What is it about guitar amps from the past that makes them so desirable? Could it be the looks? The sound? Or, perhaps it's both?
Koch certainly considered both while designing the new Classic amplifiers: the Koch Classictone II series! Clearly, they took a look at some iconic tube amps too, as the new series consists of four classic tube amps fitted with EL84 power tubes for a warm sound with awesome overdrive.
Calling a new product a classic may seem a little strong, yet it's hard to deny that's what Koch has achieved with this new 20-watt amp.
The looks are certainly vintage and they've also succeeded in recreating yesteryear's sound.
A large part of the classic sound comes from the EL84 power tubes that deliver a typical crystal-clear, bell-like high. Overdriven, the tubes lean heavily towards a vintage British sound. This gives the Koch Classictone II series amps the wonderful combination of a warm clean coupled with heavy overdrive, complete with characteristic 'singing' upper tones and a healthy dose of compression.
The front panel features a setting for the master volume so that you can enjoy the tube compression fully whether you're at home, in the studio or on stage. The switch works like an attenuator and with an accurately responsive equalizer divided over the three channels, the sound will never become thick or muddy, no matter what setting is chosen.
More Information
| Brand | Koch |
|---|---|
| Ean Code | 8718053961392 |
| Color | Bruin |
| Amp type | tube |
| Output power | 10-25 watts |
| Speaker configuration & size | 1x12" |
| Pre-amp channels | 3 |
| Other options | reverb |
| Article number | 60725 |
| Size (product) | 26.5 x 66.5 x 49.5 cm |
| Size (packaging) | 80 x 60 x 35 cm |