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Peavey Classic 20 Mini 20-watt Tube Head

20W/5W/1W Tube Guitar Amplifier Head with 2 Channels, 3-band EQ, Direct Out, Effects Loop, Reverb, USB, and Headphone Out
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Tone from Vintage to Contemporary

Gigging guitarists need amps that are dependable, sound great, and are ready for life on the road - and that's how Peavey designed the Classic 20 MH mini tube amp head. Two channels lets you cover everything from sweet clean chimes to overdriven rock leads, and the wide-ranging character is perfect for blues, country, and rock players. Guitarists at Sweetwater really dig the Tube Status Indication, which helps you identify problem tubes before they ruin a gig. And the switchable power modes allow you to drop the wattage for cranked-amp tone at lower volumes. For an all-around rockin' amp, you'll be pleased with the Peavey Classic 20 MH.

Peavey Classic 20 MH Tube Guitar Amplifier Head at a Glance:
  • Switchable wattage for great tube tone at any volume
  • Perfect for creating your own unique guitar tones
  • Designed for long-term performance
Switchable wattage for great tube tone at any volume

The Peavey Classic 20 MH is perfect for practice and recording, thanks to its switchable 20-watt, 5-watt, or 1-watt operation. Lowering the wattage allows you to get cranked-amp tone and distortion at lower volume levels. Whether you're playing in your bedroom, in your studio, or onstage, you can dial in the perfect amount of tube tone and volume with the Classic 20 MH.

Perfect for creating your own unique guitar tones

We've had the great opportunity to get to know Hartley Peavey here at Sweetwater, and we know that Peavey approaches guitar amp design with the goal of making them sound as unique as your playing style. The Classic 20 MH definitely has a vibrant sound to it and sensitive touch response, but it doesn't have a specific, defined voice. Spend some time with it, and you're sure to come up with a sound that is distinctly yours.

Designed for long-term performance

We keep referring to the Classic 20 MH as a gig-ready amp, and we mean that Peavey designed this guitar amplifier with long-term performance in mind. Proper tube maintenance isn't the favorite activity of any guitarist, so the Classic 20 MH's Tube Status Indication makes it much easier to make sure your amp is always ready to rock. We know that sometimes a direct output is a much better solution than miking up your cabinet, and the Classic 20 MH's Mic Simulated Direct Interface makes it easy to plug directly into the PA with respectable tone. From practice to recording to performance, the Peavey Classic 20 MH is the kind of amp you can count on.

Peavey Classic 20 MH Tube Guitar Amplifier Head Features:
  • Mini tube amp head with switchable 20-watt, 5-watt, or 1-watt operation
  • Inject great tone directly into the PA system with the Microphone Simulated Direct Interface
  • USB output for easy recording direct to your DAW
  • Tube Status Indication lets you know your power tubes are still working properly
  • Footswitchable channels, effects loop, and reverb
You'll hit the stage with confidence with the Peavey Classic 20 MH in your rig!

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Tube
  • Number of Channels: 2
  • Total Power: 20W/5W/1W
  • Preamp Tubes: 3 x 12AX7/ECC83
  • Power Tubes: 2 x EL84
  • Reverb: Yes
  • EQ: 3-band
  • Inputs: 1 x 1/4"
  • Outputs: 1 x XLR, 1 x 1/4" (Speaker), 1 x 1/8"
  • Effects Loop: Yes
  • Footswitch I/O: Yes
  • Construction Material: Lacquered Tweed
  • Power Source: Standard IEC AC cable
  • Height: 7.28"
  • Width: 14"
  • Depth: 7.75"
  • Weight: 16.7 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 03614150

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Rated 5/5

Loving it!

I love the gain/lead channel. I love being able to plug straight in to the amp and getting a sweet lead sound, without needing a distortion pedal. The size is nice and lite and being able to play it at 1w is cool. I'm glad I bought this. And the size of the cabinet makes it easier to haul around for a small car.
Rated 5/5

This thing is so cool

You will do nothing but smile after you play through this. It does everything exceptionally well and you wont I couldn't be happier.
Rated 5/5

So impressed

Love it puches well above its weight. So versatile and capable. Sounds so sweet with matching 1x12 cab.
Rated 5/5

Bang for the buck!

I picked up this amp to keep at our rehearsal room where no one but my bandmates would see it. I just wanted a decent amp so as not to have to haul my Mesa around. I rarely do reviews and I've been playing over 50+ years and own or have owned nearly every tube amp out there, including the boutique amps and even kits I've built. This little bugger opened my eyes. I hate to be gushing, but bang for the buck or not, it is just awesome for the Classic Rock & Blues I do. Great cleans. Great crunch. Great reverb. Footswitch included that can be used for channel switching and boost or effects loop and reverb on/off. I have not yet used the line out but all the other features are great and it checked all the boxes for me. For $599.00 and free shipping? heck yes. Maybe I'll buy another. If your looking for great sound at reasonable volumes and portability with a ton of features, just buy it already. Thanks. Rock On!
Music background: Rock and Blues weekend warrior for 50+ years
Rated 5/5

Finally

Well, I think I finally found a keeper. The Peavey Classic 20 Mini head is a great amp. I purchased this through SW along with the Peavey 112-C cabinet. I have used it in a variety of both gigs and rehearsals and have found it to be everything as advertised. The clean channel is fantastic. While it's not a Fender type clean, to me it is more of a Marshall sounding clean. Very full sounding. Not thin. Channel 2 is very versatile. I have played a variety of guitars through this amp. Everything from an Acoustasonic Strat, Custom Telecasters with a variety of pick-up configurations, Les Paul and G&L guitars.
While some adjusting is needed when switching to different guitars, I have found this amp to compliment them all. I rarely use overdrive or distortion effects. To me, that's what the amp is for. Modulation type effects are well received by this amp. The boost function is also one of the most useful boost functions I have ever had. Some boosts just crank up the drive and muddy the sound, while this one actually gives a little boost to the mids which really help a solo cut through the mix in a band setting.
I used the direct out, the MSDL, at rehearsal just to put it through its paces. Worked very well. The sound was very true but to be completely honest, the PA system at our rehearsal room is not top notch. But I would not hesitate to try it at a gig. So yes. I would recommend this amp to anyone. It's not the loudest amp I have heard, and maybe my imagination, but it does sound best on the 20-watt setting.
Music background: Gigging part-time musician.
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