Hiwatt PEDALSMITH 50 Head Electric Guitar Amplifier, 50 Watts, with Effects Loop

The Hiwatt PEDALSMITH 50 Head is a 50-watt guitar amplifier head that brings legendary British tone into the modern era. Based on the iconic Custom Shop DR504 circuit that defined countless classic recordings, this amp delivers the crystal-clear, dynamic Hiwatt sound that guitarists have cherished for decades. Powered by two EL34 output valves, the PEDALSMITH 50 provides exceptional high headroom and sharp response, making it an ideal foundation for your pedalboard. The amp features both High and Low inputs that allow you to match the gain range to your guitar's pickups, with each input functioning as a linked channel that sends your signal to both Normal and Brilliant channels for comprehensive tone shaping. A Filter switch offers three different circuit variations, giving you access to enhanced treble and bass response options. What truly sets this amplifier apart is its clean and quiet effects loop, specifically designed to insert pedals after the natural valve preamp gain stage, ensuring your modulation and time-based effects sound their absolute best. Whether you're chasing vintage tones or building a modern pedalboard setup, the PEDALSMITH 50 Head delivers the pristine platform you need. LEGENDARY TONE: Based on the iconic Custom Shop DR504 circuit that defined the classic Hiwatt sound heard on countless legendary recordings. VERSATILE CIRCUIT OPTIONS: Filter switch provides three different circuit variations for enhanced treble and bass response to match your playing style and preferences. POWERFUL TUBE DESIGN: Features two EL34 output valves delivering over 50 watts of clean headroom with sharp, dynamic response perfect for pedal platforms. DUAL INPUT CONFIGURATION: High and Low inputs allow gain range adjustment for different pickup types, with linked input design sending signal to both Normal and Brilliant channels for comprehensive tone shaping. PROFESSIONAL EFFECTS LOOP: Clean and quiet effects loop enables insertion of modulation and time-based pedals after natural valve preamp gain for optimal sound quality. COMPACT HEAD DESIGN: Lightweight amplifier head configuration delivers powerful 50-watt performance in a portable format ideal for gigging musicians and studio sessions. AC-POWERED TUBE AMPLIFIER: Traditional valve-based amplification with EL34 tubes provides the warm, organic tone and natural compression that modern solid-state amps cannot replicate.