PRS Archon 50-Watt 1x12" Tube Combo - Modern Metal Tone | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The PRS Archon 50 delivers the full spectrum of saturated distortion that modern metal guitarists demand in a versatile 50-watt tube combo amplifier. This second-generation design features dual channels with independent master volumes, allowing you to achieve cranked-amp tone at manageable volume levels. Perfect for professional gigging guitarists, studio recording, and players seeking uncompromising tube saturation from pristine cleans to face-melting distortion.
Product Overview
The Archon 50 features an all-tube design with 6 x 12AX7 preamp tubes and 2 x 6L6 power tubes, delivering incredible tonal range and dynamic response that maintains clarity even when your guitar's volume is rolled back. The black textured vinyl construction houses a premium Celestion V-Type 12-inch speaker that delivers crushing power and articulate definition. This amplifier represents PRS's commitment to modern metal tone without unnecessary complexity.
The dual-channel design provides independent 3-band EQ sections and bright switches for each channel, plus global presence and resonance controls for fine-tuning your sound. The tube-driven effects loop maintains signal integrity when using external effects, while the included single-button footswitch provides seamless channel switching during performance. Professional-grade components throughout ensure road-worthy reliability for demanding musicians.
Ideal For
- Metal and hard rock guitarists seeking crushing distortion with pristine clean tones
- Professional musicians requiring reliable tube performance for live performances
- Studio recording artists demanding dynamic response and tonal versatility
- Home players who want professional-quality metal amp tone at reasonable volumes
- Guitarists transitioning from solid-state to tube amplification for enhanced dynamics
Key Features
Dual-Channel Tube Design The 2-channel configuration features independent master volumes, allowing you to balance clean and distorted tones perfectly while maintaining optimal saturation levels for both channels without compromising your core tone.
Premium Tube Configuration Six 12AX7 preamp tubes and dual 6L6 power tubes deliver exceptional dynamic range, from crystalline clean tones to crushing modern distortion, with remarkable touch sensitivity and harmonic complexity.
Celestion V-Type Speaker The custom Celestion 12-inch speaker provides powerful projection and articulate definition, handling everything from chimey cleans to aggressive chugging with clarity and punch that cuts through any mix.
Professional EQ System Independent 3-band EQ and bright switches for each channel work alongside global presence and resonance controls, offering comprehensive tone shaping capabilities for any musical style or guitar combination.
Tube-Driven Effects Loop The integrated effects loop maintains your signal's tube-driven character when using external effects, ensuring your pedals and rack units complement rather than compromise your amplifier's natural tone.
What's Included
- PRS Archon 50-Watt 1x12" Tube Combo Amplifier
- Single-button channel footswitch
- Standard IEC AC power cable
- Owner's manual and warranty documentation
- PRS factory warranty coverage
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | All-tube combo amplifier |
| Output Power | 50 watts |
| Channels | 2 (independent master volumes) |
| Speaker | 1 x 12" Celestion V-Type |
| Preamp Tubes | 6 x 12AX7 (preamp, effects loop, phase invert) |
| Power Tubes | 2 x 6L6 |
| EQ | 3-band EQ per channel, presence, resonance |
| Effects Loop | Tube-driven send/return |
| Inputs | 1 x 1/4" instrument input |
| Speaker Outputs | 1 x 16 ohm (internal), 2 x 4 ohm, 2 x 8 ohm |
| Footswitch | 1-button channel switching (included) |
| Bias Type | Adjustable fixed bias |
| Construction | Black textured vinyl |
| Dimensions | 21.5" W x 18" H x 10" D |
| Weight | 42.8 lbs |
| Power Source | Standard IEC AC cable |
Get Your Hands on This Tube Combo Today
Experience the crushing power and versatile tone of the PRS Archon 50 at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our experienced staff can demonstrate this amplifier's incredible range from pristine cleans to modern metal distortion, and help you find the perfect settings for your playing style. Contact us today to schedule your personal demonstration or visit our showroom to discover why the Archon 50 is the ultimate choice for modern metal and hard rock guitarists.
