Bad Cat Cub 1x12 Combo Amplifier | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Bad Cat Cub 1x12 Combo Amplifier delivers incredible feel and refined performance, giving you exactly what you need and nothing you don't in a single-channel design with dual gain modes. This evolved boutique amplifier represents years of steady refinement to one of Bad Cat's original designs, featuring updated circuitry and a newly voiced overdrive mode alongside the classic clean character. Perfect for players seeking the warm, rich sound and exceptional build quality that has made Bad Cat amplifiers the choice of countless stages and recordings for decades.
Product Overview
The Cub represents the culmination of years of refinement to one of Bad Cat's original boutique amplifier designs, steadily improved through multiple iterations to achieve incredible feel and musical response. This single-channel amplifier features dual gain modes that provide access to both the updated original Cub circuitry in clean mode and a newly voiced, more aggressive overdrive character. The 30-watt EL34 cathode-bias Class AB configuration delivers the warm midrange character and dynamic response that defines classic tube amplification.
The amplifier's design philosophy focuses on giving players exactly what they need without unnecessary complexity or superfluous features. The clean mode preserves the classic Cub character that has graced countless recordings, while the overdrive mode explores a more aggressive side of the Cub's personality. Two discrete, switchable master volume controls enable seamless transitions between different volume levels while maintaining each mode's distinct character.
Professional features include studio-quality spring reverb, buffered effects loop, and comprehensive EQ controls that provide precise tonal shaping capabilities. The custom Celestion V30 "Bad Cat Custom" speaker has been specifically voiced to complement the amplifier's tube circuitry, creating optimal balance across both gain modes. The included footswitch and protective slip cover demonstrate Bad Cat's attention to the complete user experience.
Ideal For
- Professional players seeking refined boutique tube amplification with classic character
- Recording musicians requiring versatile single-channel amplification for studio applications
- Live performers who value simplicity and reliability with excellent tonal versatility
- Players appreciating the evolution and refinement of classic American boutique amplifier design
- Musicians seeking incredible feel and dynamic response without unnecessary complexity
Key Features
Refined Single-Channel Design
Years of steady refinement have perfected the Cub's design, featuring dual gain modes that access both the classic clean character and a newly voiced, more aggressive overdrive side. This evolution maintains the original's character while expanding its capabilities.
EL34 Cathode-Bias Power
Thirty watts through dual EL34 tubes in cathode-bias Class AB configuration delivers warm midrange character, natural compression, and exceptional dynamic response. This classic tube combination provides the musical feel that defines premium boutique amplification.
Dual Master Volume System
Two discrete, switchable master volume controls enable seamless transitions between different volume levels while preserving each gain mode's distinct character. This thoughtful feature provides practical flexibility for various performance situations.
Custom Speaker Integration
The Celestion V30 "Bad Cat Custom" speaker has been specifically voiced to complement both gain modes, providing optimal balance between clean headroom and overdrive saturation in the compact 1x12" format.
Professional Features
Studio-quality spring reverb, buffered effects loop, and comprehensive EQ controls (bass, mid, treble, presence) provide professional capabilities while maintaining the amplifier's focus on essential, musical features.
What's Included
- Bad Cat Cub 1x12 Combo Amplifier
- Two-button footswitch (gain mode and master volume switching)
- Protective slip cover
- Owner's manual and warranty documentation
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Boutique Tube Combo Amplifier |
| Power Output | 30 Watts |
| Channels | Single Channel with Clean/OD Gain Modes |
| Power Tubes | 2xEL34 (Cathode-Bias Class AB) |
| Speaker | 1x12" Celestion V30 "Bad Cat Custom" |
| Controls | Input Volume, Bass/Mid/Treble/Presence, Dual Master Volume |
| Effects | Studio-Quality Spring Reverb |
| Features | Buffered Effects Loop, Switchable Master Volumes |
| Construction | Southern California Craftsmanship |
| Footswitch | Two-Button (Gain Mode/Master Volume) - Included |
| Accessories | Protective Slip Cover Included |
| Origin | Designed and Built in Southern California |
Get Your Hands on This Refined Boutique Combo Today
Experience the incredible feel and years of refined evolution in the Bad Cat Cub at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. This exceptional combo amplifier represents the perfect balance of classic boutique character and modern refinement, delivering exactly what you need without unnecessary complexity. Visit our showroom to discover why the Cub continues to be the choice of discerning players seeking authentic American boutique amplifier craftsmanship with incredible musical feel.
