Description
Description
The Archon Classic 50 Combo is a purpose-built, grab-and-go format amp that re- tains the voice, reliability, and power of the Archon Classic 50 head. Outfitted with a 12′′ Celestion V-Type speaker, the PRS Archon Classic 50 Combo delivers pristine clean to edge of breakup sounds with ease. The 3-dimensional tone of this amp brings full low-end response and lush highs, all while maintaining excellent note separation and articulation.
The Archon Classic 50 Combo features an intuitive control layout with 3-band EQ that allows players to dial in their desired tone. The individual channel volume and master volume controls work together to command the amp’s loudness and distortion. The bright switch acts almost as a treble boost, putting a shine on the amp’s high-end without going into icepick territory. The global presence and depth controls in the Archon’s power amp section both work to modify the feedback network of the amp to unleash the potential of the high- and low-end respectively. Turning up the Presence control releases more high-mid and treble frequencies, bringing the amp’s tone forward. Depending on the tone stack and volume settings, the Presence can change the gain/texture and loudness of the high-end, making your tone wilder and more 3-dimensional (or more “present” sounding). In addition to adding low-end, the Depth control allows players to choose between a tight, focused sound or a more resonant, bass-heavy response. For players looking to add a pedal board, the Archon Classic provides ample headroom and built-in effects loop in addition to its ultra-clean tonal platform.
With its integrated cabinet design, this combo gives you the warmth and projec- tion of a matched speaker enclosure without the complexity of separate gear. Just plug in and play. Compact, powerful, and perfectly voiced, the PRS Archon Classic 50 Combo brings professional sound to any stage, studio, or practice space.
FEATURED SPECS NUMBER OF CHANNELS
The Archon Classic is a 2-channel amp, delivering pristine cleans, edge of breakup overdrive, and classic gain. With a 3-band EQ for each channel, the Archon allows players simple versatility to dial in their tone.
MODERN DESIGN
Modern features include a Master Volume per channel, tone-shaping Presence and Depth controls, a tube-driven effects loop, and individually-voiced channels.
WATTAGE
At 50 watts, the Archon Classic has enough power and volume to go from the rehearsal room to the gig.
GENERAL
- Channels: Lead & Clean
ELECTRONICS
- Wattage: 50
TUBES
- Power Tubes: (2) JJ 6CA7
- Preamp Tubes: (6) JJ ECC83S
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS:
- Lead Channel: Volume, Bright Switch, Treble, Middle, Bass, Master Volume
- Clean Channel: Volume, Bright Switch, Treble, Middle, Bass, Master Volume
- Global Controls: Volume, Bright Switch, Treble, Middle, Bass, Master Volume Presence, Depth
PREAMP TUBE POSITIONS & FUNCTIONS
- V1: Input
- V2: Clean
- V3: Lead
- V4: Lead
- V5: Loop
- V6: Phase Inverter
Back Panel Features:
- Inlet: Fused Power Inlet
- Effects Loop: Series, Tube Driven
- Extension Speaker Jacks: 5
- Ohm Switching Bias: (2) 4 ohm parallel, (2) 8 ohm parallel, (1) 16 ohm Adjustable with Monitoring Jacks
- Footswitch Jack: ¼" Mono