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    PRS Archon 2-Channel Guitar Amplifier Head 50 Watts

    The PRS Archon 50 stands as a commanding force in the world of amplification, living up to its Greek namesake meaning "ruler" or "lord." This 50-watt, 2-channel head bridges the gap between aggressive, high-gain textures and pristine, sparkling cleans, offering a versatility that suits everything from metal to classic rock.

    By scaling down the original 100-watt design without sacrificing tone, PRS has created an amplifier that delivers manageable volume for the studio while retaining enough punch for the stage.

    PRS Archon 50 Distinctive Tube Power

    Distinctive Tube Power

    At the core of the Archon 50’s unique voice is a pair of 6CA7 power tubes, a choice that sets it apart from typical high-gain heads. These tubes offer a sonic middle ground between the glassiness of EL34s and the low-end depth of 6L6s, resulting in a sound that’s both warm and articulate.

    • 6CA7 Power Tubes: Utilizing two 6CA7 tubes, the amp delivers a harmonic richness that is full and smooth, avoiding the harshness often associated with high-output saturation.
    • Balanced Response: Experience a tight low end and a smooth high end that allows the amp to distort heavily without losing definition or becoming muddy.
    • 50-Watt Sweet Spot: The 50-watt configuration allows you to push the tubes harder at lower volumes, making it easier to achieve that coveted power-amp breakup in smaller venues or recording situations.

    Dual-Channel Versatility

    Whether you need a canvas for your pedalboard or a standalone distortion machine, the Archon 50 adapts to your playing style with two distinct channels. The design focuses on retaining clarity and note separation, ensuring that complex chords ring out clearly even under heavy gain settings.

    • Lush Lead Channel: Engineered with five gain stages before the master volume, this channel offers a spectrum of drive tones from subtle crunch to modern metal distortion.
    • Pristine Clean Channel: Unlike many high-gain amps, the clean channel provides remarkable headroom and clarity, serving as an excellent platform for your favorite effects pedals.
    • High-Fidelity Signal: Both channels are designed for incredible responsiveness, translating the nuances of your pick attack and guitar volume with precision.
    PRS Archon 50 Dual-Channel Versatility
    PRS Archon 50 Precision Tone Sculpting

    Precision Tone Sculpting

    PRS adopted a "no flash or trash" philosophy for the control panel, providing a layout that’s intuitive yet deeply powerful. Rather than overwhelming the user with unnecessary switches, the Archon 50 offers targeted controls that allow you to shape the feel and response of the amplifier quickly.

    • Independent EQ: Each channel features its own Volume, Treble, Middle, Bass, and Master Volume controls, along with a Bright switch to add shimmer to the high frequencies.
    • Global Depth and Presence: Located in the power amp section, these controls modify the feedback network to sculpt the low-end resonance and high-end bite across both channels.
    • Series Effects Loop: A tube-driven series effects loop ensures your time-based effects like delays and reverbs integrate seamlessly without degrading the core tone of the amp.

    A Ruler of Tone

    The PRS Archon 50 is more than just a high-gain monster; it’s a sophisticated tool for the modern guitarist who requires flexibility without compromise. By combining a forgiving, touch-sensitive feel with a robust feature set, it earns its place as a reliable workhorse for recording artists and gigging musicians alike.

    PRS Archon 50 A Ruler of Tone

    PRS Archon 50 Features:

    • 50 Watts of power via 2x 6CA7 power tubes
    • 2 Channels (Lead and Clean) with independent EQ
    • Global Presence and Depth controls
    • Tube-driven series effects loop
    • Adjustable bias points on rear panel
    • 4, 8, and 16 Ohm speaker outputs
    • Includes 1-button footswitch for channel switching
    • Birch plywood cabinet construction
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    PRS Archon 2-Channel Guitar Amplifier Head 50 Watts Specifications

    PRS Archon 2-Channel Guitar Amplifier Head 50 Watts Specifications
    Product Specifications

    PRS Archon 2-Channel Guitar Amplifier Head Specifications

    • Electronics:
      • Wattage (nominal) 50
      • Output Transformer 19H01-OPT
    • Tubes:
      • Power Tubes 2x JJ 6CA7
      • Preamp Tubes 6x JJ ECC83S
      • Preamp Positions V1: Input, V2: Clean, V3&4: Lead, V5: Loop, V6: Phase Inverter
    • Front Panel Controls:
      • Lead Channel Controls Volume, Bright (off/on), Treble, Middle, Bass, Master
      • Clean Channel Controls Volume, Bright (off/on), Treble, Middle, Bass, Master
      • Global Controls Presence, Depth
    • Back Panel Features:
      • Inlet IEC with integrated fuse
      • Effects Loop Series - tube driven
      • Bias Adjustable
      • Channels 2
      • Output Jack Configuration/Ohm Selection 2x4 parallel, 2x8 parallel, 1x16
    • Materials/Covering:
      • “Shell” Material Covering Black Textured Vinyl
      • Grill Cloth N/A
      • Piping Black Embossed Welt
      • Trim Panel Brushed Black Aluminum
    • Dimensions (W x D x H): 21.5" x 10" x 10"
    • Weight: 32.4 lbs
    • Accessories:
      • Footswitch 1-Button, for Channel Switching
      • Cover N/A
    • Available Configurations:
      • Head, 1x12 Combo
    • Suggested Cabinet Pairing:
      • Archon 1x12, Archon 12x1
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