Bad Cat Black Cat 30R 1x12 Combo

$2,649.00

• 30 Watt Class A  (4 x EL84)
• Cathode biased
• Foot-switchable 12AX7 & EF86 channels
• Dedicated K Master® control for each channel
• Dedicated reverb control for each channel 
• 4, 8, 16 ohm impedance selector
• Spring reverb
• Effects loop

Overview:
The Black Cat 30R combines our legendary 12AX7 and EF86 top boost preamps with a classic British power section featuring four EL84 power tubes running in class A.  The 12AX7 channel goes from chimey 3D cleans to the perfect edge of breakup. The EF86 channel picks up where the 12AX7 leaves off with its complex low mids and increased harmonics capable of producing moderate to thick gain without any sacrifice in clarity. The EF86 channel can also be switched between the traditional bass and treble tone stack and the five-way tone selector which bypasses the tone stack with a selection of five tone caps for the purist at heart. Independent K Master and reverb controls  allow each channel to be set at any desirable gain and output level and the global cut control adjusts upper treble frequencies to accommodate for dark instruments or rooms.

Bad Cat Hot Cat 30R 1x12 Combo Amplifier

Sold Out $2,649.00

A little over ten years ago Bad Cat created the world's first Class A high gain amplifier, the Hot Cat 30. The same year it was introduced it received the coveted Editor's Pick Award. Within a few years it had worked its way up to second position in Guitar Player Magazine's list of the "Best Combos Ever Made!".  Just for fun we built a 100w Hot Cat to enter into their "100 Watt Showdown"... it won unanimously. There is truly something special about this original circuit. 

We started with the most hi-fidelity clean channel ever designed, gave it an interactive tonestack that can be tailored around anything from jangly single coils to thick humbuckers and paired it with the smoothest high gain channel imaginable. We gave this "hot" channel a sweepable mid control that allows it to produce a wide range of gain voicings. Independent K Master and reverb controls  allow each channel to be set at any desirable gain and output level and the global cut control adjusts upper treble frequencies to accommodate for dark instruments or rooms.

• 30 Watt Class A  (2 x EL34)
• Cathode biased
• Foot-switchable clean & hot channels
• Dedicated K Master® control for each channel
• Dedicated reverb control for each channel 
• 4, 8, 16 ohm impedance selector
• Spring reverb
• Effects loop

Reverb
We discovered a unique way to make our spring reverb sit perfectly in the mix without ever overpowering the instrument or stealing tone from the preamp. This approach produces studio grade reverb right through your loudspeaker.

Electronics
Power: 30 Watts
Channels: 2

Tubes
Power Tubes: 2 x EL34
Pre-Amp Channel 1: 12AX7
Pre-Amp Channel 2: 12AX7
Tone Stack Buffers: 12AX7
Reverb Send: 12AX7
Reverb Return: 12AX7
Phase Inverter: 12AX7 

Rectifier
GZ34

Speaker
Proprietary Bad Cat UK Celestion Speaker (8 ohms)

External Construction
Chassis: Welded Aircraft Aluminum  
Head Shell: Finger-Joined Italian Poplar   
Combo: Finger-Joined 11 Ply Baltic Birch 
Heavy Duty Leather Handle  
Powder Coated Steel Corners

Weights and Dimensions
112 Combo:   53 lbs, 24" W x 10.5" D x 18.5" H 

Bad Cat Hot Cat 30R Head

$2,449.00

• 30 Watt Class A  (2 x EL34)
• Cathode biased
• Foot-switchable clean & hot channels
• Dedicated K Master® control for each channel
• Dedicated reverb control for each channel 
• 4, 8, 16 ohm impedance selector
• Spring reverb
• Effects loop

Overview:
A little over ten years ago Bad Cat created the world's first Class A high gain amplifier, the Hot Cat 30. The same year it was introduced it received the coveted Editor's Pick Award. Within a few years it had worked its way up to second position in Guitar Player Magazine's list of the "Best Combos Ever Made!".  Just for fun we built a 100w Hot Cat to enter into their "100 Watt Showdown"... it won unanimously. There is truly something special about this original circuit. 

We started with the most hi-fidelity clean channel ever designed, gave it an interactive tonestack that can be tailored around anything from jangly single coils to thick humbuckers and paired it with the smoothest high gain channel imaginable. We gave this "hot" channel a sweepable mid control that allows it to produce a wide range of gain voicings. Independent K Master and reverb controls  allow each channel to be set at any desirable gain and output level and the global cut control adjusts upper treble frequencies to accommodate for dark instruments or rooms.

K Master®  Patent Pending: 
The K Master® circuit is a completely original approach to power amp management which simultaneously controls current, voltage, gain, harmonic clipping and signal amplitude at intricate variables at the turn of one knob. This groundbreaking analog circuitry can achieve any amount of gain at any desirable volume while keeping tone and touch response 100% intact. The K Master also allows the power tube section to achieve something never before possible. When turned beyond 2 o'clock on the dial it begins to push the power section into harmonic saturation independent of the where the preamp gain is set. Combine this function with the pre-amp set sparkling clean to achieve big clean tones that ooze with rich power tube harmonics.

Bad Cat Black Cat 30R Head

Sold Out $2,449.00

The Black Cat 30R combines our legendary 12AX7 and EF86 top boost preamps with a classic British power section featuring four EL84 power tubes running in class A.  The 12AX7 channel goes from chimey 3D cleans to the perfect edge of breakup. The EF86 channel picks up where the 12AX7 leaves off with its complex low mids and increased harmonics capable of producing moderate to thick gain without any sacrifice in clarity. The EF86 channel can also be switched between the traditional bass and treble tone stack and the five-way tone selector which bypasses the tone stack with a selection of five tone caps for the purist at heart. Independent K Master and reverb controls  allow each channel to be set at any desirable gain and output level and the global cut control adjusts upper treble frequencies to accommodate for dark instruments or rooms.

• 30 Watt Class A  (4 x EL84)
• Cathode biased
• Foot-switchable 12AX7 & EF86 channels
• Dedicated K Master® control for each channel
• Dedicated reverb control for each channel 
• 4, 8, 16 ohm impedance selector
• Spring reverb

K Master®  Patent Pending 
The K Master® circuit is a completely original approach to power amp management which simultaneously controls current, voltage, gain, harmonic clipping and signal amplitude at intricate variables at the turn of one knob. This groundbreaking analog circuitry can achieve any amount of gain at any desirable volume while keeping tone and touch response 100% intact. The K Master also allows the power tube section to achieve something never before possible. When turned beyond 2 o'clock on the dial it begins to push the power section into harmonic saturation independent of the where the preamp gain is set. Combine this function with the pre-amp set sparkling clean to achieve big clean tones that ooze with rich power tube harmonics.

Reverb
We discovered a unique way to make our spring reverb sit perfectly in the mix without ever overpowering the instrument or stealing tone from the preamp. This approach produces studio grade reverb right through your loudspeaker.

Electronics
Power: 30 Watts
Channels: 2

Tubes
Power Tubes: 2 x EL34
Pre-Amp Channel 1: 12AX7
Pre-Amp Channel 2: 12AX7
Tone Stack Buffers: 12AX7
Reverb Send: 12AX7
Reverb Return: 12AX7
Phase Inverter: 12AX7 

Rectifier
GZ34

Speaker
Proprietary Bad Cat UK Celestion Speaker (8 ohms)

External Construction
Chassis: Welded Aircraft Aluminum  
Head Shell: Finger-Joined Italian Poplar   
Combo: Finger-Joined 11 Ply Baltic Birch 
Heavy Duty Leather Handle  
Powder Coated Steel Corners

Weights and Dimensions
Head:              33 lbs, 21" W x 10.5" D x 10" H

Bad Cat Cub III Combo Lacquered Tweed

$2,399.99

• 15 Watt Class A  (2 x EL84)
• Cathode biased
• K Master® circuit
• Foot-switchable 12AX7 or EF86 pre-amp tubes
• Foot-switchable boost circuit  
• 4, 8, 16 ohm impedance selector
• Effects loop
• Limited Edition Lacquered Tweed Front Panel
• Limited Edition Lacquered Tweed Cabinet

Overview:
The Cub III 15 preserves the purity of the original Cub circuit while offering increased flexibility. This improved design offers the ability to select between a 12AX7 or EF86 pre-amp tube using the mini toggle on the faceplate or the included footswitch. This new feature offers far more gain and versatility than previous Cub models.

We also added a selectable tone stack boost in both modes to give this pure single channel amp four unique gain stages. It can achieve everything from the traditional Cub 12AX7 chime to complex EF86 gain tones that were unachievable on earlier versions of the Cub.

A two button footswitch  to select the EF86 or 12AX7 pre-amp tube and engage the boost is included. 

K Master®  Patent Pending:
The K Master® circuit is a completely original approach to power amp management which simultaneously controls current, voltage, gain, harmonic clipping and signal amplitude at intricate variables at the turn of one knob. This groundbreaking analog circuitry can achieve any amount of gain at any desirable volume while keeping tone and touch response 100% intact. The K Master also allows the power tube section to achieve something never before possible. When turned beyond 2 o'clock on the dial it begins to push the power section into harmonic saturation independent of the where the preamp gain is set. Combine this function with the pre-amp set sparkling clean to achieve big clean tones that ooze with rich power tube harmonics.

Electronics:
Power: 15 Watts
Channels: 1

Tubes:
Power Tubes: 2 x EL34
Pre-Amp Channel 1: 12AX7 and EF86
Tone Stack Buffer: 12AX7
Phase Inverter: 12AX7 

Rectifier:
GZ34

Speaker:
Proprietary Bad Cat UK Celestion Speaker (8 ohms)

External Construction:
Chassis: Welded Aircraft Aluminum  
Head Shell: Finger-Joined Italian Poplar   
Combo: Finger-Joined 11 Ply Baltic Birch 
Heavy Duty Leather Handle  
Powder Coated Steel Corners

Weights and Dimensions:
112 Combo:   53 lbs, 24" W x 10.5" D x 18.5" H

Bad Cat Player Series Classic Pro 20R 1x12 Combo Amplifier

Sold Out $1,499.00

The Classic Pro R is the 6V6 / 6L6 powered amplifier Bad Cat enthusiasts have been begging us to build for years. This blackface beauty is the latest addition to the USA Player Series. 

This Classic Pro is expertly hand-built by our team in our Southern California shop using the same components and materials as our point-to-point Legacy Series amps. 

Incorporating Bad Cat’s patented K Master circuit the amplifier offers big headroom, beautiful string to string note definition, incredible smooth break-up and rich harmonics. The American style punch and sparkle is here and yet we don’t comprise the Bad Cat signature sound.

Dual K Master volumes that can be selected via foot switch allows individually controllable rhythm and solo levels.  

• Welded, powder coated Aluminum Chassis
• Solid State Rectifier
• Grid Biased
• Digital reverb
• Hand-wound paper bobbin output transformers
• UK made proprietary Bad Cat celestion speaker
• One Button Foot switch for dual K Master rhythm/lead levels (included)

Front Panel (left to right)

• 1/4" Input - Volume - Treble - Bass – Reverb - K Master 1 – K Master 2

Rear Panel (left to right)

• Fuse-protected EIC Power Connection - Power & Standby Switches - Dual 1/4" Speaker Outputs
• Passive FX Loop (series) - 1/4" Footswitch Jack - 4/8/16 Ohm Selector.

Description

Single channel American voiced amp with reverb, passive FX loop, and two foot-switchable K Master volumes for rhythm/lead output levels. The amp will ship with 6V6’s for 20 watts of power but the amp will run at 35 watts with 6L6 tubes with a bias adjustment. 

Sound

Classic American tone first introduced during the mid 60's with the added headroom and refined response offered by custom hand wound transformers, premium components and short signal paths. Sparkling cleans with the ability to drive into smooth , harmonic rich overdrive. The patented K master circuit allows every tone the amp can produce at any volume level without compromise.  Adjustments to the bias circuitry allows the amplifier to operate on 6L6 or 6V6 power tubes.

Appearance

Combo: Signature Bad Cat aesthetics include black tolex upholstery over 11 ply Baltic birch finger-joined cabinetry, gloss powder-coated black metal corners, silver sparkle piping, variegated silver sparkle grill cloth, hand stitched heavy leather handle, black phenolic chicken head knobs, backlit Bad Cat logo, and Bad Cat’s proprietary UK-made Celestion speaker.

Bad Cat Player Series Cub III 40R 1x12 Combo Amplifier

Sold Out $1,499.00

The USA Player Series Cub 40R preserves the purity of the original Cub circuit while offering increased flexibility. The EL34 power section adds huge headroom, percussive lows and glassy highs to this classic circuit. This improved design offers the ability to select between a 12AX7 or EF86 pre-amp tube using the mini toggle on the faceplate or the included footswitch. This new feature offers far more gain and versatility than previous Cub models.

We also added a selectable tone stack boost in both modes to give this pure single channel amp four unique gain stages. It can achieve everything from the traditional Cub 12AX7 chime to complex EF86 gain tones that were unachievable on earlier versions of the Cub.

A two button footswitch to select the EF86 or 12AX7 pre-amp tube and engage the boost is included

• 40 Watt Class A  (2 x EL34)
• Cathode biased
• K Master® circuit
• Foot-switchable 12AX7 or EF86 pre-amp tubes
• Foot-switchable boost circuit  
• 4, 8, 16 ohm selector
• Studio grade plate reverb
• Effects loop

K Master®  Patent Pending 
The K Master® circuit is a completely original approach to power amp management which simultaneously controls current, voltage, gain, harmonic clipping and signal amplitude at intricate variables at the turn of one knob. This groundbreaking analog circuitry can achieve any amount of gain at any desirable volume while keeping tone and touch response 100% intact. The K Master also allows the power tube section to achieve something never before possible. When turned beyond 2 o'clock on the dial it begins to push the power section into harmonic saturation independent of the where the preamp gain is set. Combine this function with the pre-amp set sparkling clean to achieve big clean tones that ooze with rich power tube harmonics.

Reverb                                                                                                                            We discovered a unique way to make our reverb sit perfectly in the mix without ever overpowering the instrument or stealing tone from the preamp. This approach produces studio grade reverb right through your loudspeaker.

Electronics
Power: 40 Watts
Channels: 1

Tubes
Power Tubes: 2 x EL34
Pre-Amp Channel 1: 12AX7 and EF86
Tone Stack Buffer: 12AX7
Phase Inverter: 12AX7 

Rectifier                                                                                                                         Solid State

Speaker
Proprietary Bad Cat UK Celestion Speaker (8 ohms)

External Construction
Chassis: Welded Aircraft Aluminum  
Head Shell: Finger-Joined Italian Poplar   
Combo: Finger-Joined 11 Ply Baltic Birch 
Heavy Duty Leather Handle  
Powder Coated Steel Corners

Weights and Dimensions
112 Combo:   48 lbs, 24" W x 10.5" D x 18.5" H

Bad Cat Player Series Cub III 15R 1x12 Combo Amplifier

Sold Out $1,399.00

The USA Player Series Cub 15R preserves the purity of the original Cub circuit while offering increased flexibility. This improved design offers the ability to select between a 12AX7 or EF86 pre-amp tube using the mini toggle on the faceplate or the included footswitch. This new feature offers far more gain and versatility than previous Cub models.

We also added a selectable tone stack boost in both modes to give this pure single channel amp four unique gain stages. It can achieve everything from the traditional Cub 12AX7 chime to complex EF86 gain tones that were unachievable on earlier versions of the Cub.

A two button footswitch to select the EF86 or 12AX7 pre-amp tube and engage the boost is included. 

• 15 Watt Class A  (2 x EL84)
• Cathode biased
• K Master® circuit
• Foot-switchable 12AX7 or EF86 pre-amp tubes
• Foot-switchable boost circuit  
• 4, 8, 16 ohm selector
• Studio grade plate reverb
• Effects loop   

K Master®  Patent Pending                                                                                           The K Master® circuit is a completely original approach to power amp management which simultaneously controls current, voltage, gain, harmonic clipping and signal amplitude at intricate variables at the turn of one knob. This groundbreaking analog circuitry can achieve any amount of gain at any desirable volume while keeping tone and touch response 100% intact. The K Master also allows the power tube section to achieve something never before possible. When turned beyond 2 o'clock on the dial it begins to push the power section into harmonic saturation independent of the where the preamp gain is set. Combine this function with the pre-amp set sparkling clean to achieve big clean tones that ooze with rich power tube harmonics.

Reverb                                                                                                                            We discovered a unique way to make our reverb sit perfectly in the mix without ever overpowering the instrument or stealing tone from the preamp. This approach produces studio grade reverb right through your loudspeaker.

Electronics                                                                                                                Power: 15 Watts
Channels: 1

Tubes                                                                                                                          Power Tubes: 2 x EL84
Pre-Amp Channel 1: 12AX7 and EF86
Tone Stack Buffer: 12AX7
Phase Inverter: 12AX7

Rectifier                                                                                                                        Solid State

Speaker                                                                                                               Proprietary Bad Cat UK Celestion Speaker (8 ohms)

External Construction
Chassis: Welded Aircraft Aluminum  
Head Shell: Finger-Joined Italian Poplar   
Combo: Finger-Joined 11 Ply Baltic Birch 
Heavy Duty Leather Handle  
Powder Coated Steel Corners

Weight and Dimensions
112 Combo:   48 lbs, 24" W x 10.5" D x 18.5" H

Bad Cat 2x12 Standard Extension Cabinet

Sold Out $799.00

Bad Cat Standard Extension Cabinet 2x12
Open Back

Height: 20", Width 27", Depth 10.5"

Speaker
2x 8 ohm Bad Cat Proprietary UK Celestion Speakers wired in parallel at 4 ohms

Construction
Cabinet Material: Finger-Joined 11 Ply Baltic Birch
Handle: Heavy Duty Hand-Stiched Leather
Corners: Powder Coated Steel

Bad Cat 1x12 Standard Extension Cabinet

Sold Out $579.00

Bad Cat Standard Extension Cabinet 1x12"
Open Back

Height: 18.5", Width 24", Depth 10.5"

Speaker
1x 8 ohm Bad Cat Proprietary UK Celestion Speaker

Construction
Cabinet Material: Finger-Joined 11 Ply Baltic Birch
Handle: Heavy Duty Hand-Stiched Leather
Corners: Powder Coated Steel

Bad Cat Unleash V2 Attenuator

$499.00

Unleash V2 Attenuator & Re-Amplifier

Much more than an attenuator... It's a re-amplifier!

As a working guitarist himself, company owner John Thompson knew that he was not alone in the need for a device that would allow him to play any gig at any volume through any wattage tube guitar amp. He also wanted to build something for guitarists that would enable them to rehearse, record or go direct on stage without a speaker if needed. And like most gigging guitarists, John thought it would be useful to have an external unit that added a lead boost and an effects loop to any amp...  but of course he wanted all of these functions in one small lightweight enclosure. Since there was nothing even remotely close to this Swiss army knife of solutions on the market he started from scratch. Two years, four engineers and a team of beta-testing pros later the ultimate re-amplifier/attenuator for the working guitarist was born. 

HERE'S HOW IT WORKS

The Unleash V2 converts the high voltage speaker output of any guitar amplifier up to 100 watts into a line level signal, sends it to our proprietary reactive load circuit that responds like a speaker and then into an ultra-transparent class D amplifier which allows any wattage amplifier to be adjusted between 1-100 watts without any change in dynamics or tone.

The re-amplified signal may then be sent through external speaker cabinets, the internal speaker(s) in a combo, and direct out to headphones or a recording console/ PA. Our reactive load on the input replicates the response of a loudspeaker to allow for safe silent operation when the silent switch is engaged or when no speakers are attached. The line out offers convincing speaker simulation into a PA, recording console or headphones.

The Unleash V2 also adds the following features to any guitar amp: two foot-switchable channels for rhythm and lead levels, dual speaker outputs to mix and match 4, 8 or 16 ohm speaker cabinets and a post-power-tube effects loop for pristine reverb, delays and modulation. 

FEATURES

• Two foot-switchable channels
• Effects Loop
• Reactive Load Input (patent pending). Pushes back like a real speaker so tube amps behave naturally and don't experience the strain of common load boxes and attenuators.
• Adjustable input impedance for 4, 8, 16 ohm guitar amplifiers
• Two speaker outputs with variable impedance to pair 4, 8, or 16 ohm loads
• Speaker phase switch
• Silent operation switch
• Error-proof circuit protection to guard against improper cable connection
• 1/4" line out and headphone jack with "Bad Cat Celestion" speaker simulation
• 1 to 100 watt output

RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS

• Re-amplify a low wattage amp into a 1-100 watt amp
• Attenuate a high wattage amp into a 1-100 watt amp
• Dial in the sweet spot on your tube amp at any volume while retaining tone and feel
• Run the master volume on your guitar amp wide open to maximize power tube harmonics
• Add foot-switchable rhythm & lead master levels to your amp
• Add an effects loop to your amp
• Turn a combo into a wet-dry rig by running 100% wet effects to an extension cab
• Safely use any tube amp at any gain level without a speaker
• Gig, record, or practice silently using the line out with speaker simulation
• Use the line out to a console in conjunction with your amplifier speaker adjusted to stage monitor level
• Cover a gig with just a head direct into the PA and sound like your playing through a mic'ed up cab