Model: HI5C-U