Detail 01
Global Presence and Depth controls
These controls adjust the amp globally rather than belonging to one channel.
Product detailSKU #1500000449591
PRSArchon Classic 50W Tube Guitar Amp Head
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The PRS Archon Classic is a 50-watt tube amp head with separate Lead and Clean channels. Each channel has its own volume and 3-band EQ, plus a Bright switch, so you can shape either side independently before using the global Presence and Depth controls. The Lead channel adds a dedicated Gain control; the Clean channel is described as moving from clean sounds into breakup. A series tube-driven effects loop supports external effects, and the rear panel provides five extension-speaker jacks across 4-, 8-, and 16-ohm options.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Stage and studio rigs that need separate Lead and Clean channels with individual 3-band EQ sections.
- Players using an external effects chain through a series, tube-driven loop.
- Multi-cabinet arrangements using the head’s listed 4-, 8-, and 16-ohm speaker connections.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Five extension-speaker jacks
The head provides two 4-ohm parallel, two 8-ohm parallel, and one 16-ohm connection.
Detail 03
Adjustable bias with monitoring jacks
Bias adjustment and monitoring connections are available on the amplifier.
Detail 04
32.4 lb; 21.5 x 10 x 10 inches including feet
These are the listed weight and overall dimensions.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is available as an amp head.
- 02Confirm your speaker setup against the listed 4-, 8-, and 16-ohm output connections.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How many channels does the Archon Classic have?
It has two: Lead and Clean.
02Does each channel have its own EQ?
Yes. Both channels have Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, and a Bright switch; the Lead channel also has Gain.
03Does it include an effects loop?
Yes. The effects loop is series and tube driven.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsSound
- Effects Loop
- Series, Tube Driven
5 detailsPickups & controls
- Footswitch
- 1-Button for Channel Switching
- Ohm Switching
- (2) 4 ohm parallel, (2) 8 ohm parallel, (1) 16 ohm
- Footswitch Jack
- 1/4 inch mono
- Global Controls
- Presence, Depth
- Preamp Tubes
- (6) JJ ECC83S
1 detailsBody & build
- Type
- Tube amp head
2 detailsConnections & power
- Extension Speaker Jacks
- 5
- Power Tubes
- (2) JJ 6CA7
5 detailsSize & weight
- Amp Height
- 10 inch (25.4 cm) including feet
- Weight
- 32.4
- Amp Width
- 21.5 inch (54.6 cm)
- Amp Weight
- 32.4 lb. (14.7 kg)
- Amp Depth
- 10 inch (25.4 cm)
10 detailsOther
- Clean Channel
- Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, Bright Switch
- Covering
- Black textured vinyl
- Handle
- Stitched black faux leather
- Inlet
- Fused Power Inlet (IEC)
- Piping
- Black embossed welt
- Channels
- Lead & Clean
- Lead Channel
- Volume, Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble, Bright Switch
- Bias
- Adjustable with Monitoring Jacks
- Available Configurations
- Head
- Panel
- Black textured vinyl
