Punchy Class A Amp
The Peavey ValveKing Royal 8 is a true Class A guitar amplifier designed to give players the punchy dynamics and tones that inspired rock 'n' roll's greatest riffs. Perfect for rehearsing and recording, the Royal 8 features a single tone control, dual inputs, and master volume and gain controls, but make no mistake: this amp gives you a wide array of tonal options. The single-channel design emphasizes the dynamic relationship of the power-amp components to produce volume and headroom that belies the Royal 8's small size and wattage.
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- All tube
- A real tone machine
- Great for rehearsal and recording
All tube
The classic Class A design of the ValveKing Royal 8 gives you real tube tone and response. The preamp features one 12AX7 tube, while an EL84 can be found in the power section. One of the secrets to great-sounding guitar recordings is the use of small amps; the tone really blooms when the power section starts to work hard, and the relatively low volume capabilities of low-wattage amps lets you capture maximum tone at manageable levels.
A real tone machine
The Peavey ValveKing Royal 8's master volume and gain controls can be adjusted for either Class A "breakup" power-amp tones - achieved by reducing the gain and increasing the master volume - or preamp distortion, which players can access by reducing the master volume and cranking the gain. You can generate a ton of tonal options with this little amp!
Great for rehearsal and recording
Having such a tone monster available in a compact package means you can practice just about anywhere with the ValveKing Royal 8. Now you don't have to sacrifice tone when you practice! It's also a great recording amp.
- True Class A amp
- EL84/6BQ5 output tube
- 12AX7/ECCC83 preamp tube with no negative feedback in the power amp
- Five watts into 8 ohms
- Gain and master volume
- Tone control
- 8" speaker
- High- and low-gain inputs
