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Soldano SLO Mini 30-watt Amp Head

30-watt Amplifier Head with 3-band EQ, Normal/Deep Voicing, Crunch/Overdrive Switch, and Effects Loop

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Q: What kind of tones can I get from the Soldano SLO Mini 30-watt amp head?

The SLO Mini delivers the legendary Soldano high-gain sound in a compact solid-state package. Its single channel offers a versatile range, from clean to crunch, all the way to searing lead tones. Use the Crunch/Overdrive switch, 3-band EQ, Presence, and Normal/Deep switch to sculpt your perfect sound, whether you're after classic rock grit or modern metal aggression.

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Q: Is the 30-watt output of the SLO Mini powerful enough for live performances?

Yes, the SLO Mini's 30-watt solid-state power is surprisingly loud and capable. It's perfect for practice, studio recording, and can easily handle smaller gigs. For larger venues, simply mic it through the PA system. Its robust output ensures your tone cuts through, and Sweetwater's Sales Engineers can help you find the right cabinet.

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Q: How portable is the Soldano SLO Mini 30-watt amp head?

The SLO Mini is incredibly portable, weighing only 4 lbs. Its compact size and solid-state design make it an ideal grab-and-go amp for rehearsals, studio sessions, or even as a reliable backup for your main rig. It's designed for maximum tone with minimal footprint.

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Q: Does the SLO Mini 30-watt amp head include an effects loop?

Yes, the SLO Mini features a built-in effects loop. This allows you to place your time-based and modulation effects (like delay, reverb, or chorus) after the amp's preamp section, preserving the clarity and integrity of your core tone. It's a great feature for integrating your pedalboard seamlessly.

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Small-sized Head with Big Soldano Sound!

The Soldano SLO-100 is one of the most legendary high-gain amplifier heads of all time. That said, at a hefty 50 pounds, it’s not exactly gig friendly. On the other hand, the SLO Mini amplifier head compresses the classic SLO design into an immensely portable package that’s loaded with uncompromising Soldano crunch, clean, and overdrive! Clocking in at a mere 4 pounds, the SLO Mini pushes out 30 watts of power through your cab of choice, boasting the articulation- and harmonic-rich tone that’s been the Soldano signature since 1986. In addition to sporting iconic Soldano style, this amp features a control set that will be familiar to any fan of the SLO series — a 3-band EQ and gain, master, and presence controls offer impressive tone sculpting abilities. If you’re after even more versatility, the SLO Mini’s Normal/Deep voicing and Crunch/Overdrive switch take you anywhere from high-octane '80s metal leads to sweet, rich cleans. What’s more, Sweetwater guitarists find this tiny amp to be an excellent pedal platform, no doubt the result of its onboard effects loop and sheer tonal versatility.

The perfect gigging amp

While you’ll still need a cab, the SLO Mini’s small size makes it a great option for guitarists looking to pare down their gigging rig. Its diminutive size and 4-pound weight make it a breeze to carry around. More importantly, the SLO Mini is designed to cover serious sonic ground: with the addition of an onboard effects loop, this amp is a powerhouse of versatility.

Soldano SLO Mini 30-watt Amplifier Head Features:

30-watt amplifier head that captures the classic Soldano sound in an ultra-compact package
Styled after the legendary Soldano Super Lead Overdrive 100
Incredibly portable: small size and 4 lb. weight make it perfect for taking to gigs or jam sessions
Typical Soldano control scheme that includes gain, master, and presence controls, in addition to a 3-band EQ
Normal/Deep and Crunch/Overdrive switches to cover a versatile range of different tones
Onboard effects loop makes it a great pedal platform
24V universal power supply

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Tech Specs

Type: Solid State
Number of Channels: Single
Output Power: 30W
Effects: Crunch/Overdrive switch
EQ: 3-band EQ, Presence, Normal/Deep switch
Inputs: 1 x 1/4"
Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (8/16 ohm)
Effects Loop: Yes
Power Source: 24V DC power supply (included)
Height: 5.25"
Width: 9.5"
Depth: 6.25"
Weight: 4 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number: SOLDANO SLO MINI

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This went on sale and I figured I'd try one. What a great little mini amp. From clean to high gain it's all good. FX loop and 2 speaker jacks to run 2 cabs?!?! This little guy will scream. Unpacked it and set it up and for the next hour just played high gain riffs. Lots of fun and again, this little amp is quite efficient and usable.

Xmas gift from 2022. I currently plugged rig back into this little heavy hitter and Wow !!, I forgot how well SlO mini will hold its own! Been running with the Engl Fireball 25 but decided to use the SLO mini waiting to get correct preamp tube for my Engl Fireball which just went out recently. So until then I decided to run rig setup thru SLO again and WOW !! I forgot how great this thing sounds! I would put this little guy up against amps worth much, much more money!! I will say it sounds just as good as other amps I have owned and as good as some current ones I own,,even the tube amps !! Anyways, you get the picture.If you are on the fence about getting one of these little bruts,,money worth spent !! Won't brake your wallet either!!

Thanks Robby from Sweetwater. Great guy, always there to get me what I need !!

Small compact lightweight however packs a Wallop the tone is incredible and has insane amounts of gain which I love I'm running straight into a EVH 5150 3 1x12 cab
Plenty loud enough !!! Perfect for my little rock 'n' roll room couldn't be happier with my purchase can't go wrong definitely worth it highly recommended.

Snotty little SOB! I honestly had no need for or use for another amp, but when this came out, I was intrigued, so I pre-ordered one. I got it shortly thereafter, and initially ran it through a Blackstar 1x10 closed back cabinet (I have since obtained a second one for a micro stack), and got some incredibly nice, smooth, saturated tones, nice bottom, nice top, highly versatile. For what it is, it's borderline phenomenal. Feather weight, solid construction. Wish it had reverb, but with it not being there, I find that it's not really a necessity. Anyway, I'm quite please with this purchase.

i been using this amplifier for a couple of weeks and Im very pleased with the tone of this amplifier is not the SLO 100 but it really has a tiny flavor of the big head.