Paul Reed Smith Archon Classic Tube Electric Guitar Amp with 12" Speaker-50 Watts
Gigging On The Edge
The Archon Classic 50 Combo is a purpose-built, grab-and-go format amp that retains the voice, reliability, and power of the Archon Classic 50 head. Outfitted with a 12″ Celestion V-Type speaker, the PRS Archon Classic 50 Combo delivers pristine clean to edge of breakup sounds with ease. The 3-dimensional tone of this amp brings full low-end response and lush highs, all while maintaining excellent note separation and articulation.
The Archon Classic 50 Combo features an intuitive control layout with 3-band EQ that allows players to dial in their desired tone. The individual channel volume and master volume controls work together to command the amp’s loudness and distortion. The bright switch acts almost as a treble boost, putting a shine on the amp’s high-end without going into icepick territory. The global presence and depth controls in the Archon’s power amp section both work to modify the feedback network of the amp to unleash the potential of the high- and low-end respectively. Turning up the Presence control releases more high-mid and treble frequencies, bringing the amp’s tone forward. Depending on the tone stack and volume settings, the Presence can change the gain/texture and loudness of the high-end, making your tone wilder and more 3-dimensional (or more “present” sounding). In addition to adding low-end, the Depth control allows players to choose between a tight, focused sound or a more resonant, bass-heavy response. For players looking to add a pedal board, the Archon Classic provides ample headroom and built-in effects loop in addition to its ultra-clean tonal platform.
With its integrated cabinet design, this combo gives you the warmth and projection of a matched speaker enclosure without the complexity of separate gear. Just plug in and play. Compact, powerful, and perfectly voiced, the PRS Archon Classic 50 Combo brings professional sound to any stage, studio, or practice space.
Number of Channels
The Archon Classic is a 2-channel amp, delivering pristine cleans, edge of breakup overdrive, and classic gain. With a 3-band EQ for each channel, the Archon allows players simple versatility to dial in their tone.
Modern Design (Archon Classic)
Modern features include a Master Volume per channel, tone-shaping Presence and Depth controls, a tube-driven effects loop, and individually-voiced channels.
Wattage (Archon Classic)
At 50 watts, the Archon Classic has enough power and volume to go from the rehearsal room to the gig.
General
Available Configurations: Head & Combo
Channels: Lead & Clean
Electronics
Wattage: 50
Tubes
Power Tubes: (2) JJ 6CA7
Preamp Tubes: (6) JJ ECC83S
Front Panel Controls
Lead Channel: Volume, Bright Switch, Treble, Middle, Bass, Master Volume
Clean Channel: Volume, Bright Switch, Treble, Middle, Bass, Master Volume
Global Controls: Presence, Depth
Back Panel Features
Inlet: Fused Power Inlet (IEC)
Effects Loop: Series, Tube Driven
Extension Speaker Jacks: 5
Ohm Switching: (2) 4 ohm parallel, (2) 8 ohm parallel, (1) 16 ohm
Bias: Adjustable with Monitoring Jacks
Footswitch Jack: 1/4” Mono
Hardware
Covering: Black Textured Vinyl
Piping: Black Embossed Welt
Panel: Black Textured Vinyl
Speakers: Celestion V-Type, 70W
Handle: Stitched Black Faux Leather
Additional Information:
| PLU: | 117025ST |