PRS Archon Classic 50 1x12" Combo Amp - 50-Watt Dual-Channel | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The PRS Archon Classic 50 Combo delivers pristine cleans to edge-of-breakup tones in a purpose-built, grab-and-go format that retains the voice, reliability, and power of the acclaimed Archon Classic 50 head. Featuring a matched 12" Celestion V-Type speaker and carefully tuned cabinet design, this 50-watt tube combo produces three-dimensional tone with full low-end response, lush highs, and exceptional note separation across its dual-channel architecture. Whether you're a gigging professional, studio musician, or dedicated home player, the Archon Classic 50 Combo brings professional-grade sound to any environment.
Product Overview
The Archon Classic 50 Combo features premium all-tube construction with 2 x JJ 6CA7 power tubes and 6 x JJ ECC83S preamp tubes delivering dynamic response and harmonic richness. The black textured vinyl covering with embossed welt piping and stitched black faux leather handle create a professional appearance that's as roadworthy as it is refined, while the compact dimensions (21.5" W x 18" H x 10" D) make this combo surprisingly portable at just 42.2 pounds.
The integrated cabinet design pairs the tube amplifier with a carefully selected 12" Celestion V-Type speaker, creating a perfectly matched system that delivers the warmth and projection of professional speaker enclosures without the complexity of separate heads and cabinets. This purpose-built combo eliminates impedance mismatches and tonal inconsistencies, giving you plug-and-play reliability whether you're loading in for a gig or setting up for a recording session.
Dual channels provide independent clean and lead voices, each with dedicated volume, three-band EQ, and bright switch controls. The global presence and depth controls work in the power amp's feedback network to shape your high-end sparkle and low-end response respectively, while the series tube-driven effects loop maintains signal integrity when integrating pedals and outboard effects. Adjustable bias with monitoring jacks allows precise tube maintenance, and the included single-button footswitch enables seamless channel switching during performance.
Ideal For
- Rock and blues players seeking versatile tones from pristine cleans to singing lead overdrive
- Gigging musicians who need reliable, roadworthy amplification in a manageable single-piece format
- Studio recording artists demanding exceptional note separation and three-dimensional tone
- Pedal enthusiasts looking for ample headroom and an ultra-clean tonal platform
- Professional guitarists requiring quick load-in setup without sacrificing tone quality
Key Features
Dual-Channel Architecture with Independent EQ
The Archon Classic 50 provides completely independent clean and lead channels, each with dedicated volume, treble, middle, bass controls, and bright switches. This thoughtful control layout allows you to dial in your perfect clean tone without compromise, then switch to a completely different lead voice with ideal gain structure and EQ—all controlled by the included footswitch for seamless transitions during performance.
Advanced Power Amp Controls
Global presence and depth controls operate in the power amp's feedback network to unlock extraordinary tonal flexibility. The presence control releases high-mid and treble frequencies, bringing your tone forward and adding three-dimensional texture, while the depth control allows you to choose between tight, focused low-end or more resonant, bass-heavy response—giving you precise command over your amp's frequency spectrum beyond traditional EQ.
Premium All-Tube Design with Matched Speaker
Powered by 2 x JJ 6CA7 power tubes and 6 x JJ ECC83S preamp tubes, the Archon Classic 50 delivers the touch-sensitive response and harmonic complexity that define premium tube amplification. The carefully selected 12" Celestion V-Type speaker complements the tube circuitry with balanced frequency response and 70-watt power handling, creating a matched system optimized for the Archon's tonal characteristics.
Professional Connectivity Options
The series tube-driven effects loop maintains signal integrity when integrating time-based effects, modulation pedals, or rack processors into your signal chain. Multiple extension speaker jacks with 5-ohm switching accommodate various cabinet configurations (two 4-ohm parallel, two 8-ohm parallel, or one 16-ohm), allowing you to expand your rig while the adjustable bias with monitoring jacks ensures optimal tube performance and longevity.
Integrated Cabinet Design
The purpose-built combo format eliminates the complexity of matching separate heads and cabinets while delivering the warmth and projection of professional speaker enclosures. This integrated design ensures perfect impedance matching and tonal consistency, giving you reliable plug-and-play performance whether you're setting up for practice, recording sessions, or live performances.
What's Included
- PRS Archon Classic 50 1x12" Combo Amplifier
- Single-button footswitch for channel switching
- PRS limited warranty
- Free standard shipping
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Power Output | 50 watts |
| Power Tubes | 2 x JJ 6CA7 |
| Preamp Tubes | 6 x JJ ECC83S (V1: Input, V2: Clean, V3/V4: Lead, V5: Loop, V6: Phase Inverter) |
| Channels | 2 (Clean and Lead) |
| Speaker | Celestion V-Type 12", 70W |
| Cabinet | Black textured vinyl with embossed welt piping |
| Controls Per Channel | Volume, Bright Switch, Treble, Middle, Bass, Master Volume |
| Global Controls | Presence, Depth |
| Effects Loop | Series, tube-driven |
| Speaker Outputs | 5-ohm switching: (2) 4-ohm parallel, (2) 8-ohm parallel, (1) 16-ohm |
| Bias | Adjustable with monitoring jacks |
| Footswitch | 1/4" mono jack (1-button footswitch included) |
| Dimensions | 21.5" W x 18" H x 10" D |
| Weight | 42.2 lbs |
| Handle | Stitched black faux leather |
Get Your Hands on This Tube Combo Amp Today
Experience the three-dimensional tone and professional build quality of the PRS Archon Classic 50 Combo in person at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate the amp's impressive tonal range and help you understand how its advanced power amp controls shape your sound. Contact us today to schedule a private demo or visit our showroom to discover why the Archon Classic 50 Combo is the perfect grab-and-go solution for discerning guitarists.
