Pignose "Legendary" 7-100

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With a nod to its heritage, the Pignose 7-100 is a reissue of the iconic, miniature guitar combo amplifier that has been serving musicians since the '60s. Boasting a charming yet rugged design, it's housed in a sturdy, metal-cornered cabinet that safeguards a robust 5" speaker. This petite powerhouse delivers an impressive, distinctively funky Pignose sound, earning its spot in recording studios, rehearsal spaces, and musician's homes worldwide.

The Pignose 7-100 is the original "go where you want to go" amp, allowing musicians to carry their sound from the backyard to the studio effortlessly. Thanks to its compact size and lightweight construction, this portable amp is your ideal travel companion. Whether you're riffing in your dorm room, warming up backstage, or jamming at a friend's house, this amplifier is always ready to perform.

This legendary amp is renowned for its unique pig-snout on/off switch and straightforward volume control. However, the real magic lies in its ability to produce classic distortion sounds. A handy preamp out jack lets you plug into an external power amp, PA, or recording console, expanding your sonic possibilities. The Pignose 7-100 can be powered by batteries or an optional power supply, adding to its versatility.

Key Features:

Reissue of the iconic Pignose Model 7-100
Compact guitar combo, perfect for on-the-go musicians
Rugged, metal-cornered cabinet with a 5" speaker
Unique pig-snout on/off switch and volume control
Preamp out jack for expanded sound options
Can be powered by batteries or an optional power supply
Brown tolex cover with a black front cover for a classic look
Includes 2 belt pins and a fixed carrying handle for easy transport.

Product specs

Available since	June 2005
Power	5 W
Speaker	1x 5"
Channels	1
Reverb	No
Effects Processor	No
External FX Loop	No
Line Input	No
Recording Output	No
MIDI Interface	No
Connection for External Speaker	No
Headphone Output	No
Footswitch connection	No
Incl. Footswitch	No
Weight in kg	2,7 kg

FAQs

Is the Pignose 7-100 suitable for home practice?: Yes, the Pignose 7-100 is designed as a portable practice amp, making it ideal for home use. Its compact size and 5W power output provide sufficient volume for personal practice without disturbing others.
What power source does the Pignose 7-100 require?: The Pignose 7-100 can be powered by six AA batteries or an optional AC adapter, offering flexibility for both portable and stationary use.
Can the Pignose 7-100 be used for recording?: While primarily a practice amp, the Pignose 7-100 has been used in recording settings due to its unique tonal character. However, it does not have a dedicated recording output, so external mic placement may be necessary.
Does the Pignose 7-100 have any built-in effects?: No, the Pignose 7-100 does not include built-in effects. It is a straightforward, single-channel amplifier focused on delivering its distinctive, gritty sound.
How portable is the Pignose 7-100 amplifier?: The Pignose 7-100 is highly portable, weighing only 2.7 kg and featuring a compact design. This makes it easy to carry for practice sessions on the go.

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PROS

Exceptional craftspersonship with unique portability for impromptu performances
Operates on rechargeable batteries, enhancing wireless use
Versatile: amplifies a wide range of instruments (flute, singing bowls, keyboards, bass)
Distinct, high-quality sound even at low volumes
Built to last with a sturdy design, offering great value for money
Simple operation with a single control knob, yet allows sound tweaking by opening/closing the case
Enhances effects pedals, offering professional tone quality
Unique case design with storage space for musical accessories
Offers creative recording possibilities, like re-amping techniques for studio use
Favored for harmonica, providing a classic, gritty blues tone

CONS

Some units have quality issues with finish, such as sticky faux leather
Not suitable for genres requiring high levels of sustain and distortion
Buzzing noise reported when using certain non-included wall adapters
Limited sound adjustment capabilities with only one control knob
Some units may require DIY adjustments, like correcting upside-down brand plates

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The Pignose 7-100 is favored for recording due to its unique tone, similar to Zappa's, but may require mic position experimentation for optimal sound capture.
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The 7-100 excels in achieving over-the-top, blown-out sounds and pairs well with reverb pedals for a springy, Fender Champ-like tone.
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The amp can serve as both a bedroom amp and a portable speaker, offering surprising volume levels.
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Owners recommend checking local marketplaces for older models, as they may have minor issues like broken battery holders, which are easily fixable with basic soldering skills.
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New Pignose 7-100 models reportedly sound slightly different from vintage ones; however, the tonal difference is minimal according to user comparisons.
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User experience

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It's noted that despite ownership changes, the Pignose 7-100 maintains a characteristic sound that many players find reminiscent of the original 70s models.
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Features and functionality

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The amp naturally breaks up into a vintage fuzz tone, minimizing the need for additional dirt pedals.
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Achieving a clean tone is possible with careful dialing, though the amp has limited clean headroom.
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Some owners report minor issues such as wires breaking loose, requiring resoldering, and components working loose over time.
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Critic Reviews

Rex and the Bass: Pignose Legendary 7-100 Guitar Amplifier Review

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The Pignose 7-100 is a charmingly portable amp that delivers a dirty crunch perfect for rock and blues enthusiasts, though it falls short of providing clean tones as advertised. Its simplicity, affordability, and decent volume make it a solid choice for practice, especially with its vintage design and unique pig-snout knob. Despite its lack of auxiliary input for jamming along with tracks, the Pignose 7-100 remains a nostalgic piece of equipment that offers great value for its price, appealing to those who appreciate its gritty sound and straightforward functionality.

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over 9 years ago

Much more than the sum of it's parts...

Beginners will be drawn to the whistles and bells of modern portable digital modelling amps but Pro's will appreciate the pignose's zen like simplicity and the warmth of it's old school analogue transistor circuitry. The Pignose is now my go-to portable amp despite the fact that I already have the popular Roland Microcube and Vox DA-5. Besides my guitar, I primarily use the pignose for filthy Chicago style harmonica, which my digital amps just can't seem to process without nasty dissonant overtones. The pignose handles the crazy harmonica signal waveform effortlessly, and delivers a presentable harmonica honk directly from my Bottle o Blues harmonica mic. Distortion is controlled by balancing the ratio between the mic (input) volume, and amp (output) volume, just as with guitar. It also plays well with my preferred effects pedals; another reason to choose it over the generic built in effects of modern portables. A final bonus is that the Bottle o Blues stows neatly inside the case along with 5 harmonicas and a 2 meter instrument cable.

My other amps may go to market but this little piggy will stay at home!

Preferred Settings + Usage:

Crank the amp and control the distortion with the guitar volume knob, or was it the other way around? Either way, it's a balancing act. you'll figure it out!

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Drummer

Genres:

Folk, World, & Country Harmonica blues Psychedelic folk

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paganscorpion

370

over 7 years ago

Good portable amp

I just got it today. It delivers good clean tones. The fuzz is legendary, used by famous artists, and you can get it too by pushing the only control to the max. Beware, it can get pretty loud for home use. The only culprit I have found is that I had to remove the speaker of mine, because the "Pignose" plate on the front of the amp was upside down. So removing the speaker, removing the speaker grill, turning it, and putting the speaker on again was the only solution. Kinda a pain for a brand new product...

Roles:

Guitarist Bassist Drummer

Genres:

Rock Blues Electric blues

umc2021

340

about 5 years ago

Legendary for good reason

Everybody should have this amp, essential kit. We can use it for practice/dressing room amp, as a preamp with a larger amp or as a standalone recording amp.

If you plug straight in, the tone is really great. The unit sounds cool with the door open or closed. Once I read an article somewhere that suggested placing the pig nose inside of a washing machine and mic'ing it up, the perforated aluminium drum inside delivers a really cool effect, has to be done, just make sure the washing machine has drained and no excess water is sitting there.

This will not break the bank, but a mains adaptor is critical if you want to avoid poor performance owing to reduced battery power after a short time.

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Keyboardist

Genres:

Rock Blues Indie rock

xaqary

5454

about 9 years ago

Old love

Not sure if it's just nostalgia or what but I love the Pignose. Portable, super colored sound, super fun to dial in the drive-yeah, it's just fun but also entirely practical to use in the studio-re-amping whatever. It's just a lil' box of fun. I still buy batteries from Costco in bulk. Awesome & possibility maybe an under used piece lately of my collection.