Description
The Foxgear HW-103 is a love letter to the legendary Hiwatt amps of the ‘70s — the same tone that helped shape David Gilmour’s iconic sound. Expect massive headroom, punchy dynamics and that pristine, neutral clean tone that makes it the ultimate pedal platform. Whether you’re rehearsing, gigging, recording or practicing at home, this amp pedal delivers uncompromising performance every time.
Analog Variable Cabinet Simulator (Varicab)
What really sets the HW-103 apart is its Varicab feature. This isn’t just another EQ tweak — it’s a fully analogue system that mimics the natural EQ curves of real speakers and microphones. With a simple twist of the knob, you can dial in the perfect sweet spot for your direct sound, making your XLR out feel like you’ve got a cab roaring behind you! Sweep from the massive thump of a 4×12” cab to the punchy presence of a 2×12”. Or tighten things up with a focused 1×12” for less low-end and more clarity.
Loads of control
Under the hood, you’ve got a classic tone stack inspired by the original Hiwatt design, a preamp level for shaping your tone, plus an amp level to control your output to a real guitar cab (100W @ 4Ω, 50W @ 8Ω, 25W @ 16Ω). Add in handy features like ground lift, standby and the option to bypass the cab sim for your favourite IRs, and you’ve got a seriously versatile amp that’s ready for any situation — all in a portable package.
Key Features
- Authentic Hiwatt-inspired tone: Get that legendary ‘70s clean sound with huge headroom and punch — perfect for pedals and dynamic playing.
- Analog Variable Cabinet Simulator (Varicab): Dial in a natural, cab-like tone when going direct, so your live or recorded sound feels just like the real thing.
- Gig-ready power & flexibility: 100W RMS at 4Ω (scales down for 8Ω and 16Ω) means you’ve got enough muscle for any stage, while staying versatile for home and studio use.
- Independent XLR out with level control: Send a balanced signal straight to a PA or interface with full control, avoiding ground loops and ensuring a clean, pro-level feed.
Specifications
- Power In: 30V DC, 4A (Positive Tip), PSU Included
- Power Out: 100W RMS @ 4 Ohm (Max 3% THD)
- XLR Out Impedance: < 20K Ohm
- Speaker Output Impedance: 4/8/16 Ohm
- S/N Ratio: < 90 db
- Length: 90 mm (3.5”)
- Height: 30 mm (1.2”)
- Width: 127 mm (5”)
- Weight: 0.5 kg (1 lb)
