They use 12AX7 preamp tubes, EL84 power tubes, and have spring reverb tanks. From 1994 to 1997, a 15 watts amp with a 10 inches speaker was also produced: the Peavey Classic 20.

Is the Peavey Classic 50 a tube amp?

Peavey Classic 50 212 Tube Combo Amplifier Features: 2-channel tube combo amplifier with 2 x 12 speakers. 50W is an ideal power rating for medium- to large-sized gigs. 3 x 12AX7 preamp tubes and 4 x EL84 power tubes let you cover a lot of tonal range. Perfect for rock, blues, and country.

What tubes does Peavey use?

5150 / 6505 The power amplifier uses four 6L6GC tubes in the power section in class AB. It has 120 watts RMS output power, into 16, 8 or 4 Ohms. The effects loop can be bypassed with a footswitch. It features separate input for both high and low gain.

Will tube amps become obsolete?

Guitar amps are not becoming obsolete. There are few reasons for that. First, software programs are still not viable enough to provide a worthy replacement for guitar amps, especially for live playing. Second, good quality guitar amps still sound better than any computer software.

Is the Peavey Classic 50 a good amp?

Peavy Classic 50 Its a really loud and clean sounding amp. The only thing that I dont like about it is that it has no bottom end. Its great for playing lead and thats it. Over all the amp has good quality , and looks well built.

Who makes Peavey tubes?

Peavey Electronics Europe, Ltd. Peavey Electronics Corporation is an American company that designs, develops, manufactures and markets professional audio equipment. One of the largest audio equipment manufacturers in the world, it is headquartered in Meridian, Mississippi.

What tubes are in a 6505?

The Peavey 6505 Tube Set consists of 5 x 12AX7 preamp tubes, and 4 x 6L6 power tubes.

What amps use 6L6 tubes?

In guitar amps, the 6L6 was most often used in high-powered amps such as the Fender Twin Reverb, Fender Dual Showman and others that deliver loud, glassy clean tones. The first Marshall amps, JTM-45 head and Bluesbreaker combo, also used 6L6 power tubes.

What speakers do Fender amps use?

The typical speakers in these Fender reissue amps are known to be bright, Jensen P10r, C12n, C12k. There are dozens of replacement speakers that can give your amp a more balanced tone.

Why is it called 6505?

The name 6505 was chosen to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Peavey producing amplifiers (1965-2005). The initial run of 6505 amps is identical to the 5150 models produced up to that time, and merely features a new name. Since then, the 6505 has expanded into a larger and more successful amplifier line for Peavey.

How much does a Peavey 6505 weigh?

Weight Unpacked: 48.30 lb(21.908 kg) Weight Packed: 57.00 lb(25.855 kg) Width Packed: 13.25(33.655 cm) Height Packed: 28.75(73.025 cm)

How do I choose amp tubes?

For those just looking for a new set of tubes to get your amp back up and running, look into the tubes the amp came with and start from there. If you want the same sound, get the same or very similar tubes. If you want to experiment, try other brands or styles of the same type of tube.