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Description

Step into a world of tonal versatility with the 65 Amps Soho, a guitar amplifier head that bridges the best of both American and British sonic landscapes. This handwired marvel from the esteemed Red Line series is tailor-made for guitarists seeking dynamic range and clarity, whether on stage or in the studio. With a power output that effortlessly hits 20 watts, the Soho is equipped with a unique Master Voltage control, allowing you to dial down to a mere 3 watts without compromising the richness of your sound. This means you can enjoy the full-bodied tone of your amp even in the most intimate settings.

What sets the Soho apart is its footswitchable bump function, offering independent volume and tone controls that let you inject additional grit and midrange punch on demand. Built with robust, high-grade materials like Mercury Magnetics hand-wound transformers and SoZo capacitors, the Soho ensures a pure, elegant sound. The amplifier's hybrid preamp, featuring an EF86 pentode feeding a 12AX7 twin-triode, enables a wide array of expressive, British-inspired tones.

Designed by guitarists, for guitarists, the Soho is bright, spunky, and aggressive, making it the ideal companion for those who crave a modern EL84 experience with finesse and range. This is an amplifier head not just made for playing music, but for making it sing.

Key Features:

  • 20-watt handwired tube amplifier head
  • Master Voltage control for reduced output without tone sacrifice
  • Footswitchable bump function with volume and tone controls
  • Hybrid preamp with EF86 and 12AX7 tubes for diverse tonal options
  • Mercury Magnetics hand-wound transformers and SoZo capacitors
  • Built in North Hollywood, California

Product specs

Brand 65 Amps
Model Soho Head
Finish Black
Year 2010s
Categories Guitar Heads
Built-In Effects No Built-In Effects
Color Family Black
Direct Output No Direct Output
Effects Loop No Effects Loop
Electronics Tube
Impedance 16 ohms, 8 ohms
Number of Channels 1 Channel
Number of Inputs 1 Input
Output Power (Watts) 20
Power Tube Type EL84
Reverb None

FAQs

What type of power tubes does the 65 Amps Soho use?

The 65 Amps Soho is equipped with two EL84 power tubes, providing a classic British-inspired tone with 20 watts of output power.

How many channels does the 65 Amps Soho have?

The 65 Amps Soho features a single channel design, which is complemented by a manual channel switch and a bump switch for added tonal flexibility.

Does the 65 Amps Soho have an effects loop?

No, the 65 Amps Soho does not include an effects loop, which means effects pedals will need to be connected in front of the amplifier.

What are the impedance options for the 65 Amps Soho?

The 65 Amps Soho offers two impedance options: 16 ohms and 8 ohms, allowing compatibility with a variety of speaker cabinets.

Can the 65 Amps Soho be used for live performances?

Yes, with its 20-watt output and versatile tone controls, the 65 Amps Soho is suitable for small to medium-sized live performances, especially when mic'd through a PA system.

Does the 65 Amps Soho include built-in reverb?

No, the 65 Amps Soho does not have built-in reverb, so external reverb effects would need to be used for those seeking ambient sounds.

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65Amps Soho w/ Peter Stroud

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65 Amps Soho Combo

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65amps SoHo Demo at Henson Recording

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65amps - SoHo - Peter Stroud - intro

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65amps SoHo Boutique Guitar Amp - British & American played LOUD!

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Johan Segeborn

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65amps Red SoHo Demo

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65 Amps SOHO with Gibson Les Paul R9 1959 Reissue

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James Comparato

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about 65 Amps Soho.

Comparisons

  • The 65 Amps Soho is often compared to high headroom amps like Hiwatt and Orange, emphasizing its clean tones and ability to handle pedal-driven high gain sounds.

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Use cases and applications

  • The amp can replicate Hum's guitar tone when paired with humbucking pickups and effects like phasers, choruses, and Boss feedbacker pedals.

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Mods and upgrades

  • A Leyland HUM along pedal, a clone of Boss DF2, is recommended for achieving Hum's signature sound, complementing the 65 Amps Soho.

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Features and functionality

  • The Soho's capability as a pedal platform is highlighted, allowing for pristine cleans and robust handling of distorted signals without flubbing out low end.

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See how Josh Ramsay uses 65 Amps Soho

Josh Ramsay

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Marianas Trench

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In this picture you can see an 65 Soho amp that resides in Josh's Studio.

See how Matt Webb uses 65 Amps Soho

Matt Webb

Singer, Guitarist

Marianas Trench

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He states in the video he uses this amp for his clean sound

See how Loekman Hakim uses 65 Amps Soho

Loekman Hakim

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Noah

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In the video titled "Dapoer Gear (Eps 2) - Lukman NOAH" by DAPOER GEAR on YouTube, Loekman Hakim is shown using the 65 Amps Soho for rhythm and clean channels.

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