Peavey Windsor Studio Guitar Combo Amplifier (20 Watts, 1x12")
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Use this amp's footswitchable Boost for overdrive or added volume with solos. The Power Sponge provides full distortion characteristics at any volume level.
Overview
The single-channel Windsor Studio features a footswitchable Boost button, which increases the preamp level to allow the flexibility of a dual-channel amp plus control over the dynamic response and rich distortion characteristics of its class-A tube power topology. The Boost function can be used as an overdrive feature for the power section or simply as a volume boost for soloing. This 15-watt amplifier uses two 12AX7 preamp tubes and one EL34 power-amp tube in a single-ended configuration with no negative feedback. The power section is designed to accommodate 6L6GC, 6550, 6CA7, KT88 and KT66 octal power tubes, as well as variations on those types.
Peavey's exclusive new Power Sponge output attenuator incrementally adjusts the power output of the amplifier while maintaining the distortion characteristics of the power amp at any chosen volume level. Also onboard is a transformer-balanced XLR direct output with a unique microphone simulator that allows players to send the amplifier signal to a recording device or front-of-house mix without the use of a microphone. Additional features include true spring reverb, preamp volume, master volume, three-band tone equalization, footswitchable effects loop and a single 12-inch loudspeaker.
Peavey's exclusive new Power Sponge output attenuator incrementally adjusts the power output of the amplifier while maintaining the distortion characteristics of the power amp at any chosen volume level. Also onboard is a transformer-balanced XLR direct output with a unique microphone simulator that allows players to send the amplifier signal to a recording device or front-of-house mix without the use of a microphone. Additional features include true spring reverb, preamp volume, master volume, three-band tone equalization, footswitchable effects loop and a single 12-inch loudspeaker.
Specs
Class A Power Amp can use various octal power tubes including EL34 (stock), 6L6GC, 6550, 6CA7, KT88, KT66, or any variation on these types
Two 12AX7/ECC83 Preamp tubes
15-20W (RMS) into 4, 8, or 16 Ohms with "Power Sponge" output power attenuator
No negative feedback in Power Amp
High & Low Gain Inputs
Preamp Volume
Low, Mid, and High EQ
Footswitchable Boost function
Footswitchable Effects Loop
Spring Reverb
Transformer balanced XLR Recording Output w/passive mic simulator
XLR Ground Lift switch
Dual Speaker Outputs
Impedance Selector
1/4 in. TRS footswitch jack for Boost and Loop defeat
12 in. Blue Marvel Speaker
Weight Unpacked: 37
Width Unpacked: 21.125
Depth Unpacked: 10.25
Height Unpacked: 18.375
Weight Packed: 41.3
Width Packed: 25
Depth Packed: 14.125
Height Packed: 21.375
Two 12AX7/ECC83 Preamp tubes
15-20W (RMS) into 4, 8, or 16 Ohms with "Power Sponge" output power attenuator
No negative feedback in Power Amp
High & Low Gain Inputs
Preamp Volume
Low, Mid, and High EQ
Footswitchable Boost function
Footswitchable Effects Loop
Spring Reverb
Transformer balanced XLR Recording Output w/passive mic simulator
XLR Ground Lift switch
Dual Speaker Outputs
Impedance Selector
1/4 in. TRS footswitch jack for Boost and Loop defeat
12 in. Blue Marvel Speaker
Weight Unpacked: 37
Width Unpacked: 21.125
Depth Unpacked: 10.25
Height Unpacked: 18.375
Weight Packed: 41.3
Width Packed: 25
Depth Packed: 14.125
Height Packed: 21.375
Documents and Manuals
For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 877-732-8391
Email: customerservice@peavey.com
Web: https://peavey.com/c/Contact-Us
Phone: 877-732-8391
Email: customerservice@peavey.com
Web: https://peavey.com/c/Contact-Us
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
(11 ratings)
Submitted June 10, 2008 by a customer from grimmer.com
"SWEET!"
This review has been selected by our experts as particularly helpful.
This is a relatively new amp, so I've only had it so long. However, I'm happy enough that I'm selling my other amps off!
Sound
Great Marshall-like tone, especially the overdrive.
Features
The "Power Sponge" attenuator is awesome! It lets you crank the amp to satisfying break-ups, then dial down the actual speaker output without changing the tone.
If you do a lot of home recording, this amp is perfect for it. Not only can you get that full-throated tone at bedroom levels, but the balanced D.I. output is something you usually only find on much more costly amps.
Plus, it's built so you can swap out the tubes without doing a full re-bias. Nice!
Ease of Use
Takes a bit of knob-fiddling to "dial in" a good tone, but once you're there, you're golden.
Quality
It's a Peavey. Not a glamorous brand, but one with a long history of being rock-solid. This amp looks and feels like it will outlive me.
Value
You can NOT find this tone with these feature for less. Anywhere.
Manufacturer Support
Never had a complaint about Peavey support
The Wow Factor
Good looking, classic colors, well built, excellent sound, powerful features. What more could you ask?
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Rock
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