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-Hand-wired AA1164 Princeton Reverb replica

-12 watts with Reverb and Tremolo

-Eminence GA-SC64 speaker

-Combo or Head

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The Fabulous Headstrong Lil' King Amp - Ask Zac 158

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Headstrong Amps Lil' King Reverb demo "The Living Room Sessions"

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Headstrong Lil' King Reverb Amp Demo | Midwood Guitar Studio

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Deke Dickerson taking his new Lil King for a spin

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Bill Frisell and a Headstrong Lil King

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Described as a Princeton circuit with enhancements like a 12” speaker, 6L6 tubes, and a beefier transformer, offering a unique tonal profile.
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The Headstrong Lil' King is mentioned alongside Vibrolux or Custom Vibrolux amps, suggesting similar sound quality with potential mods for flexibility.
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The amp is noted for its ability to pair well with humbuckers, particularly in a 335 guitar, enhancing its versatility.
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Ideal for those seeking a stronger Princeton sound, it effectively captures the essence of classic rock tones like those in "Johnnie B Goode".
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The amp excels with pedals, offering strong reverb and tremolo, making it ideal for surf and shoegaze genres with guitars like the Riggio Jet or Jazzmaster.
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Breakup levels can be adjusted by tube choice in V1, allowing for customization in how early the amp distorts.
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Owners highlight the Lil' King's ability to maintain clarity and resonance, especially in basement show settings where volume can be an issue.
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The Lil' King can benefit from modifications like Frommel mods on Vibrolux for enhanced headroom or breakup, enhancing its versatility with pedals.
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Headstrong Lil' King Reverb Amp Review — Pro Audio Files

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The Headstrong Lil' King Reverb Amp is a delightful homage to the iconic '64 Princeton Reverb, delivering rich tones and a lush reverb that effortlessly transports players to the golden era of surf music. Its construction with solid wood cabinets ensures a resonant body that enhances sound quality. However, while the amp is manageable at lower volumes, its 12-watt output can still be surprisingly loud for home studios, making it less than ideal if you’re aiming for bedroom-level practice. Overall, its versatility shines, making it a standout choice for recording musicians who crave authentic vintage tone without the bulk of traditional amplifiers.

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Marc Ford

Guitarist, Composer

The Black Crowes

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In the video "Rig Rundown: The Lucinda Williams Band's Doug Pettibone, Marc Ford & David Sutton" by Premier Guitar, at the timestamp 19:42, Marc Ford is seen discussing the Headstrong Amps Lil' King Reverb amplifier, confirming its inclusion in his rig setup.

Richard Thompson

Guitarist

Fairport Convention

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At 1:33 Thompson confirms he plays his Strat through this Princeton replica.

Jess Carson

Singer, Guitarist

Midland

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This is my favorite Princeton clone. I have been buying Princeton's on the road for about the past three years and while this amp blows a lot of vintage Princeton's away, I just can't seem to part with the old ones. These are great for recording or gigging. I used this in my home studio and it's all over early versions and demos of Midland songs. In excellent condition.

Zac Childs

Guitarist, Podcasters & Streamers

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In the YouTube video titled "The Fabulous Headstrong Lil' King Amp - Ask Zac 158," guitarist Zac Childs discusses his use of the Headstrong Amps Lil' King. He describes the amplifier as "really, really great."