Crate Blue Voodoo 120H

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Crank up your sound with the Crate Blue Voodoo 120H, a powerful 120-watt all-tube guitar amplifier head designed to deliver rich, articulate tones for both live performances and studio sessions. Known for its dynamic range and versatile soundscape, the Blue Voodoo 120H is a favorite among guitarists seeking both clarity and punch. With its dual channels, this amplifier head offers seamless transitions between crystal-clear cleans and gritty, high-gain overdrives, making it suitable for a wide array of musical genres.

The Blue Voodoo 120H features a comprehensive EQ section, providing you with precise control over your sound, while the presence and resonance controls allow for further tonal shaping. The rugged build ensures reliability on the road, and its classic design complements any rig setup. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or an aspiring musician, this amp head provides the flexibility to craft your signature sound with ease.

Key Features:

120 watts of all-tube power
Dual channels for versatile sound options
Comprehensive EQ section with presence and resonance controls
Ideal for both live performances and studio recording
Rugged construction for durability

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Brad

Crate Blue Voodoo BV-120H Amp Head Demo BV120H Heavy Metal

Brad

I Bought Back My First Tube Amp, And It's still AWESOME! | Crate BV120H Blue Voodoo 120

Robert Jackson

Crate Blue Voodoo BV120H VS Marshall JCM 800 2203X HIGH GAIN SHOOTOUT

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Peavey 6505+ VS Crate Blue Voodoo BV120H HIGH GAIN SHOOTOUT

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CRATE BLUE VOODOO 120H QUICK LEAD CHANNEL DEMO by JOSE RUBIO.

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Crate Blue Voodoo 120H.

Setup and maintenance

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It's recommended to have a tech reflow solder joints on valve sockets and raised board to prevent issues due to age.
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Mods and upgrades

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Users suggest placing an EQ in the effects loop to control high end harshness and extreme low end.
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Some owners are considering combining V30 and G12K100 speakers in an X pattern for a more aggressive sound.
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Owners report using KT88 power tubes for better sound performance and louder output.
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Features and functionality

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The clean channel is notably excellent, with decent reverb available on each channel.
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The amp is extremely loud and offers significant headroom on the clean channel before distortion occurs.
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Owners note the amp can fill stadiums, indicating its extreme power, which may be excessive for home use.
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Value and pricing

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Scored head and cab for $400 used; suggests looking for deals on local marketplaces.
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$450 for the head alone is considered high; full stacks have been seen on Reverb for head and cab under $500.
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Popular among death metal players for its high gain, despite a fizzy tone on the lead channel.
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Used frequently by metal musicians, especially those inspired by 90s guitar tones, aligning with bands like Trivium and ADTR.
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User experience

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Some users bypass the preamp by running a preamp or distortion pedal directly into the effects return for different tonal options.
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Despite being labeled unreliable for road use, some have had no reliability issues with it in a studio setting.
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Older models around 1988 are still appreciated by owners despite having a reputation for using cheaper parts.
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Compared to the 120W, the 60W combo is favored for better tube saturation at lower volumes, suitable for smaller spaces.
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m_phantom

over 6 years ago

Sounds good

Fried it to death by plugging in another amp into it. Don’t do that. Sounds good. Great for 80’s thrash tones

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Marty Friedman

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Megadeth

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Marty Friedman was the biggest endorser of the Blue Voodoo BV120 head and matching cabinets in the mid-to-late 90s, appearing in multiple full-page print ads and touring the world with a backline composed entirely of these amps. This link to Marty's website features a reprint of a 1997 "Maximum Guitar" article where he explains his use of the Blue Voodoo amps.

Glenn Tipton

Guitarist, Keyboardist

Judas Priest

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Glenn can be seen clearly through this video playing a Crate BV120H

Positive Mental Trip

Singer, Guitarist

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Luke Weiler of Positive Mental Trip was known for playing a Crate Blue Voodoo 120 H 120 watt tube amp head through a Marshall cabinet during the PMT band era 2006-2007. In that era the band practiced many many times a week and played close to 100 concerts in a little over 2 years. All concerts were in NY state as the band did not travel far to play music in that time period. It is not known whether the Crate Blue Voodoo amp had been used in the studio. However the “walking museums of side effects” demo which is a prospect to be on the 2019 “Love Never Dies” album has the old school 06-07’ Tone to my ears. Definitely sounds like the crate Blue voodoo 120H was used on guitar on that track. Luke has never played through any cabinets but Marshall stacks and 1/2 stacks live or in the studio.