Orange Micro Dark Valve Hybrid Guitar Amp Head

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£149.00

Explore Orange Micro Dark Valve Hybrid Guitar Amp Head from Orange Amps, listed in Amps. Compare the current Gear4music listing and product details below.

Description

The Orange Micro Dark Valve Hybrid is an impressive micro amplifier from Orange which provides 20 watts of fierce high gain tone perfect for rock and metal guitarists. This compact and robust metal head boasts three simple controls including the unique shape feature for increased tonal control. Bursting with harmonic variety the Micro Dark is capable of producing a range of glorious valve tones whilst the solid-state output section allows connection to a range of 8/16ohm speaker cabinets. Also featuring a buffered effects loop headphone output with cabinet emulation and 12AX7 preamp valve – the Micro Dark is the perfect amp head for both beginners and established guitars in a live or studio setting.

About the manufacturer

Orange Amps

Orange Amplification is a British company founded in London in 1968 by Cliff Cooper, known worldwide for its distinctive orange tolex cabinets and bold, unmistakable tone. The brand has become a symbol of British rock sound, offering amplifiers that range from compact practice models to powerful stage and studio heads. Orange amps are celebrated for their rich mids, warm overdrive, and rugged reliability, making them a favourite among guitarists and bassists in genres from classic rock and punk to modern metal. With their iconic design and legendary sound, Orange remains one of the UK’s most recognisable and respected amplifier brands.

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