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Description
Unleash your inner rockstar with the Rivera K120TRE Knucklehead Tre 120W Tube Guitar Amp Head, your ultimate companion for high-gain guitar adventures. This amp head is crafted for those who demand more than just volume—it's about achieving that perfect blend of massive sustain and razor-sharp note clarity. The Knucklehead Tre's foundation control is your secret weapon for sculpting a tight, punchy low end, making it ideal for drop-tuned guitars and heavy riffing. Whether you're dialing in searing leads or thick rhythms, the advanced tone controls and reverb options will have you covered.
At the heart of the Knucklehead Tre is its all-tube design, delivering a rich, warm sound that only tubes can offer. It's not just about power; it's about precision. The versatile I/O options, including a line-level output and effects loop, offer endless possibilities for customizing your rig, whether you're on stage or in the studio. With its robust construction and tailored controls, this amp head isn't just built to perform—it's built to last.
Engineered for musicians who crave authenticity and power, the Rivera K120TRE Knucklehead Tre's intuitive controls let you effortlessly switch from shimmering cleans to face-melting distortion, all while maintaining pristine audio integrity. Whether you're a seasoned pro or an ambitious beginner, this amp head promises a dynamic and immersive playing experience that will elevate your sound to new heights.
Key Features:
- 120-watt all-tube guitar amp head
- Two versatile channels for diverse soundscapes
- Foundation control for enhanced low-end response
- Onboard spring reverb for added depth
- Effects loop and balanced direct out for flexible routing
- Durable construction with a welded steel chassis
- Includes a 4-function footswitch for easy control
Product specs
| Type | Tube |
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Total Power | 120W |
| Preamp Tubes | 5 x 12AX7A |
| Power Tubes | 4 x EL34 |
| Reverb | Yes |
| EQ | 3-band |
| Inputs | 2 x 1/4" |
| Outputs | 1 x 1/4" (Sub), 1 x 1/4" (Recording), 1 x 1/4" (Speaker) |
| Effects Loop | Yes |
| Footswitch I/O | 1 x 8-pin (channel, gain/boost, reverb, FX loop) |
| Footswitch Included | Yes, 4-button footswitch |
| Bias Type | Adjustable Fixed |
| Construction Material | Black Tolex |
| Power Source | Standard IEC AC cable |
| Height | 10" |
| Width | 27.5" |
| Depth | 11" |
| Weight | 60 lbs. |
FAQs
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What kind of tones can I expect from the Rivera K120TRE Knucklehead Tre 120W Tube Guitar Amp Head?
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The Rivera K120TRE delivers powerful and versatile tones, ranging from crystal-clear cleans to aggressive high-gain distortion, making it suitable for a variety of genres including rock and metal.
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Is the Rivera K120TRE suitable for gigging with a drummer?
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Yes, with 120 watts of tube power, the Rivera K120TRE is loud enough for live performances, even in larger venues, ensuring it can hold its own alongside a drummer.
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Does the Rivera K120TRE take pedals well?
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Yes, the Rivera K120TRE features an effects loop, allowing for seamless integration of pedals, and its tube-driven design ensures that modulation and time-based effects maintain clarity and depth.
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What are the main connectivity options on the Rivera K120TRE?
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The amp head includes two 1/4" inputs, a 1/4" sub output, a 1/4" recording output, and a 1/4" speaker output, providing flexibility for various setups and recording situations.
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Does the Rivera K120TRE come with a footswitch?
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Yes, the Rivera K120TRE includes a 4-button footswitch that allows you to control channel switching, gain/boost, reverb, and the effects loop.
Videos
Kyle Bull
MASSIVE LOW END - Rivera Knucklehead K Tre Tube Amplifier
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Live and in the studio, Jones uses a blend of amps. Two favorites are a 1976 Marshall Super Bass and a Diezel VH-4 “blueface.” On the latter, he never switches out of the ultra-high-output third channel. During the recording of 2001’s Lateralus, he reportedly experimented with a vintage Sunn lead head, too, and for 2006’s 10,000 Days he blended his Super Bass and Diezel with a Bogner Uberschall and a Riveria Knucklehead. Jones drives all his amps hard to achieve his responsive tone. He also uses Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifiers and Marshall and Mesa cabs.
Drew Foppe, Chino's guitar tech: "...Using the 50 watt Tre Reverb and the 100 Watt backup..."
For a 2015 tour, playing songs from Koi no Yokan but not Gore. Also Using a Rivera 2x12 cab with vintage 30's and a Rivera Rock crusher
Link provided from Rivera webpage news feed: https://web.archive.org/web/20070407193158/http://www.rivera.com/
Quote: "George Lynch used a K-Tre and Celestion T-75 loaded Rivera 4x12B on a new album he's about to release. He used it on most of his leads!"
Also another link:
http://www.guitarplayer.com/artists/1013/george-lynch2/16992
Quote: Guitar Player Magazine: Did you stick with the same gear to maintain that continuity? George Lynch: No, there was a whole bunch of gear. At this point the basics of my rig are my Randall Lynch Boxes, my ’68 plexi Marshall, and my #6 Soldano built in 1987 that was on the very first Lynch Mob record. For the bulk of the rhythms on this record, I used Engl Powerballs through old Hiwatt cabinets. I used some Rivera amps occasionally. I used my plexi for solos, my ’65 Super Reverb for a lot of the cleaner stuff, and one of my secret weapons—my ’70s WEM Dominator with a 15" speaker. It’s a bass amp that’s great for real chimey AC30 sounds.
In the Guitar World "Private Gear Tour: Rise Against" video, Zach Blair is seen using a Rivera K120TRE Knucklehead Tre 120W Tube Guitar Amp Head. He discusses his experience with Rivera amplifiers and mentions using this amp since joining Rise Against.
Band: Monuments Album: Amanuensis Song: Atlas Guitar: Line out Rivera amp to RME Babyface - Cubase - cab impulse
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