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Description

Looking for a guitar amplifier head that packs both power and precision? The VHT Pitbull CLX100 is a top-tier choice for musicians who seek versatility without compromising on quality. Renowned for its multi-channel flexibility, this amp head offers a variety of tonal options that cater to different genres and playing styles. Whether you're seeking clean, crisp tones or heavy, saturated distortion, the Pitbull CLX100 delivers with seamless transitions.

The CLX100 is designed with the professional guitarist in mind, boasting an all-tube design that offers unparalleled warmth and depth. Its intuitive controls include individual gain, volume, and tone settings for each channel, allowing you to customize your sound with precision. A built-in graphic EQ further enhances your control over the tonal landscape, enabling you to shape your sound to perfection.

Ideal for both live performances and studio recordings, the VHT Pitbull CLX100 is constructed with high-quality components for durability and reliability. This amplifier head is not just about raw power; it’s about empowering musicians to explore new sonic territories with confidence.

Key Features:

  • Multi-channel flexibility for diverse tonal options
  • All-tube design for warm, rich sound
  • Individual gain, volume, and tone controls per channel
  • Built-in graphic EQ for advanced sound shaping
  • High-quality components for durability
  • Suitable for both stage and studio settings
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Features and functionality

  • The Pitbull CLX combines the three-channel UL preamp with the CL 100 power amp, offering unique versatility within the Pitbull range.

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  • Some CLX models can use EL84 or 6L6 tubes, although later models and the designer discourage using 6L6s for optimal sound.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Owners have enhanced the PB45 head's gain by adding a MOOER Brown Sound mini dirt pedal to achieve UL-level distortion.

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User experience

  • The PB45 head can achieve high volume levels quickly, with anything past 1 on the volume knob being very loud.

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Comparisons

  • The PB45 head is described as having a "better and more shred Marshall gain dirt channel" paired with a "Vox clean channel."

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Value and pricing

  • The PB45 head is considered a great deal in the boutique amp market, with prices typically under a grand.

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See how Kevin 'Noodles' Wasserman uses VHT PItbull CLX100

Kevin 'Noodles' Wasserman

Guitarist

The Offspring

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"Dexter and I were turned on to VHT amplifiers by our tech, Steve Masi. VHTs are made by a guy named Steve Friette, who used to play guitar in The Dickies. His amps are awesome and add so much to our sound..." - Noodles

See how Dexter Holland uses VHT PItbull CLX100

Dexter Holland

Singer, Guitarist

The Offspring

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At 40:24 you can spot Dexter using his VHT Pitbull CLX100 (Fryette) head at Rock am Ring 2014 with The Offspring.

See how Syu uses VHT PItbull CLX100

Syu

Guitarist

Galneryus

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Back in 2008 in the Syu Super Crying Seminar, Syu was seen using the VHT Pitbull CLX100 head with a Marshall 1960A cabinet as a power amp for his Boss GT-10.

See how Gary Miller uses VHT PItbull CLX100

Gary Miller

Guitarist

Bad Brains

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Gary Miller has listed the VHT Pitbull CLX100 guitar amplifier head in his Reverb shop, as shown on reverb.com.

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