OR30
OR30
The Orange OR30 is a handcrafted British-made, single-channel 30-Watt all-valve amp that delivers the volume and tone you’d expect from a much larger rig. With its pioneering Bright switch, cross-line Presence control and integrated effects loop, it easily transitions from pristine cleans to rich overdrive. Want more intensity? Flip the footswitchable second volume for instant lead boost. Plus, Headroom/Bedroom power options lets you chase saturation without your neighbours calling the police. Whether on stage or in the studio, the OR30 combines classic Orange tone with smart modern features, making it one of the most versatile compact tube heads out there.
30 Watts of All-Valve Power
Three-Position Bright Switch
Footswitchable Volume Boost
Cross-Line Presence Control
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Built in the UK with top-tier components, the OR30 punches way above its 30 W rating, often matching the output of 100 W heads in studio tests. It runs on EL‑84 power tubes with a cathode-biased design and tube rectifier for touch-sensitive response and natural sag. Control is intuitive: the Bright switch offers three distinct treble voicings, from pedal‑platform neutrality to fine shimmer and full-on bite, making it a first in Orange history.
The cross-line Presence ensures consistent tonal lift at any volume level, even at low power. With a footswitchable secondary volume control, you can toggle between rhythm and lead instantly. And for quieter sessions, flip to Bedroom mode (2 W) yet still enjoy saturated tone. A buffered FX loop makes it pedalboard-friendly, too. In essence, OR30 blends vintage tube character with modern precision and cutting-edge tech.
Bright switch
Unique across the Orange range, the three-position Bright switch gives you instant treble shaping: left for subtle sparkle, centre for neutral platform, right for bold, broad high‑end focus that cuts through the mix. It complements gain and EQ settings beautifully—whether you’re dialing in shimmering cleans or high‑gain leads—adding sculptable treble range without altering tone stack response. This tonal tool elevates the OR30 beyond your typical 30 W head, giving you dynamic control and reactive presence in any playing situation.
Footswitchable volume boost
Despite being a one-channel amp, the OR30 brilliantly includes a secondary volume circuit activated via footswitch. It lets you set two independent output levels—ideal for rhythm versus lead—or simply hit the stomp for an instant tonal boost without changing your gain, EQ or playing style. This allows expressive dynamic control in live or studio settings, all while keeping your core sound intact. It’s a clever way to get multi-channel feel with analogue simplicity.
Cross‑line Presence
The OR30’s uniquely engineered cross-line Presence control works at any volume setting—unlike traditional feedback Presence, which only impacts high output thresholds. Whether you’re in full 30 W mode or quiet 2 W Bedroom mode, turning the Presence knob gives consistent clarity and harmonic lift throughout the signal chain. This feature ensures that even at lower volumes your tone retains definition, articulation and the energy that makes Orange amps sound alive.
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