Electric Guitar Amplifier

Just like owner Peter Stroud (a longtime Sheryl Crow sidekick) knows how to twang his Tele, 65amps have craftsmanship down pat – the proof is in the proverbial pudding. The latest outing from the California-based makers, the 20W Tupelo is a state-of-the-art boutique amp like the Elvis Costello-sanctioned Lil Elvis. Based on the 6V6 power section unlike its 2xEL84 predecessor, the amp’s pristine design replicates the classic American circuitry of the late ‘50s and early-to-mid-‘60s. Basically, it looks and sounds like a vintage amp either in combo or head format – without the unpredictable hiss and hum associated with old Bassmans and Deluxes. Now let’s plug in!

Impressively versatile, the Tupelo would make even the pickiest vintage amp fan happy with its wide sonic vocabulary and rich tone. The transition from clean to “brown” sound is seamless and the overdrive packs a crunchy vintage bark, making the amp suitable for a wide array of music genres. 65amps’ patented Master Voltage power technology keeps the response down to two or three Watts and the additional features include a passive FX Loop, two speaker outs and 65amps’ signature bias tremolo. Whether used at a low volume or turned right up, the Tupelo sounds great “from bedroom to coffee house to small clubs” according to its creators – whether used live or in the studio, its flexibility is a winning factor.

RRP US$2,295 (combo), US$1,850 (head). www.65amps.com

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