Bugera V5INFINIUM Tube Guitar Combo Amplifier
With a built-in power attenuator and headphone output for silent playing, the V5 is a great practice amp. The all-tube design features 12AX7 and EL84 valves.
Overall User Ratings (based on 9 ratings)
Submitted November 28, 2018 by Ron Barnhill in Riverside County, CA
"Bugera V5 Tube Amp"
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Wow! I play a lot of ZZ Top AND MAN THIS IS A GREAT LIL’ amp!! Swapped out the stock Bugera 12ax7 for a Tungsol ! I upgraded the Preamp tube after auditioning it for about 5 minutes. And what a big difference!! I don’t really need to upgrade the EL84 But I ordered a JJ ANYWAY. I also ordered a Jensen CR8 for a Speaker swap but as I said it sounds so good with just the preamp tube replaced. Hell Yeah! It Sounds great!! Very happy with this purchase.
Musical Background:
Retired Pro
Musical Style:
Texas Heat
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Submitted August 1, 2016 by Leonard Smith in Baltimore, MD
"Bugera v5 infinium"
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WOW! I can't believe how good this thing sounds. Driving tube tone at a volume that won't wake up the whole household. The reverb sounds amazing. I haven't hooked up any pedals yet. I also haven't had to ask for manufacturer support. All in all, I would say to someone who is considering buying this amp, "What are you waiting for?"
Musical Background:
Been playing guitar for quite a few years and drums for the last 7 months.
Musical Style:
Rock, blues, gospel, prog
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Submitted June 26, 2018 by station station in Benton, KY
"So nice for band practice and at home"
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This amp gets mic'd up at band practice and it really sounds great..the other guitar player had a solid state amp and this thing is so noticeably warmer sounding..I use a overdrive and a delay pedal with it for some grit and lead delay..for it's price it is the best home amp i have seen also..so nice not to have to lug around big nice amps to get to rehearsal
Musical Background:
over 25 years
Musical Style:
classic rock,metal,punk
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Submitted July 28, 2016 by Michael S in Syracuse, NY
"This thing is amazing."
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I picked this little guy up and wow. First off its under to 200 dollar price point. Second, its a class A tube beauty. The tone on this thing is better than some small boutique amps I have played on (VHT, Fender, Handmade). It's got a great clean tone when you want it, and an awesome filthy gritty tube tone when you want it. The attenuator is bada** for practicing, and the headphone jack works like a charm as well. I can't comment on the self biasing properties yet as I just got it, but I can say the stock tubes are not bad. I've had worse. If you're on the line, get it. You won't regret it. I also want to comment on the fit and finish. This thing looks amazing. It feels amazing and it plays amazing.
Musical Background:
10+ year multi-instrumentalist. Opened for national acts.
Musical Style:
Jazz, fusion, progressive rock, blues, retro rock.
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Submitted November 6, 2016 by M Campbell in San Diego, CA
"Bugera V5INFINIUM"
I really wanted to love this amp, yet sadly after just a few days of ownership, it began to act up. This amp looks great and feels as though it's built really well; solid construction, "leather-like" vinyl covering, classic "chicken head" knobs. This initial tones I was able to get out of her were very much to my liking and I looked forward to getting her broke in and hearing how much better she would sound over time. Yet one afternoon while playing, it began to have a loud static sound, for no reason. I turned it off and then on again with no luck. Then, as mysteriously as it began, it slowly faded away. I continued to play with no more static. Cut to a few days later. it happened again, only more aggressively. Not wanting to take a chance, I decided to just begin the return process while she was still new. I still feel a bit saddened since I really wanted to love this lil' amp.
Sound
Some categorize the tone as "muddy" and "dark". I found it to be to my liking, not too dark or muddy. But tone is a personal preference, to each his own. The reverb, being digital, is not all that bad. I have a Vox AC15 C2 with a AC30 true spring reverb tank in it...no comparison there, of course, but my Vox Night Train has a digital reverb in her which is rather nice. I would say this one is not much different to that one. I was able to coax really nice over driven tones from this amp. More blues/classic rock than metal. I never tried pedals on this amp, so no comment there.
Features
The best feature is the attenuator. That was my main reason for choosing this amp. I wanted a lower watt amp. It was between this and the Vox 4 watt model with an attenuator. This amp was almost half the price and had a gain control.
Ease of Use
Prior to it's "melt down", I was able to get really great tones from this lil' amp. Dialing in the sound you want was easy and I could foresee the .1 watt being a useful tool for late night home practice.
Quality
It felt like it was well made. Great looking, The vinyl covering looked and felt like high end leather. The handle was sturdy and I believe it was made of leather. I felt it would be around in my collection for years. Had it not been for the static/buzzing issue, I'd be playing her right now.
Value
I hope mine was just a fluke and the rest of you get a issue free model. If so, I know you'll enjoy this amp. No other all tube amp with these features is any where near this value. Hell, I still want to give her another try someday. I'm sure mine was just a bad egg in the bunch. Or, I'll just get another Vox!
Manufacturer Support
I did not contact them with my issue, just promptly returned it to zZounds.
The Wow Factor
The "Wow" factor is the classic good looks and the beefy tones you'll get!
Musical Background:
Guitarist/Musician/Songwriter/Mojo Man
Musical Style:
Blues, Classic R&B, Rock, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Fraggle Rock
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Submitted March 13, 2017 by mayy r
"Nice little amp, good for driving a larger speaker too"
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Not nearly as "Dark" as I have read, I think that Bugera may have made some mods to this amp since it first came out. I like the tone a lot, personally, the gain is about perfect and if not over-saturated the reverb works well. It is digital reverb but does not color the tube tone, so its acceptable to add a tiny bit of chime and air to the overall tone. I have only tried to use a big muff pedal on it and was not at all impressed with how it took pedals. I would however, like to be able to add Trem to the tone. Maybe a better quality pedal will sound better not sure.Also, I do use this to driver a 112 cabinet. The bigger speaker sounds much better than the 8 inch in the combo, however, as far as 8'' speakers go, it is usable in a small venue or for practice. I like the power attenuation ability, however at 1 watt and .5 watt I do believe the tone suffers a lot, so I don't use them much. I have heard more expensive amps and they do not have this problem. I guess all-in-all for 200 bucks cant be beat!
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Submitted November 23, 2017 by Scott T in Benton, KY
"perfect for a house or an apt"
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this thing sounds nice! dial up the gain at full and at 5 watts with vol under 1 and you have a nice breakup sound ..add some pedals and this little amp will surprise your ears
Musical Background:
35 plus years,guitar ,bass,keys
Musical Style:
classic rock
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Submitted February 4, 2018 by Chase Wells in Hillsboro , TN
"Great amp for the price!!"
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Man, where do I start? I love this amp. I bought it because I didn't want to spend a lot, but I also missed the sound of a clean guitar in a tube amp. This amp is amazing. The cleans are perfect and crystal clear. I play a lot of blues and this amp is perfect for blues. I put an Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer in the front of the dirty channel and it gives plenty of bite. This amp is one of the best cheap tube amps I have ever played. If you're looking at buying it, do it!!!
Musical Background:
Musicians Institute former student and professional musician.
Musical Style:
Blues, rock, metal
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Submitted June 17, 2017 by Randy M in Lynnwood, WA
"Bugera V5 Tube Amp "
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Great practice amp. Perfect for bedroom practice sessions.....
Simple, well made, and ready to fill the room with tube warmth and
acceptable volume levels.
Musical Background:
playing guitar for 5+ years
Musical Style:
Blues and classic rock
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