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The Orange Micro Dark is a 20-Watt hybrid head with tube preamp and state-of-the-art solid state power amp, finely tuned for the most brutal metal tones at bedroom volumes. Bringing the single-knob "Shape" EQ control over from its bigger brother, the Dark Terror, the Micro Dark is a tonal champion that goes from clean to mean in a hurry. Pair it up with the PPC108 cabinet, or plug in your favorite headphones for a perfect practice rig for all riffing you can put forth.

Featuring a compact size, headphone jack and 20 watts of power, the MT20 Micro Terror is a little powerhouse that delivers large on classic Orange tone. Designed for maximum portability, this is an ideal at-home head that can be used in the practice space and even at smaller gigs.

The Mesa Boogie Mark Five 25 head is a compact, all-tube amp with signature Mesa tones and a plethora of features making it a pinnacle of versatility. The clean and dirty channels take you through the history of Boogie, from the Mark I's boost to the Mark II and Mark IV's lead tones. Shape your tone with the legendary Boogie 5-band graphic EQ, add some ambience with the tube-driven spring reverb, and completely change the sonic personality of the amp with switchable output wattages and operating classes. An onboard headphone amp for silent practice and Cabclone DI for direct recording and cab-less live rigs round out the feature set to make the Mark Five 25 one of the most flexible amps on the market.

The Orange Dark Terror is a 15-Watt tube amp head goes where the standard Tiny Terror can't -- blistering high gain tones. The innovative "Shape" control provides simple single-knob control of your tone on this compact head, and a 15/7-watt switch on either side of Standby allows you to set the overall impact of your sound.

Thanks to Mesa Boogie's Mini Rectifier Twenty-Five, the quintessential Boogie tone can now be had in a package small enough to show up to the gig on a bus with absolutely no sacrifice in tone. Completely handcrafted in California, the Mini Rectifier Twenty-Five packs two channels, four voices, bypassable tube-driven FX loop, and two switchable power modes into a scaled-down aluminum enclosure built for the rigors of the road.

Looking for that modern “British sound?” Then EVH’s 5150 III EL34 50-Watt Tube Guitar Head should satisfy your need. With a look familiar to other EVH amp gear, 5150 III EL34 can sound both sparkling and clean as well as dark, compressed, and saturated.

Built on a two-channel design with normal and bright/high gain inputs and bringing in features like a three-band EQ, presence control, and vicious Tung-Sol power and preamp tubes, the Electro-Harmonix MIG-50 amp head recreates the power of an original workhorse in a contemporary package. Made to not just emulate the cult favorite Sovtek MIG-50, the modern EHX model improves upon its predecessor with higher-grade components and a hand-built construction made to deliver powerful, reliable performance for years.

The Peavey 6505 MH is a tube-powered brute that packs all the tone of the standard and "Plus" model 6505 heads into a compact enclosure. The 6505 MH's two channels have the same gain structure and voicing as the bigger amps, with the shared equalization section of the 6505 (the 6505+ has independent EQs) with reverb and an effects loop. The MSDI output section on the rear panel allows for direct recording of the amp with headphone monitoring, even simulating a microphone crammed up against a cabinet for authentic tone. No audio interface? No problem. A USB output uses an onboard converter to spit the 6505 MH's signal straight into your computer with no fuss.

The Orange OR15H is an all-tube rocker of a guitar head, perfect for small clubs and recording. The intuitive "Shape" EQ gives you a single-knob sweep over your tone that usually takes multiple controls on other amps. With a wide, dynamic response reminiscent of vintage Orange amps and switchable output wattage for different volumes and power tube distortion, the OR15H is a great choice for guitarists looking for a classic crunch tone.

Pairing the legendary modeling power of the standard version with a 600W onboard power section for the muscle to hit the stage running, the Kemper Profiler Power Head is so stacked, even the most discerning tube purist will do a double take. Coming in out of the box with over 200 head, cab, and effect models including legendary overdrive, delay, and chorus, all of which can be mixed and matched and archived for quick selection onstage, the Profiler can also model your favorite physical heads and cabs for a complete sonic armory at your fingertips.

The Marshall JCM 2000 DSL100 Head is no longer in production, but remains one of the company's fan-favorite amps through a timeless design and reams of power. An acronym for "Dual Super Lead," the DSL100 is built on a dual footswitchable channel design with options for reverb, three-band EQ, and presence on each channel. Want even more? Each channel sports two unique modes: Clean and Crunch on the Classic Channel and separate Leads on Ultra for the sounds of four amps in one head.

Quilter bills its 101 Mini Reverb 50-Watt Guitar Head as a sort of missing link between a guitar players effects and speaker cabinet. With a reimagined three-knob EQ section (Bass, Mid, and Treble), the 101 proves to be quite versatile across the frequency spectrum. Quilter does this by giving the Mid an aggressive “bite” on the high-end, and a clean-’60s Blackface tone on the lower end. Its effects section includes Gain, Limiter, Reverb, & Master controls. Another upside is that this head only weighs two pounds, making it highly compact and portable.

The Orange Tiny Terror amp gives you Class A, all-tube tone without breaking the bank or your back. This small but mighty amp is as portable and rugged as it gets while still providing studio-grade sound with breakup at recording or drum-trumping volumes. Compare new and used Orange Tiny Terror amps on Reverb.

Featuring individual resonance and presence controls on each channel, a three-band EQ and a preamp with a mind-blowing six 12AX7 vacuum tubes for unprecedented gain, the Peavey 6505+ Head brings 120 watts of unapologetic power. A tried and true standard for nearly every genre in metal, the 6505+ is an excellent, cost-effective choice for hardcore, thrash, or black metal.

The Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier Solo Head is a 100 watt tube guitar amplifier head that offers three channels with two modes each, as well as controls for Master, Presence, Treble, Mid, Bass, and Gain. The wattage can be assigned to one channel or split into 50 watts across two channels.

Featuring five coveted amp voicings like tweed, jazz, and surf, an intuitive "Tri-Q" EQ knob for dialing in quick tone shaping, and a Hi-Cut control, the Quilter 101 Mini Guitar Amplifier Head packs a wallop in a tiny package. One of the smallest heads available on the market, this little guy's nifty 50/100W dual versatility plays nicely with cabs of all kinds and can fill up a room with ease. Whether you're looking for a desktop amp or your next practice workhorse, the 101 gets both done with ease.

The Orange CR120H is a loud, proud solid-state guitar head with more than enough power for the stage. This lightweight amp takes queues from it's tube-based family members with twin channels and four gain stages on the Dirty channel. Even the clean side of the amp has just a touch of overdrive at the top of the range. A digital reverb sends your tone into space, and a global master volume control gives you any tone at any level, so this 120-watt beast isn't just for live shows.

Mesa Boogie collaborated with John Petrucci to bring back the beloved Mark II C+ amplifier in a more modernized form: the JP-2C amp head. Essentially a C+ reissue, the JP-2C contains the same big transformer and the same circuitry but with 21st-century updates geared towards the live performer. With three different lead channels, including one clean and two lead, 2 distinct EQs, and even MIDI capabilities, the JP-2C amp head is a truly singular amplifier that functions both as a reissue and as something completely unique.

Featuring clean, lead and boost channels, a compact design and silent recording capability for recording tracks at any time, the Hughes & Kettner Tubemeister 18 is a versatile head designed to excel from the stage to the studio. Lightweight and portable all the while packing 18 watts of tube power, this head is perfect for practicing in an apartment and still being able to shred in a show.

Originally known as the EVH 5150, this 120 watt head had two inputs and a "bright" and "crunch" channel. 

Years of Production: 1995 - 2004

Get the classic British tone with the four-channel Marshall JVM410H head. All-tube and boasting four totally independent channels, the JVM410H is ultimately an incredibly versatile amp. With channels for Clean, Crunch, OD1, and OD2, it's easier than ever to get the tone you want out of your rig. Though there's a whole slew of knobs and switches, the clean and intuitive design make the JVM410H much easier to use than you might think, giving you control over things like reverb, EQ, master volume, and even a memory recall function.

The Quilter Interlock 45 is a 45-watt amp packed into a pedal enclosure. Its size and output options make it a versatile choice for many different playing scenarios. From the Interlock 45, you can plug into a speaker cabinet, straight into a recording interface or PA system, or use the headphone jack for low-volume practicing. The FR/CAB switch lets you choose between a full-range flat response or a guitar cabinet simulator response. And it also has an onboard overdrive section, a three-band EQ, and an effects loop, with the option of changing the EQ voice to vintage mode.

Don't let the size fool you, the Peavey Classic 20 MH Mini Head provides huge clean and crunch tones at a volume that's perfectly suited to the studio and smaller club gigs. This all-tube amp sports two channels voiced for blues and rock, and tacks on a luscious reverb to fill out your sound. For hifi direct recording, take the direct output with microphone simulation straight to your mixer, interface, or direct to your computer via USB to capture this amp's classic sound free of unwanted bleed. Shop Reverb today for the best deals on new & used Peavey Classic 20 MH Mini Heads.

The Orange Dual Terror was released as a bigger, more powerful addition to the Tiny Terror line. It offers 30 watts and two channels compared to the 15W, single channel layout of the original TT15. Often referred to as a "lunchbox head," it has a switch to change the output from 30 to 15 to 7 watts. Great for apartments and big venues alike.

Renowned builder Quilter has taken its knowledge of amp building and packed it into a standard stompbox-sized chassis with the MicroBlock 45. This compact pedal formatted amp head provides players with 33/45 watts of speaker power—a less powerful alternative for players who don't need as much power as the 200-watt Tone Block provides. But though less powerful, the MicroBlock 45 retains a lot of the features and controls of its mightier counterpart: gain for switching from crystal clear cleans to ripping overdrive, tri-Q for everything from Blackface chime roaring leads, and master for adjusting your volume without sacrificing your tone.

The Mesa Boogie Mark Five: 35 is an all-tube guitar amp head (combo version also available) that puts forth that unmistakable Boogie tone -- perfect for recordings, small- and mid-sized clubs. This dual-channel head sports six modes, two solo functions with separate level controls, Mesa's legendary 5-band graphic EQ, even a built-in Cabclone for cabinet-free operation for recording or direct-to-mixer stage rigs. Switchable output power lets you go from 35 watts to 25 to 10, changing the clipping point of the power tubes and dropping the volume a bit for different scenarios.

Though the original 1952 design was intended and marketed as a bass guitar amplifier, guitar players all over quickly adopted these venerable amps as their own thanks to amazing breakup and beefy bottom end. The "Black Panel" Bassman amps with AA165 and AB165 circuits from the mid-60s are often heralded as the cream of the crop for classic rock tones, and their ability to take pedals well makes them a great choice for the modern player with a packed pedal board. Here on Reverb, you'll find a great selection of these amps, both in their original "Piggyback" configuration and just the heads by themselves.

The Egnater Tweaker 40 Head packs the sounds of generations of amplifiers into one model with features like vintage and modern modes, selectable USA, AC, or BRIT voicings, and a Tight/Bright switch for emphasizing low- or high-end response. Not content to rest on its laurels, this two-channel behemoth's 6L6 power amp and 12AX7 preamp pump 40 watts of power are further mastered by a Mid-Cut switch and High/Low gain modes for a world of tone in a compact, affordable package.

The Friedman PT-20 20-Watt Tube Guitar Amp Head offers a no-nonsense one-channel package of vintage British tone hand-built by the masters at Friedman.

• Tube Sections: 12AX7 preamp, EL84 power amp


• Interface: Master volume, gain, three-band EQ


• Other Features: Dual speaker output, 8/16 ohm operation, effects loops

The Mesa Boogie Mark V 90-watt head is the living history of Mesa Boogie amps in one powerful package. With three distinct channels (from low gain to transition gain to classic high-gain) and three modes per channel, there's more tone-sculpting power onboard this combo than most digital modelers provide. A five-band EQ on the face of the amp helps you dial it in even further. Other amps let you pare down the spectrum with a cleaver. The Mark V lets you get in there with a scalpel. Ideal for any player looking to have an extreme range of gain available and the ability to tame it with incredible precision. Pair it up with your favorite cabinet and blow the doors off of your next show.

The Kemper Profiler Head is a is a versatile amp modeling system with over 200 preset, completely user-customizable sounds. The rack version can be plugged in to a live sound system or straight into a recording interface.

This model features a built-in Class D power amp capable of operating at 600w or 300w and the accompanying controller.

The Mesa Boogie Transatlantic TA-15 is an all-tube guitar amplifier head with a range of tones you'd typically need two or three amps to cover, perfect for smaller club gigs and studio recording. Mesa's patented Duo-Class and Dyna-Watt technologies give you a wealth of tonal options in the EL84 power stage alone.

With the KTN-Head, iconic effects unit maker Boss marries its extensive sound design know-how with the trend of highly portable guitar amplifiers. A 100W amp outfitted with integrated access to 55 Boss effects, the KTN-Head also features the customizable Boss Tone Studio editor software. Players can load up to 15 effects onto the amp at a time, making it a great resource for both the songwriting process and smaller live gigs.

The Marshall DSL100H is a 100W two-channel guitar head with four total modes and onboard digital reverb. Footswitchable Classic Gain and Ultra Gain channels, each with two voices, run the gamut in Marshall tones. The bold sound of a Plexi, the crunchy delights of the JCM800 -- this high-powered beast can go from pristine clean to brutal distortion and will fill any venue with it's all-tube tone. The EQ section is expanded from other DSL amps with a bass resonance control you can dial in exactly how you like, and a Mid-Shift button that brings the DSL100H into the realm of modern metal. A rear panel switch flips the power tubes between pentode and triode operation, halving the wattage and lowering the clip point for a saggier distortion at 50W. Pair up with your favorite cabinet and let 'er rip.

The Orange TH30H is a twin channel guitar amp head that grinds up with the best of them but still cleans up nicely. The intuitive "Shape" EQ is a single control that sweeps through scooped and boosted midrange tones for a range of sounds that typically requires several knobs to achieve. Set the power and clipping point you want by halving or quartering the wattage from 30 to 15 to 7. Plug in your favorite cab, flip the amp off standby and relish in all the rock'n'roll glory that the TH30H head holds.

EVH 5150 III 15W LBX Head brings together the best of an easily-transportable head along with hefty features like an ECC83s preamp, matched duet EL84 power amp, and a responsive three-band EQ for the littlest powerhouse around. Built on a dual-channel design which affords both pristine cleans and brown sound crunch within the same breath, this head is an ideal avenue for those after classic '80s tones ready to travel anywhere.

Roaring straight out of 1987 when it was introduced to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the company, the Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee 100W Reissue captures the tones of the original which changed the amp game forever, Bringing together features like triode/pentode switching, a preamp circuit with clean, rhythm clip, and lead modes, and improved switching circuitry, this model capitalizes on the huge tone of the original which attracted players like John Frusciante, Rich Robinson, and Slash.

Featuring a compact design, durable construction thanks to its chrome finish, and 15 watts of total power with selectable op-amp circuits and three-band EQ, the Vox Night Train NT15H Guitar Amplifier Head packs a wallop in a small package. Easily transported, this little guy can fit in the most cramped of cars with ease and transfer from bedroom playing to live practice to small gigs without breaking a sweat. If you're looking for classic Vox tone but want to steer towards something modern, this little hot head leads the pack.

Featuring a two-channel design with autonomous signal paths, a 12AX7 vacuum tube preamp and GZ34 rectifier, the Orange AD30HTC covers tones from a springy boost to classic rock bark on the fly. One of the most popular 30w heads produced that remains unchanged since its original production, this versatile head can go from classic rock to heavy metal with the flip of a switch.

The Mesa Boogie Triple Crown TC-50 is a three-channel all-tube guitar head that promises players everything from crystal-clear, sparkling cleans to relentlessly aggressive, screaming high-gain grit. The bias switch allows players to switch between the classic EL34s and the rounder-sounding 6L6s, or even use the 6L6s in the EL34 setting with a direct swap over for a more bubbly, vintage-voiced amp tone with creamier harmonic content on the top-end. The TC-50 is also MIDI-capable and comes with the popular CabClone live or recording interface for going straight into the live or recorded board and skipping the microphones.