FROM BEDROOM TO HEADROOM | TWIN CHANNEL | APPROVED BY BRENT HINDS
A TRUE CHANNEL SWITCHING TERROR
With an individual voice and character the Brent Hinds Terror is its own beast. Designed in collaboration with Mastodon’s Brent Hinds, the amp features two channels and a new gain structure that makes it a completely unique Terror.
The single control on the natural channel has been redesigned with more bottom end but retains the finely balanced and highly playable character of the Rocker series. The dirty channel has a different 3 stage gain structure. It’s brighter at lower gain levels and fattens up the more you dial the gain in. The new gain structure also means that the gain comes in more quickly.
Power switching options of 15, 7, 1 and 0.5 Watts make it perfect for bedroom, studio, and stage. Using the beefy Terror transformers, the Brent Hinds Terror is able to take full advantage of the EL84 output section, giving players the ability to create warm valve compression and saturation at neighbour friendly volume.
“I’m honored and proud of how great this amp sounds! It’s a representation of my dream tone!”
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Compare the different GAIN structures of the ROCKER 15 TERROR and BRENT HINDS TERROR
| Features: | TWIN CHANNEL, VALVE BUFFERED EFFECTS LOOP, HALF POWER MODE & ‘HEADROOM/BEDROOM’ ATTENUATOR SWITCH. |
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| Controls (Right to Left): | NATURAL CHANNEL: VOLUME ｜ DIRTY CHANNEL: GAIN, BASS, MIDDLE, TREBLE, VOLUME｜ CHANNEL SELECTOR, HALF/STBY/FULL POWER SELECTOR｜ POWER SWITCH |
| Valves | PREAMP: 3 X ECC83 (12AX7), 1 X ECC81 (12AT7) POWER AMP: 2 X EL84 |
| Output Power: | 0.5, 1, 7 OR 15 WATTS (SWITCHABLE) |
| Effects Loop: | YES (VALVE BUFFERED) |
| Unboxed Dimensions (W x H x D): | 35.6 X 17.7 X 15CM (14.01 X 6.96 X 5.9″) |
| Boxed Dimensions (W x H x D) | 43.9 x 25.3 x 23.9cm (17.28 x 9.96 x 9.40″) |
| Unboxed Weight: | 6.4KG (14.10LBS) |
One of the most gnarly amps Orange has ever made
That’s got a lot of meat to it!
Super versatile, totally transportable.
This amp offers a lot in a small package and puts a bit of a spin on the classic orange tone!
If you can’t afford a motorcycle, BUY THIS AMP INSTEAD!!!
Chris Vinnicombe demos the Brent Hinds Terror
It’s easily my favorite of all the Orange amps I’ve played
If you’ve been longing for some grinding, fizzy, Mastodon tones, this is well worth a try.
Rich high-gain sounds. Beautiful clean tones. Portable and affordable.
REDEFINING STANDARDS IN LIVE ACOUSTIC SOUND
Orange Acoustic Pre TC
The Orange Acoustic Pre TC is the world’s first stereo valve acoustic preamp/active DI, offering supreme clarity and unrivalled performance for uncompromising performers. Engineered for both stage and studio use this valve design affords acoustic players the same warmth, natural compression and rich harmonics previously only available to electric guitarists and hi-fi audiophiles.
Channel A is a unique ECC83/12AX7 valve channel for active and passive instruments. The valve circuitry operates in a totally different way to most electric guitar amplifiers and has been designed to amplify a much wider frequency range in order to capture every subtle nuance of acoustic instruments. The tonal effect of the valve can be fine-tuned with the preamp’s ‘Heat’ control which adds gain in the upper mid range and above, whilst also adding subtle compression. This can be used to revoice this channel depending on the playing style. Backing off the Heat offers a warmer attack for flatpickers, whilst turning it up adds more presence and sparkle for fingerstyle.
The analogue solid state Channel B has a different, slightly softer character with outstanding clarity. This channel has inputs for either a microphone or an instrument, and features switchable 48V phantom power. Both channels can be used independently or blended together – perfect for the modern player who combines multiple sound sources.
Each channel has a three-band EQ with a semi-parametric mid control, plus switches to correct feedback issues on stage and phasing problems between dual-source pickups. The tone shaping options have been voiced to perfectly control the natural body and ‘air’ of acoustic instruments, whilst the onboard stereo reverb adds stunning ambience if desired.
On the rear, the preamp features flexible routing options, including independent effects loops and balanced DI outputs for each channel. Handmade in the UK the Orange Acoustic Pre TC has already been a hit with major artists. Prototypes have already gone straight into the touring rigs of Stevie Wonder for use with his Harpejji and fingerstyle jazz guitarist Martin Taylor MBE.
“I feel very honoured to have been a part of the creation of this amazing preamp – I love the warmth and dynamic range. This preamp inspires me to create music”
Dr Martin Taylor
Features and Functions
Channel A
Gain: Input level to Channel A
Heat: Varies valve gain in upper frequencies adding harmonics and compression
Bass: Low shelf +/-12 dB below 680 hZ
Treble: High shelf +15 dB Above 680 hZ
Mid: +/-18dB @ frequency selected by Freq control
Freq: Selects centre frequency for Mid control (180Hz – 1.8kHz)
Channel B
Gain: Input level to Channel B
Bass: Low shelf +/-12 dB below 680 hZ
Treble: High shelf +15 dB Above 680 hZ
Mid: +/-18dB @ frequency selected by Freq control
Freq: Selects centre frequency for Mid control (180Hz – 1.8kHz)
Master
Reverb: Controls the level of the on-board digital reverb
Line Volume: Controls the output level of the unbalanced mono line output
Main Volume: Controls the output level of the balanced XLR outputs
Switches
+48V On: Activates 48V phantom power on Channel B’s XLR input
Phase Inv A: Inverts the phase of Channel A
Phase Inv B: Inverts the phase of Channel B
Mute: Mutes both channels at the FX Loop send (Reverb/Delay tails and loop pedals will still be audible)
Gnd Lift A: Lifts the ground of Channel A’s XLR output
Gnd Lift B: Lifts the ground of Channel B’s XLR output XLR
Connections
Input A: 1/4″ Jack input to Channel A
Input B: 1/4″ Jack and XLR inputs to Channel B (not to be used simultaneously)
Mute Footswitch: Allows the mute function to be controlled by a latching footswitch (such as the FS-1)
FX Loop Send A: Connects Channel A to the input of an effects unit. The Send can also be used as an unbalanced output for Channel A (post-EQ, pre-Reverb).
FX Loop Return A: Connects the output of an effects unit to Channel A output
FX Loop Send B: Connects Channel B to the input of an effects unit. The Send can also be used as an unbalanced output for Channel B (post-EQ, pre-Reverb).
FX Loop Return B: Connects the output of an effects unit to Channel B output
Line Output: Mixes both channels for a mono unbalanced 1/4″ output Jack
Main Output A: Individual balanced XLR output for Channel A
Main Output B: Individual balanced XLR output for Channel B
12V DC 2.1mm DC socket for connecting the supplied 12VDC centre negative power supply
| Channel A Input Impedance | 2.2 MOhms |
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| Channel B XLR Input Impedance | Minimum 6 KOhms |
| Channel B Jack Input Impedance | 2.2 MOhms |
| FX Send Level | -10dBu |
| FX Send Impedance | Sub 150 Ohms |
| FX Return Level | -10dBu |
| FX Return Impedance | 10 KOhms |
| Line Output Level | -10dBu |
| Line Output Impedance | Sub 150 Ohms |
| Main Output Level | +4dBu |
| Main Output Impedance | Sub 60 Ohms |
| Dimensions | 29x15x9cm (11.41 x 5.90 x 3.54″) |
| Weight | 2.5Kg (5.51lbs) |
With the Acoustic Pre I can turn up for radio sessions knowing I have easy control over my guitars without a ton of gear. It’s a really versatile tool in the Clean Bandit studio.
For a first acoustic product, Orange have pretty much nailed it!
I was very excited to try the Orange acoustic pre-twin channel because it
is so hard to get a warm rich acoustic sound live through a DI. I’ve never
been happy with the way my acoustic sounds to me onstage until now. It adds
depth, character and all of the good things that I want to hear when I pick
up my acoustic guitar to play. And there are a few different ways to set
this thing up that are brilliant! I love having options!!!
“Orange has once again revolutionized the capabilities of giving you the best from your guitar that’s possible. Now entering the acoustic guitar world, The Twin Channel Acoustic Pre is the most amazing acoustic preamp I’ve ever used. It’s versatility brings out the perfect balance of enhancement and playability in your sound”
“The Orange Acoustic Pre is an invaluable element to my sound,from the smallest clubs to the largest theaters I can depend on it to deliver a flawless performance every night. The vast tonal possibilities, transparent signal boosting and superior dynamics of the Acoustic Pre are unparalleled in allowing the slightest nuances of my acoustic performances to be captured effortlessly both live and in the studio.”
This is an awesome unit that you can use in a whole bunch of ways. Essentially, it gives you total control over the tone of your acoustic guitar.
I feel I have really enhanced my acoustic sound with this.
“The Acoustic Pre combines quality, depth and beauty of sound. Channel A enhanced with a valve has a warm, powerful and natural character. Channel B is a solid state and has an immense clarity. It is the perfect device for any live and/or studio situations. It makes my flamenco guitar sound huge!! I will be using the Acoustic Pre on the World of Hans Zimmer autumn Tour 2019 live.
I think the Acoustic Pre is great. Really helps with the tone of flat piezos. Lot of range and flexibility… I love it.
Specifications:
| Overview: | Limited edition half stack: all-valve, hardwired Tiny Terror amplifier head & matching 2×10″ speaker cabinet |
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| Amplifier Details: | Output: 7 or 15W (Switchable) ｜Valves: 2 × ECC83/12AX7 & 2 × EL84 ｜Speaker Outputs: 1 × 8/16 Ohm or 2 × 16 Ohm ｜ Polished stainless steel chassis |
| Speaker Cabinet Details: | Open back design ｜80 Watts RMS ｜ 2 × 10″ Celestion G10 Alnico Gold speakers ｜ 18mm birch plywood construction ｜ Woven paper grille cloth ｜British racing green vinyl ｜Impedance: 16 Ohms |
| Unboxed Dimensions (W x H x D): | Head: 30.3 × 19 × 15.3cm (11.93 × 7.48 × 6.02”) Cabinet: 55 × 45 × 29cm (21.65 × 17.72 × 11.42) |
| Unboxed Weight: | Head: 5.45kg (12.02 lb) Cabinet: 18.3kg (40.34 lb) |
ALL ANALOGUE | CLASS AB | PROPRIETARY CLASS A COMPRESSION
Amplifiers for the most discerning bassists
The 4 Stroke Series is our offering to the demanding modern bass player – everything you need, and nothing you don’t. Featuring all-analogue circuitry throughout, the 4 Stroke 300 & 500 speak with genuine authority, delivering powerful tones with a natural and rounded emphasis that leaves Class D amps in their wake. The Class AB 4 Stroke stays crystal clean and expressive all the way up, without ever becoming sterile or fatiguing.
The centrepiece of these amps is the uncompromising tone stack which allows for an unparalleled level of control over the EQ without the fussiness that plagues so many. The active four-band parametric EQ covers an enormous range and opens up limitless possibilities. Whether you need to sculpt your signature sound, bring out the character of your instrument or combat troublesome acoustic environments, the 4 Stroke deals with all comers in an instant. For the finishing touch, our proprietary Class A compression circuit tracks seamlessly, adding further punch and fatness. On the rear, you’ll find the usual essentials: two parallel speaker outputs (min. total load 4 Ohms), plus balanced and line level outputs. Available in 300W and 500W configurations, the 4 Stroke Series is the perfect tool for the contemporary bassist – powerful, usable, musical.
All Analogue Design
Trusting our ears and moving away from Class D technology altogether, the 4 Stroke is 100% analogue throughout. At the point of entry, the 4 Stroke features a new all-discrete Class A input buffer circuit. This contributes to crystal clear note definition and a highly detailed response, accurately reproducing even the most subtle nuances under your fingers. The Class AB output section (available in either 300 or 500 Watts) ensures these amps stay composed and assertive, whatever the venue. This design also means the 4 Stroke can also be used without a speaker load, perfect for direct recording in the studio.
Active Four-Band Parametric EQ
The Four-Band Parametric EQ gives you complete control over your sound. Featuring four independent frequency controls, each with up to 18dB of cut or boost, the 4 Stroke’s Q curves have been engineered to achieve the perfect balance between precision and usability. Below are some examples of the sounds you can achieve.
Rock Grit Sounds
To give you that real old school punk/rock bass tone, boosting the frequencies is the way to go, cutting the low mid frequency around 220Hz also helps the other frequencies to jump out. 3000Hz frequency being boosted to near full will give a crunchy tone.
Smooth Sounds
Getting a smooth bass sound is simple with the 4 stroke, as seen below boosting the treble and cutting the lower and upper mids will give you a perfect rounded bass tone.
Parametric bands:
- Bass: 40 – 400Hz
- Low Mid: 80 – 800Hz
- High Mid: 250 – 2.5kHz
- Treble: 550 – 5.5kHz
(Crossover between bands allows for even more cut/boost when required)
Footswitchable Class A Compression
Rather than a common hard limiter, the 4 Stroke’s Class A compressor design maintains the transients of the input signal for a dynamic playing response. The carefully developed sidechain has a fattening effect on the core tone at lower compression settings, whilst increasing the amount of compression adds a springy character to the attack, great for heavy thumb work. With just a simple level control (much like many classic studio units), the compression can also be engaged or defeated remotely with the optional FS-1 footswitch.
Slap Bass Sounds
Using the 4 Strokes inbuilt compression in conjunction with the 4 band EQ by boosting the bass and treble while cutting the mids will give your slap bass a real punchy sound.
Class AB output stage. This is for a different animal. We have a 4 band parametric EQ which you can dial in any bass sound that you want.
| Features: | Class AB solid state bass amplifier rackmountable head | Active 4-band parametric EQ section | Footswitchable Class A compression | Balanced & line outputs | 2 x Parallel Speakon speaker outputs |
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| Front Panel (Right to Left): | Input [-6dB Pad] | Treble (550-5500Hz) | High Mid (250-2500Hz) | Low Mid (80-800Hz) | Bass (40-400Hz) | Compression Level | Volume | Footswitch input | Power |
| Rear Panel: | Speaker Outputs | Line Out & Balanced DI Output (post-EQ and Volume) |
| Finish: | 2U White steel chassis |
| Speaker Outputs: | 2 x Speakon (parallel). 4 Ohm minimum total load. |
| Range Options: | 4 Stroke 300 (300W @ 4 Ohms) 4 Stroke 500 (500W @ 4 Ohms) |
| Unboxed Dimensions (W × H × D): | 48.2 × 10 × 26.5cm (18.97 × 3.93 × 10.43″) |
| Unboxed Weight: | 4 Stroke 300: 9.45kg (20.83 lb) 4 Stroke 500: 10.05kg (22.16 lb) |
This a rock bassist rig without a doubt, but it really delivers on versatility.
CLASS AB | BI-AMP INSPIRED | ALL ANALOGUE
Taking the OB1-300’s bi-amp inspired, all analogue design as a base, the combo version really shows off the OB1’s deceptive versatility. Despite its relatively sparse layout, the real beauty of this combo is its ability to go from sophisticated to unhinged at the turn of a knob, or the stomp of a foot.
The OB1-300 Combo houses a new 15” Eminence neodymium speaker in a carefully designed front-ported cabinet, and this configuration is the ideal match for the OB1’s fearsome tonal platform. The two elements combine to offer an immediate attack and a seriously punchy low end, dishing out warm contemporary cleans, grinding vintage grit right up to heavily distorted mayhem. Most importantly, the OB1-300 Combo remains focused at all extremes of its wide-ranging tone controls.
For years bassists have been combining guitar and bass amps to remarkable effect, adding harmonics and layers of overdrive from a guitar amp to their core bass tone in pursuit of the ultimate live sound. This ‘bi-amp’ trend got us thinking… Why drag two amps to the show when you could take just one? The key to the OB1’s unique sound is our footswitchable Blend circuit which adds a veneer of controllable gain and increased harmonic content to the upper registers of the input signal. The lower frequencies and clean signal are left alone, staying warm and clear just as they would be in a ‘bi-amped’ setup.
Depending on where the Gain and Blend controls are set, the possibilities are limitless. Kick in the Blend control to achieve anything from a transparent clean boost, to all-out filthy grind, and everywhere in between.
‘Bi-amp’ Inspired Design
The OB1 splits the input instrument signal into two separate paths. One amplifies the clean signal, with all the clarity you would expect from Orange. The other adds stages of gain to the upper harmonics only, controllable via the amp’s Gain knob. These two elements are combined using the amplifier’s Blend control which adjusts the balance between clean and dirty. The Blend control can then be remotely engaged or defeated using the optional footswitch.
The Gain and Blend’s range allows for almost anything, from a subtle level boost to cut through the mix, added girth and presence at moderate settings to fatten up chorus passages, to fully saturated savagery at the extremes. However you dial it in, the OB1 always maintains that critical low end definition, right the way up to the most offensive settings!
Active EQ
The OB1’s highly responsive active three band EQ has been meticulously voiced for maximum effect and minimal fuss. The EQ section is located after the Gain and Blend in the circuit, allowing full tonal control over the entire range of sounds. The Bass and Middle controls feature +/-15dB of boost or cut, whilst there is a range of +/- 20dB on the Treble control.
15″ Eminence Neodymium Speaker
This new offering from Eminence is the perfect mate for the OB1-300 Combo, capable of handling all the OB1 can throw at it. The bass response is deep and defined and the cabinet is front ported for extra low end girth. Whether you’re after a super-subby throb, a mellow mid scoop, or a raunchy growl, the OB1-300 Combo has got you covered.
All Analogue Signal Path
The OB1 Series puts proper Class A/B power back on the map. All circuitry is completely analogue, ensuring these amps sound expressive and musical even at ridiculous gain levels.
| FEATURES: | ‘BI-AMP’ INSPIRED 1×15″ BASS COMBO WITH FOOTSWITCHABLE GAIN & BLEND CONTROLS, ACTIVE 3 BAND EQ, BALANCED DI & LINE LEVEL OUTPUTS |
| FRONT PANEL (RIGHT TO LEFT): | INSTRUMENT INPUT WITH ACTIVE/PASSIVE SWITCH, GAIN, BLEND, BASS, MIDDLE, TREBLE, VOLUME, FOOTSWITCH INPUT, MAINS SWITCH |
| REAR PANEL (RIGHT TO LEFT): | SPEAKER OUTPUTS (SPEAKON), 1/4″ LINE OUTPUT, BALANCED OUTPUT WITH GROUND LIFT SWITCH |
| INTERNAL SPEAKER: | 1 X 15″ 8 OHM EMINENCE NEODYMIUM |
| SPEAKER OUTPUT OPTIONS: | MINIMUM TOTAL LOAD = 4 OHM (1 X 8 OHM EXTENSION CAB) |
| OUTPUT POWER: | 300 WATTS @ 4 OHM, CLASS A/B |
| FINISH OPTIONS: | ORANGE OR BLACK BASKETWEAVE VINYL, BLACK GRILLE CLOTH |
| UNBOXED DIMENSIONS (W X H X D): | 55 X 68 X 35CM (21.65 X 26.77 X 13.77″) |
| UNBOXED WEIGHT: | 29.65KG (65.37LB) |
So Orange has put its best foot forward for the new year with a really great, aggressive Rock sounding bass amp that is very well made, easy to transport and use, is capable of Jekyll and Hyde bass sounds, switchable at the flick of a switch from mellow to fat (with a capital PH!).
A really good, solid, groove-playing combo that’s loud enough to be put to use in a wide range of different environments – and it looks damn cool into the bargain.
This is bass amplification at its purest; a powerful amp and single driver in a well designed, solid cabinet.
| Features: | Compact 2×10″ bass cabinet with parallel speakon jacks for ‘daisy chaining’ |
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| Speakers: | 2 x 10″ Eminence Legends |
| Impedance: | 8 Ohms |
| Power Handling: | 400 Watts |
| Finish Options: | Orange or Black basketweave vinyl |
| Unboxed Dimensions (W x H x D): | 62 x 35 x 34cm (24.4 x 13.8 x 13.4″) |
| Unboxed Weight: | 19.25kg (42.43lb) |
600 WATTS | EMINENCE NEODYMIUM SPEAKERS | ISOBARIC DESIGN
HIGH POWER, ISOBARIC DESIGN
Building on the success of our SmartPower series, the new OBC212 is our best isobaric bass cabinet yet. This clever design positions one speaker behind the other, creating an airtight, phase coherent chamber for outstanding projection in a more compact enclosure than a traditional 2×12. Featuring a pair of 12” neodymium Eminence speakers, 600 Watts of power handling and parallel speakon jacks the OBC212 is a perfect mate for a wealth of bass amplifier heads.
ISOBARIC DESIGN
OBC212 positions two front-facing speakers, one behind the other. The space between the front speaker’s magnet and the rear speaker’s cone is airtight, ensuring that both speakers vibrate in conjunction with one another, thus keeping them in phase. Combined with a slot port for extra low end the OBC212 delivers a seriously punchy sound with a much smaller footprint than a conventional 2×12″.
EMINENCE NEODYMIUM SPEAKERS
Two 12″ Neodymium speakers for high power handling, super fast attack and reduced weight.
DAISY CHAINING
The OBC212 features 2 speakon jacks on the rear of the cabinet to enable ‘daisy-chaining’ to another cab of the same impedance for a total load of 4 Ohms
| Features: | Isobaric 2×12″ bass cabinet with parallel speakon jacks for ‘daisy chaining’ |
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| Speakers: | 2 x 12″ Eminence Neodymium |
| Impedance: | 8 Ohms |
| Power Handling: | 600 Watts |
| Finish Options: | Orange or Black basketweave vinyl |
| Unboxed Dimensions (W x H x D): | 53.5 x 48.5 x 38.5cm (21 x 19x 15.1″) |
| Unboxed Weight: | 25kg (55lb) |
THE AMP OF CHOICE FOR ROCK AND METAL GUITARISTS
KEY FEATURES:
Two Master Volume Channels with Four Stages of High Gain
From sparkling cleans to overdrive to aggressive distortion. Both channels deliver the versatility demanded by the best guitarists
Footswitchable Global Attenuator
Output stage saturation at ‘conversation volumes’. The Attenuator circuit is located after the master volume controls and determines when and how the amp distorts after the preamp stage. This means the overall volume level can be reduced, whilst keeping control over the amp’s output clipping characteristics. Unlike a loadbox, our design ensures the all-important relationship between the output transformer and the speaker remains intact, so even at very low volumes the amp remains springy and responsive. Turning the Attenuator control clockwise reduces the overall output level (i.e. increases the attenuation), which can be remotely defeated via a footswitch for a volume boost on either channel for lead lines.
Switchable Output Power
Switching the amp’s output power allows for more control over the headroom and breakup from the output valves. Reduce the output for greater output valve clipping and saturation at lower volume levels. The Dual Dark 50 can be switched between 50 and 25 Watts
Engineered to be played
At Orange, we expect our amps to work for a living. For the best possible tone and durability, the Dual Dark 50 uses 8 section output transformers. The chassis-mounted switchgear is secured to a welded steel enclosure and housed in a sturdy 18mm plywood cabinet.
Valve Buffered FX Loop
For the purist who loves their pedals, our highly transparent effects loop is buffered by a single 12AT7/Ecc81, ensuring an all-valve signal path from input to output. You won’t find any op-amps in the Dual Dark 50.
“I wanted to design a series of amps that could go as clean or as dirty as you want on both channels. Don’t be fooled by the dark appearance, these are versatile bits of kit.”
| Features | 50W class A/B two channel valve head, two master volume channels each with four stages of gain, footswitchable attenuator, 25W half power mode & valve buffered effects loop |
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| Front Panel Controls (Right to Left) | (Channel B) Gain, Shape, Volume | (Channel A) Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble | Attenuator, Full/Half Power switch |
| Output Power | 50W / 25W |
| Valves | 5 x 12AX7 | 1 x 12AT7 | 2 x EL34 |
| Speaker Output Options | 1×16Ω, 1×8Ω or 2×16Ω |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 55×27x24cm ((21.65×10.63×9.45in) |
| Unboxed Weight | 21.0kg (46.3lb) |
Made in the UK, it’s heavy and solidly put together with superbly applied tolex and piping, metal corner covers and chromed facia protectors. All the cooling vents are metal, and everything is screwed down so tightly it can only inspire confidence.
Taking it’s place among the elite super-high-gain heads, Orange’s all tube Dual Dark 50 is equally proficient at producing modern, ear melting gain and yesteryear’s British Chime.
I don’t believe that the ‘perfect’ amp exists but the Dual Dark comes frighteningly close. Amazing Stuff!
….the Dual Dark 50 is a pro-level amp for players who are serious about getting heavy, and nobody does heavy quite like Orange
“It cleans up really nicely, you can get some really nice jangly tones…it’s a pretty friggin great amp!”
The Orange Dual Dark series is freaking awesome!
EVEN DARKER
100 Watts of 100% Valve Darkness
Our highest gain amplifiers to date and our very first amps to offer four stages of gain on two channels, the Dual Dark heads are both aggressive and flexible at the same time. With gain and master volume controls on both A and B, either channel can serve up clean, overdrive or insane levels of distortion, making these amps incredibly pliable despite their obvious Metal leanings.
Channel A is a completely new design with a voicing that reveals a fat and powerful EQ with strong open mids and a tight response. Channel B takes its roots from our much loved Dark Terror, with a lightning fast attack perfect for percussive down-tuned riffing. The intuitive Shape control, first appearing on our acclaimed Thunderverb series, affects the midrange response whilst interacting with the bass and treble. Dial in a range of tones using just one control, from a full-on scoop, to a rich lead sound with pronounced mids and rounded highs.
Compared to its 50W brother, the Dual Dark 100’s bigger output section allows for even greater control over the huge level of preamp gain on offer. The bottom end punch and midrange clout is truly staggering, and if you like your distortion happening at the front end, you’ll love the Dual Dark 100! For a different flavour, the output can be tamed from 100W down to 70W, 50W or 30W for earlier output valve clipping and saturation at reduced volume levels.
Meanwhile, our footswitchable attenuator circuit allows for control over when and how the amp distorts after the preamp stage. Use the amp’s master volume controls to push the output stage into submission, then reduce the volume level with the attenuator, right the way down to ‘conversation’ levels. This feature can also be defeated remotely for a volume boost in a live setting. Unlike a loadbox, our design ensures the all-important relationship between the output transformer and the speaker remains intact, so even at very low volumes the amp remains springy and responsive. Finally, the amp is equipped with a highly transparent, low impedance valve buffered effects loop to take full advantage of the masses of gain available when using time-based effects.
“I wanted to design a series of amps that could go as clean or as dirty as you want on both channels. Don’t be fooled by the dark appearance, these are versatile bits of kit.”
KEY FEATURES:
TWO MASTER VOLUME CHANNELS WITH FOUR STAGES OF HIGH GAIN
From sparkling cleans to overdrive to aggressive distortion. Both channels deliver the versatility demanded by the best guitarists
FOOTSWITCHABLE GLOBAL ATTENUATOR
Output stage saturation at ‘conversation volumes’. The Attenuator circuit is located after the master volume controls and determines when and how the amp distorts after the preamp stage. This means the overall volume level can be reduced, whilst keeping control over the amp’s output clipping characteristics. Unlike a loadbox, our design ensures the all-important relationship between the output transformer and the speaker remains intact, so even at very low volumes the amp remains springy and responsive. Turning the Attenuator control clockwise reduces the overall output level (i.e. increases the attenuation), which can be remotely defeated via a footswitch for a volume boost on either channel for lead lines.
SWITCHABLE OUTPUT POWER
Switching the amp’s output power allows for more control over the headroom and breakup from the output valves. Reduce the output for greater output valve clipping and saturation at lower volume levels. The Dual Dark 100 can be switched between 100, 70, 50 and 30 Watts
ENGINEERED TO BE PLAYED
At Orange, we expect our amps to work for a living. For the best possible tone and durability, the Dual Dark 100 uses 8 section output transformers. The chassis-mounted switchgear is secured to a welded steel enclosure and housed in a sturdy 18mm plywood cabinet.
VALVE BUFFERED FX LOOP
For the purist who loves their pedals, our highly transparent effects loop is buffered by a single 12AT7/Ecc81, ensuring an all-valve signal path from input to output to take full advantage of the masses of gain available when using time-based effects.
100% Valve
You won’t find any op-amps in the Dual Dark 100.
| Features | 100W CLASS A/B TWO CHANNEL VALVE HEAD, TWO MASTER VOLUME CHANNELS EACH WITH FOUR STAGES OF GAIN, FOOTSWITCHABLE ATTENUATOR, SWITCHABLE OUTPUT POWER (70, 50, 30W) & VALVE BUFFERED EFFECTS LOOP |
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| Front Panel Controls (Right to Left) | (CHANNEL B) GAIN, SHAPE, VOLUME | (CHANNEL A) GAIN, BASS, MIDDLE, TREBLE | ATTENUATOR, FULL/HALF POWER SWITCH |
| Rear Panel Controls | 4/2 Output Valve selector switch. |
| Output Power | 100, 70, 50 or 30W |
| Valves | 5 X 12AX7 | 1 X 12AT7 | 4 X EL34 |
| Speaker Output Options | 1×16Ω, 1×8Ω OR 2×16Ω |
| Dimensions | 55 × 27 x 24cm (21.65 x 10.63 x9.45in) |
| Weight | 24.0kg (52.0lb) |
If you take your metal art seriously, you have to try them. 4.5 Stars
This is a killer, “killer” amp.
PORTABLE | ACCURATE | RELIABLE
Continuing our proud record of delivering innovative solutions to musicians, Orange Amplification is proud to present a pioneering technology to match, test and grade valves – the Orange Valve Tester. This ground breaking product will help every guitarist, rental company, valve amp manufacturer, guitar tech and guitar / hi-fi store across the planet.
The compact and extremely easy to use Valve Tester is a fully automatic valve tester, which performs a wide range of tests quickly and accurately. The benefits of using the Valve Tester are clear and wide reaching; users can quickly and simply match and test valves, plus receive a reliable health check as to whether their valves are good, bad or worn.
Orange Amps developed the world’s first fully automatic, portable, digital Valve Tester, to make it easy to test amp valves. Until now testing valves with little or no knowledge of valve theory was difficult, expensive and often unreliable. This product will test all popular power and pre-amp valves. Its ease of use will appeal to all valve users whether amateur, professional or in the music retail trade.
The unit has one octal and two nine pin valve sockets for different valve types; simply insert the valve to be tested into the correct socket, select the valve type from the list on the unit and press ‘OK’ to test. The results are displayed clearly and concisely using LEDs and will test for a wide range of fault conditions, which could easily cause damage to other components. The simplicity of operation belies what is going on ‘inside the box’, where a CPU controlled testing system is in operation, allowing full control over all inter-electrode switching and measurement operations.
The Orange Valve Tester incorporates patent-pending technology and really opens the door to everyone to have an extremely simple, portable, reliable, inexpensive and safe way to test valves in minutes.
I love my vintage Knight tube tester but the Orange VT1000 is a game changer. No more carrying around a piece of luggage, no more knobs, switches and levers to press. The VT1000 is small, reliable and easy to use. An essential piece of kit.
This great gadget gives me tube control like never before with voicing, touch sensitivity, headroom. Tim Myer
This bit o’ kit “ups” our game immediately! It solves all things tubey there and then! – Alan Rogan
Indispensable item for my arsenal of tools. Functionally, easy to use all in size of your hand. Can’t to do a gig without this.
The valve tester is simple to use, reliable and has drastically changed the way I bias and re valve all the amps that I deal deal with both in the workshops and on the road.
The Orange VT1000 Tube/Valve Tester paid for itself on day one- I was able to select tubes from new and old batches for current use- and go through the boxes of pulled tubes accumulated over the years.
Like many of us, any time an amp went down, tubes would be replaced to “get the show going” and end up in boxes.
The VT1000 showed us which valves had failed, which were weak and which were good.
Of the good tubes, it is easy to “grade” or “match” both power tubes and many common types of preamp tubes.
If you KNOW what the tube in your hand is going to do, then you can select the tube for desired result- invaluable in the studio.
Orange’s VT 1000 saves time and money- and helps get your amplifier working it’s best, the way you need it.
I just recently picked up a VT1000 Valve Tester and it is an amazing little box. With all the tubes I have to go through out here with Fleetwood Mac, it has become one of my most valuable tools and I have used it to test and match over 500 tubes so far in a few months I’ve owned the unit. In that time the Valve Tester has caught 3 brand new tubes that would have been put into regular rotation of factory matched sets and eventually would have failed. I put these tubes in a spare amp just to see if the Valve Tester was correct and to see if I could get them to fail, because I just had to know!! Each of the tubes that tested faulty were either microphonic new out of the box or had internal damage which caused the tube to arc and glow red immediately. I have also been able to match and group all of my preamp tubes that I had lying around that were unmarked or slightly used. This was amazing because I had about 50 preamp tubes that I was just going to throw away because I didn’t know where they came from or if they were going to be any good. Turns out that 5 of them tested bad and the rest were in great condition. Because the Valve Tester tests both halves of the preamp tubes, I can now create completely matched sets of preamp tubes, which I have never been able to do while on the road with a band. It is my favourite electronic device to come out in a very long time and it has already paid for itself in tube matching fees and tubes that I would have simply ended up getting rid of because I didn’t know if they were any good or not
The VT1000 is an amazing bit of kit for the average valve user.
The Orange VT 1000 valve tester will become an essential piece of kit for the professional guitar / amp technician’s workbench…. in both the workshop and out on the road. The VT 1000 is going to make life a lot easier from now on!
VT1000…at last, this takes the guesswork out of knowing exactly where your valves’ health is at! To know with certainty that a valve is working efficiently is priceless!
Finally a tube tester that I can test all those pesky old tubes lying around the house. I found the orange tube tester a sight for sore eyes, very easy to use and quite easy to comprehend and incorporate in the testing of all the tubes in my amp giving me a value to each and able to match tubes for best performance in a nice small package.
This thing is great! Finally a tube tester anyone can use. This groovie little box is ideal for the road cause it can test so many different types of tubes. It’s super durable and doesn’t take up much room in my work box. No more holding on to old tubes thinking they might work, in minutes you can see if their good, worn or bad. Also matching tubes is a piece of cake now. I would recommend this little box to anyone that works with or owns tube amps, it’s going to help keep up that sound that drew you to your amp in the first place.
Thanks to the folks at Orange for making this thing! This box has made my job easier on the road and at home. No more boxes of questionable tubes.
“The Orange VT1000 Valve Tester is an essential tool that every tech should own, whether on your bench or on the road. Hell, anyone who plays a tube amp should have one of these. The VT1000 can quickly verify the validity of your tubes and save you a lot of time and money. I use it constantly and never leave for tour without it. Backed 100%!”
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| Unboxed Dims (W x D x H) | 18cm (7.4″) x 15cm (5.9″) x 7.5cm (3.00″) |
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| Unboxed Weight | 1.3Kg (2.13lbs) |
| Power | 19V DC |
| Tests Performed | Heater filament test: Short circuit, Heater filament test: Open circuit, Heater filament test: Tolerance check, Heater cathode insulation: Leakage, Heater cathode insulation: Short Circuit, Tests for heater current abnormalities, Amplification factor, Voltage gain, Power gain, Screen grid test, Mutual conductance test, Dual test for double triodes, Emission Inter electrode leakage, Inter electrode short circuit, Flash-over (arc detection, high voltage breakdown), Gas ionisation test |
| Valve Compatability | EL34/6CA7; EL34L; 6L6; 6V6/6v6GTA; KT66; KT77; KT88; 6550; 5881; EL84/6BQ5; ECC81/12AT7; ECC82/12AU7; ECC83/12AX7; ECC99; 12BH7 |
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