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PRS Sonzera 20 20-watt 1 x 12-inch Tube Combo Amp

20W, 2-channel 1 x 12" Tube Combo Amplifier with Celestion Speaker, Effects Loop, and Reverb
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The Return of the PRS Sonzera

Boasting aesthetic improvements, cutting-edge circuit mods, and bolstered durability, the PRS Sonzera 20 is back and ready to rock with two channels of versatile, ear-grabbing tones. Bell-like chime? It's there. Thick crunch. No problem. Heavy saturation? You got it. Sculpt each channel with independent tone controls. A global Presence knob dials in the perfect level of intensity. Inject your lead tone with a distinctive high-end snap via the Bright switch. A lush reverb adds dimension to your playing; or you can use your own effects with the built-in effects loop. In short, the PRS Sonzera 20 is a rock-solid gig- and studio-worthy guitar amplifier.

Dial in your sound with flexible tone-shaping control

You've got a lot of playing to do before you've heard all the Sonzera 20 has to offer. Two footswitchable channels supply everything from clean tones to aggressive high-gain sounds. The Clean channel's three-dimensional sound evokes vintage American amplifiers; the Gain channel yields everything from boosted cleans to saturated distortion. Shape your tone to perfection with independent tone controls for each channel; add a high-end snap to your lead tones with the Bright switch. Need to up the intensity? Use the amplifier's global Presence control. If you've got a tone in your head, then you can create it with the Sonzera 20.

Professional features and high-class tone

The PRS Sonzera 20 is easy to integrate into any guitar rig. You've got 4-/8-/16-ohm speaker outputs, so you can connect an extension speaker cabinet to push more air. And the built-in effects loop integrates your time-based effects without impacting your tone.

A sweet-sounding, footswitchable reverb

The Sonzera 20 is outfitted with a rich-sounding reverb. At Sweetwater, we appreciate how it enhances notes without clouding them. We also love how the reverb is footswitchable for convenient real-time control.

PRS Sonzera 20 Combo Guitar Amplifier Features:

  • Upgraded with aesthetic improvements, cutting-edge circuit mods, and bolstered durability
  • 2 footswitchable channels achieve a stunning array of tones
  • Clean channel's three-dimensional tones evoke vintage American amplifiers
  • Gain channel yields everything from boosted cleans to saturated distortion
  • Sculpt each channel with independent tone controls
  • Dial in the perfect level of intensity with the global Presence knob
  • Bright switch adds a high-end snap to your lead tones
  • Great-sounding 12-inch Celestion V-Type speaker
  • 4-/8-/16-ohm speaker outputs for connecting an extension cabinet
  • Built-in effects loop integrates your time-based effects without impacting your tone
  • Rich-sounding footswitchable reverb

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Tube
  • Number of Channels: 2
  • Total Power: 20W
  • Speaker Size: 1 x 12" Celestion V-Type 70W
  • Preamp Tubes: 4 x ECC83S
  • Power Tubes: 2 x 5881
  • Reverb: Yes
  • EQ: 3-band EQ
  • Inputs: 1 x 1/4"
  • Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (8 ohms), 2 x 1/4" (4 ohms), 1 x 1/4" (16 ohms)
  • Effects Loop: Yes
  • Footswitch I/O: 1 x 1/4" (channel, reverb)
  • Footswitch Included: Yes, 2-button footswitch
  • Bias Type: Adjustable Fixed
  • Construction Material: Poplar Plywood with Black Tolex
  • Power Source: Standard IEC AC cable
  • Height: 18"
  • Width: 21.5"
  • Depth: 10"
  • Weight: 49 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 108452::ST--:

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Rated 4/5

Very Versatile Amp! Digging it!

Preface: I've owned this amp a little over a week now (out of the honeymoon phase) and am writing this review of sound mind..... Maybe.

Ok, on to the review. I've been in the market for a low wattage combo amp for a bit now and these were my requirements:

Control panel on the front for easy adjustments.

Preferably had an effects loop.

Well built and relatively on the lighter side (50lbs or less).

After reviewing numerous other brands, I came across the PRS Sonzera 20 and it certainly checked all of the boxes for me, however, there were so many mixed reviews from the older one, I was a bit weary. Regardless of these reviews however I was interested in this amp and wanted to check it out for myself.

Pros:

Beautiful clean channel that handles pedals very well.

Well balanced EQ with plenty of tonal options on both channels.

It has an effects loop! -Sorry Fender

An amp switch is included! -Why aren't other brands doing this?

Sweet and simple design.

Cons:
Music background: Guitar player over 20 years and counting!
Rated 5/5

Very happy with this amp

Love this amp... I was looking for a small tube amp that would sound nice at bedroom volume but could also get a bit louder if needed, and there are a lot of options. I almost went with a Princeton but I chose this one because it has the effects loop. The amp takes effects extremely well. I run several drive pedals into the front and then all my other pedals go through the loop and it works super well. This amp performs on par with the Princeton amps I tried out but it has two channels and the loop. Very pleased with this purchase.
Music background: Hobbyist
Rated 5/5

Fantastic Tube Amp With Amazing Clean & Dirty Sound at a Great Price!

I've had this amp for a couple of weeks and already love it. Its two channels produce great sound. Clean is sweet and starts getting a bit throaty with the volume past 3:00. Nice! The lead channel produces a warm yet driven sound that keeps getting stronger, but not overwhelmingly, as you increase the gain or level. Great reverb. My sales engineer at Sweetwater, Jon Mostacato, is highly knowledgeable, caring, and proactive. I love this amp. Love Sweetwater!
Music background: Music background: Playing (on and off) since I was eleven years old.
Rated 5/5

Amazing amp

Killer deal on an amp that does it all, super clean tone, overdrive that's perfectly saturated. Takes pedals we'll. Just an awesome amp, thanks PRS and sweetwater!
Music background: Pro guitarist, 40 plus yrs
Rated 4/5

Small amp with big time feel

Amazing reverb n presence solid tone controls and overdrive switchable channel.

Great sounding amp affordable,
Music background: Time traveler

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