Detail 01
Up to 128 programmable MIDI presets
Supports storing a substantial number of MIDI-addressable settings.
Product detailSKU #1500000477344
SynergySYN-20IR 20W 1x12 Guitar Combo Amp - Combo Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Finished in Combo Black, the SYN-20IR puts a 20W tube power amp, a 12-inch Celestion Vintage 30, and Synergy’s interchangeable preamp system in one 1x12 combo. Its onboard clean channel remains available alongside the two module channels. Four selectable-onboard IR slots can be assigned by channel for direct work, with under-1ms processing, while the series effects loop, MIDI preset capacity, headphone output, and balanced XLR output support a more involved studio or stage setup.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Studio setups combining an effects loop, MIDI presets, headphone monitoring, and direct XLR output.
- Performers assigning different IR and power-amp settings to individual amp channels.
- Players building around official Synergy modules while keeping a dedicated onboard clean channel.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who require module-channel preamp voices without separately purchased official Synergy modules.
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
Ultratransparent series FX loop
Provides a series connection point for effects within the amplifier setup.
Detail 03
Solid Baltic birch cabinet
States the cabinet material.
Detail 04
Four IR slots programmable per channel
Allows IR selection to follow the chosen channel.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The amp accepts official Synergy preamp modules; they are sold separately.
- 02For direct output, the XLR connection includes a ground lift.
- 03Match external speakers to the specified 16-ohm, 8-ohm parallel, or 4-ohm parallel outputs.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the price of the Combo Black version?
$1,499.99.
02Can it be controlled by MIDI?
Yes. It supports up to 128 programmable MIDI presets and includes a 3-button MIDI footswitch.
03Does it include an effects loop?
Yes. It has an ultratransparent series FX loop.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsSound
- Speaker
- 12 inch Celestion Vintage 30
3 detailsPickups & controls
- Footswitch
- 3-button MIDI footswitch
- Preamp Tubes
- 2 x 12AX7
- Preamp Module Compatibility
- Official Synergy modules (sold separately)
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Combo Black
- Cabinet Material
- Solid Baltic birch
7 detailsConnections & power
- USB
- Yes (includes 6' USB cable)
- Inputs
- 1 x 1/4 inch
- MIDI
- Up to 128 programmable presets
- Speaker Outputs
- 1 x 1/4 inch (16 ohms), 2 x 1/4 inch (8 ohms parallel), 2 x 1/4 inch (4 ohms parallel)
- Power Output
- 20W
- Power Amp Structure
- 3 selectable modes (A, B, C)
- Power Tubes
- 3 x EL84
2 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 44.7
- Dimensions
- 22 inch x 10.25 inch x 20.75 inch
11 detailsOther
- Reactance
- Dynamic presence control
- Headphones
- 1 x 1/4 inch with volume control
- Latency
- Under 1ms
- Model
- SYN-20IR
- Ir Slots
- 4 onboard IRs (programmable per channel)
- Fx Loop
- Ultratransparent series FX loop
- Master Volume
- Global volume control
- Product Type
- Tube combo amplifier
- Channels
- 3 (Clean + 2 preamp module channels)
- Ir Loader
- Included Synergy Editor software
- XLR
- Balanced output with ground lift
