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Description

Unleash your sonic potential with the Orange Amplifiers Rockerverb 100W MKII Head. Revered for its all-tube, channel-switching prowess, this amplifier head is a beacon for guitarists seeking both classic British tones and modern versatility. The MKII iteration refines the legacy with a more transparent FX loop and an expanded reverb driven by an additional tube, ensuring your sound is as dynamic as your performance. Dive into the clean channel's two-stage clarity that sparkles at lower volumes and transitions to a rich power tube breakup at higher settings, echoing the timeless essence of vintage Orange amps.

When it's time to unleash the beast, the dirty channel is your gateway to everything from soulful, harmonic overdrive to thunderous modern metal distortion. The volume control post-gain stages allows you to tame high-gain sounds without compromising their intensity. For those looking to customize their tonal palette, the Rockerverb MKII offers the flexibility to swap the stock EL34 power tubes for 6L6s, KT88s, or 6550s, enabling you to completely reshape the amp’s character with a simple rebias. Whether you're a pedal enthusiast or a tone purist, this amplifier head ensures your sound remains uncompromised and uniquely yours.

Key Features:

  • All-tube, channel-switching guitar head
  • Transparent FX loop and expanded reverb
  • Two-stage clean channel with vintage Orange amp tones
  • Dirty channel with a wide range of overdrive to distortion
  • Volume control after gain stages for output level management
  • Swappable power tubes (EL34, 6L6, KT88, 6550) with rebias capability

Product specs

Brand Orange
Model Rockerverb 100 MK II 2-Channel 100-Watt Guitar Amp Head
Finish Black, Orange, White
Year 2010 - 2014
Made In United Kingdom
Categories Guitar Heads
Built-In Effects Built-In Effects
Color Family Black
Electronics Tube
Impedance 16 ohms, 8 ohms
Number of Channels 2 Channels
Number of Inputs 1 Input
Output Power (Watts) 100
Power Tube Type EL34
Powered Unpowered
Reverb Spring Reverb

FAQs

What type of tubes does the Orange Rockerverb 100W MKII Head use?

The Orange Rockerverb 100W MKII Head uses 4 ECC83 preamp tubes and 4 EL34 power tubes, but it can also accept EL34, 6L6, KT88, or 6550 power tubes for different tonal characteristics.

Does the Orange Rockerverb 100W MKII Head have built-in effects?

Yes, the Orange Rockerverb 100W MKII Head includes built-in spring reverb, providing rich and lush reverb effects without needing an external pedal.

How many channels does the Orange Rockerverb 100W MKII Head have?

The Orange Rockerverb 100W MKII Head features two channels: a clean channel with volume, bass, middle, and treble controls, and a dirty channel with gain, bass, middle, and treble controls.

Is the Orange Rockerverb 100W MKII suitable for live performances?

With its 100-watt output, the Orange Rockerverb 100W MKII Head is powerful enough for live performances, offering ample headroom and clarity to cut through a band mix.

Can the Orange Rockerverb 100W MKII Head be used with different speaker cabinets?

Yes, the Orange Rockerverb 100W MKII Head supports 16-ohm and 8-ohm impedance, making it compatible with various speaker cabinets for flexible rig setups.

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Orange Amplifiers Rockerverb 100W MKII Head - Black.

Comparisons

  • MKI has a high impedance effects loop issue; MKII improved drive channel at the expense of clean; MKIII combines improved gain with better cleans.

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  • The Micro Dark is suggested as an alternative for bedroom playing, offering comparable or superior tone at low volumes compared to the 50W Rockerverb.

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  • The Rockerverb MKII is noted to offer clearer, crisper cleans compared to the TH30, which is praised for its clean channel but less suitable for high gain.

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Features and functionality

  • MKIII is noted for having a "chimey" clean channel, with the clean breaking up less quickly compared to 50W models.

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  • The Rockerverb 100 MKII's master volume can achieve power amp-like saturation at low volumes, though it doesn't saturate power tubes like a true attenuator.

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  • The Rockerverb MKII's clean channel has been described as low-headroom and bass-heavy, suitable for slight breakup but not pristine cleans.

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Use cases and applications

  • 100W is preferred by those needing stronger low-end push, especially for lone guitarists in bass-heavy trios.

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  • The JHS Little Black Box in the effects loop allows cranked preamp sounds on the MKII while maintaining low volume, ideal for home use.

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  • The Rockerverb MKII can achieve unique tones by blending 70-80% amp-driven sound with 20-30% from pedals, ideal for those seeking organic tube-driven distortion.

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User experience

  • 50W models break up faster on the clean channel, suitable for those not needing pristine clean tones.

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  • Owners often wait until they can open up the amp in a suitable space to fully experience its "monster" sound potential.

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  • Users report that fuzz pedals can be finicky on Orange amps, with the Pharaoh Fuzz noted as a particularly good match for achieving a "doom machine" tone.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Users consider using an attenuator or pulling power tubes to reduce output on the 100W for home settings, though caution is advised.

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  • Owners recommend using a Boss GE-7 EQ in the effects loop to control the inherent fizziness of the Rockerverb’s sound.

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See how Bjarte Lund Rolland uses Orange Amplifiers Rockerverb 100W MKII Head - Black

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In the picture you can see it in the back, to the right. Counting the number of knobs and their config, you see that it is the 100W version. He also uses the 50W version.

The difference between the two is the sequence of the knobs: 100W: 2 Big, 3 Small, 1 Big, 3 Small, 1 Big. 50:W: 2 Big, 3 Small, 1 Big, 2 Small, 1 Big.

The 100W has treble, mid and bass control. The 50W has treble and bass control.

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