TopHat Emplexador

$1,795.00 to $2,799.00 Price Tier: High-end

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Unlock the ultimate versatility in your soundscape with the TopHat Emplexador, a powerhouse amp head that seamlessly bridges the gap between vintage grit and modern punch. With its dual voicing capabilities, the Emplexador offers a sonic journey from the nostalgic tones of a 1968 "Plexi" to a contemporary overdrive with outstanding gain and sustain. This amp head is not just about replicating history; it's about enhancing it. The "Vintage" mode lets you toggle between classic '72 bright boosts and the robust front end of a JTM 45, while the "Modern" mode ensures your sound remains clean and dynamic even at high gains.

Control your sound with precision using its comprehensive suite of knobs and switches. From Gain to Master Volume, Treble, Midrange, Bass, and Presence, every aspect of your tone is at your fingertips. The front panel's "Normal-Boost" switch adds an extra layer of high-frequency gain, reminiscent of the bright, crunchy response of the late '60s. Meanwhile, the "Treble-Fat" switch provides the choice between the lush, full-bodied sound of a JTM 45 and the sharper, treble-rich tone of a JMP 50.

Designed for both stage performers and studio aficionados, the TopHat Emplexador is the quintessential choice for those who crave the classic British tones without sacrificing modern versatility. Whether you're dialing in a clean, bright sound or pushing the limits with hot overdrive, this amp head delivers with precision and style.

Key Features:

Dual voicing: "Vintage" and "Modern" modes
Gain, Master Volume, Treble, Midrange, Bass, and Presence controls
"Normal-Boost" switch for high-frequency gain enhancement
"Treble-Fat" switch for flexible gain structure
Rear panel impedance selector (4, 8, 16 ohms)

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L.F GAS ISSUES (Full Throttle Demos)

TOPHAT EMPLEXADOR DEMO

L.F GAS ISSUES (Full Throttle Demos)

TopHat Emplexador 50 watt Plexi

Tim White

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jimmarchi1

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almost 6 years ago

great but not a marshall exactly

briefly a backup to my superlead RI... very expensive backup even used. Sounds excellent but the extra features bog down the circuit when you just want a plexi sound. It never quite does the stock plexi thing.... it has its own hot rod character whether you use the extra features or not.

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Taylor York

Guitarist

Paramore

Verified via YouTube

In this Youtube video at 2:19, Taylor talks about using a Top Hat Emplexador for his "gainy overdrive stuff"

Kerry McCoy

Guitarist

Deafheaven

Verified via Premierguitar

According to Premier Guitar, McCoy uses the Top Hat Emplexador amplifier head.

Drew Shirley

Guitarist

Switchfoot

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From the Official Switchfoot Reverb Shop on Reverb.com

This listing on Reverb states "This Tophat Emplexador T-35KR Head is Owned by Switchfoot. This Tophat Emplexador T-35KR Head is a rare find now-a-days. This amp was used by Drew Shirley on the road, as well as in the band's personal recording studio.

Shane Moran

Guitarist

Title Fight

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Shane played an Emplexador at shows in the pre-Hyperview era

Walter Schreifels

Singer, Guitarist

Gorilla Biscuits

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amp used on Interiors recording

Justin Beck

Guitarist

Glassjaw

Verified via Premier Guitar

In a 2018 interview with Premier Guitar, Justin Beck confirmed that he used an "old" TopHat, which he acquired in 1999, to record "Material Control," bi-amped with his Hughes & Kettner Triamp. He described it as "like a classic Marshall type." This provides evidence of his use of the TopHat Emplexador, which is TopHat's take on a Marshall Plexi.

Nick Steinborn

Guitarist, Drummer

The Wonder Years

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In this Instagram post, Nick shows off his Top Hat Emplexador, his amp used for live TWY shows.

Erik Petersen

Guitarist

Balance and Composure

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I use a Top Hat Emplexador and it's a single channel amp, so I don't have a clean and a gain on my amp head.

Rick Maguire

Singer, Guitarist

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In this youtube video [https://youtu.be/2Wh-KFWLJMU?si=L2GE2ykB2-ngxUbg] at 1:10, you can see Rick's Top Hat Exempladora stack, along with his Gibson GA-42RVT 2x12 combo.