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10 Best amplifier heads in Canada
Best Choice01OrangeOrange Amplifiers OR Series OR15H 15W Compact Tube Guitar Amp Head
Main highlights- 3-b EQ
- 15W Tube Guitar Head with Switchable Output to 7W
9.6Exceptional
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AmpegAmpeg Micro CL Stack 100-Watt Bass Amplifier Head with 2 x 10 Speaker Cabinet Set
Main highlights- Unbalanced line out
- Tone controls: Bass, mid, treble
- RMS power output: 100 watts @ 8 ohms
- Preamp: Solid-state
- Power amp: Solid-state
9.5Excellent
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- 03TC Electronic
TC Electronic Thrust BQ500 500 Watt Portable Bass Head with Mosfet Preamp and Thrust Compressor
Main highlights- Thrust compressor for ultimate punch and to capture every nuance of your playing
- High-voltage Mosfet preamplifier for authentic sound and feel of a tube amp
- Cutting-edge Class-D amplifier technology for incredible power and sonic performance
- Compact and lightweight design for ultimate portability
- 500 Watt portable micro bass head amplifier for stage and studio
9.4Excellent
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Value for Money04JOYOJOYO Zombie-II BanTamp XL Series Mini Amp Head 20W Hybrid Tube 2-Channel Guitar Amplifier with Bluetooth (No Sound, Need Extra Speaker)
15% OffMain highlights- Versatile High-Gain Platform & Clean Pedal Foundation: The ZOMBIE-II excels at lower gain settings and responds brilliantly to your favorite overdrive pedals, letting you push into higher gain with their unique character. Its high-gain structure pairs perfectly with a noise gate for tight, articulate heavy chords. Its pristine CLEAN channel is also an exceptional pedal platform, making it a flexible and portable companion for any situation.
- Hybrid Design & Studio-Grade Features: This hybrid amp head combines a genuine 12AX7 tube in the preamp with a solid-state power section for rich harmonics and reliable performance. The studio-grade FX loop lets you place time-based and modulation effects (delays, reverbs, choruses, flangers, phasers) after the drive stage, keeping your effects clean and defined.
- Channel Switching & Independent Control: The BanTamp XL series features a dedicated footswitch for channel switching and six knobs. This allows you to independently control both the CLEAN and DISTORTION channels, giving you precise command over each channel's Volume, Gain, and Tone for ultimate tonal flexibility.
- Bluetooth & Silent Practice Ready: The built-in Bluetooth connectivity makes it easy to stream backing tracks or lessons directly to the amp for practice. For quiet sessions, use the headphone output with its integrated speaker cabinet emulation to play anywhere without disturbing others.
- Big Amp Feel in a Mini Head: Don't let its size fool you. Once you start playing, the ZOMBIE-II delivers a rich, responsive tone that feels like a much larger amplifier. Its impressive 20W output is remarkably loud and dynamic, perfect for practice, recording, or small gigs.
9.1Excellent
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- 05JOYO
JOYO Jackman II BanTamp XL Series Mini Amp Head 20W Hybrid Tube 2-Channel Guitar Amplifier with Bluetooth (No Sound, Need Extra Speaker)
Main highlights- Versatile Clean Pedal Platform: The JACKMAN II’s pristine CLEAN channel is an excellent foundation for all your pedals, making this mini head a flexible and portable solution. Use a classic overdrive pedal to push it into singing high-gain territory, unlocking a wide range of tones for any situation where a full-sized rig isn't practical.
- Hybrid Tube Design & Professional FX Loop: This hybrid amp head combines the rich harmonics of a genuine 12AX7 preamp tube with the reliability of a solid-state power section. The professional FX loop lets you place time-based and modulation effects (delays, reverbs, choruses, flangers, phasers) after the drive stage, ensuring your effects remain clear and articulate.
- Classic Mid-Gain Drive & Dynamic Response: The JACKMAN II expertly captures that iconic mid-gain drive sound, reacting beautifully to your playing dynamics and guitar's volume knob. Like its classic inspiration, it’s a perfect platform that responds exceptionally well to being pushed with your favorite overdrive pedals.
- Channel Switching & Independent Control: The BanTamp XL series features a dedicated footswitch for channel switching and six knobs. This allows you to independently control both the CLEAN and DISTORTION channels, giving you precise command over each channel's Volume, Gain, and Tone for ultimate tonal flexibility.
- Bluetooth & Headphone Practice Features: Stream backing tracks or lessons wirelessly via Bluetooth for an immersive practice experience. Despite its compact size, the JACKMAN II delivers a powerful and loud 20W output. For silent practice, use the built-in headphone output with cabinet speaker emulation.
8.9Very Good
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- 06BOSS
BOSS Katana Head Gen 3 Guitar Amplifier | Compact 100-Watt Amp Head | Evolved Tube Logic Sound | 12 Amp Characters | Onboard BOSS Effects | Advanced Connectivity | Built-In 5-Inch Practice Speaker
Main highlights- With Katana Gen 3, the acclaimed BOSS stage amplifier series evolves to take your guitar ambitions to the next level
- Stage-ready 100-watt amp head with a built-in 5-inch practice speaker
- Six amp characters—including the newly developed Pushed type—plus a selectable variation for each
- New Tube Logic enhancements enrich the core platform with even greater sound, feel, and response, including an expressive Pushed amp character that edge-of-breakup fans will love
- Five independent effects sections: Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb
8.7Very Good
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- 07OriPure
OriPure 15W All Tube Guitar Amplifier Head OA-H15
Main highlights- 5. Convenient Controls: The amplifier head features easy-to-use controls including a single channel, 1 x 12AX7 (ECC83) preamp tube, 2 x EL84 power tube, along with knobs for volume, gain, high, middle, and low, and output jacks for 8Ω/16Ω.
- 4. Durable Aluminum Casing: The amplifier head is housed in a sturdy and stylish cast-aluminum casing, ensuring its durability and aesthetic appeal.
- 3.Pull-Push Output Stage: Two tubes are used to process the positive and negative signals separately. More clarity, later distortion, more power.
- 2. Handcrafted Output Transformer: The output transformer is handcrafted with a paper insulation process, which reduces stray capacitance and increases resonant frequency, leading to better high-frequency response and transparent sound. The use of Grain-Oriented Silicon Steel (35Z155-0.35) increases inductance and improves low-frequency performance.
- 1. Versatile Sound: The 15W Tube Guitar Amplifier Head features two preamp stages controlled by GAIN/VOLUME knobs, delivering clear tones to OverDrive sounds. With 1W/15W switch and high/medium/low EQ controls, it offers a wide range of sound customization for different needs.
8.5Good
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- 08OriPure
OriPure 5W All Tube Guitar Amplifier Head OAH-05
Main highlights- 5. Convenient Controls: The amplifier head features easy-to-use controls including a single channel, 1 x 12AX7 (ECC83) preamp tube, 1 x EL84 power tube, and 1 x 6Z4 rectifier tube, along with knobs for volume, gain, high, middle, and low, and output jacks for 8Ω/16Ω.
- 4. Durable Aluminum Casing: The amplifier head is housed in a sturdy and stylish cast-aluminum casing, ensuring its durability and aesthetic appeal.
- 3.Single-Ended Output Stage: All tubes works all the time, The tubes are always working, amplifying the full audio signal throughout. More of the original tonal character is retained, with earlier and warmer distortion.
- 2. Handcrafted Output Transformer: The output transformer is handcrafted with a paper insulation process, which reduces stray capacitance and increases resonant frequency, leading to better high-frequency response and transparent sound. The use of Grain-Oriented Silicon Steel (35Z155-0.35) increases inductance and improves low-frequency performance.
- 1. Versatile Sound: The 5W Tube Guitar Amplifier Head features two preamp stages controlled by GAIN/VOLUME knobs, delivering clear tones to OverDrive sounds. With BRIGHT/WARM switch and high/medium/low EQ controls, it offers a wide range of sound customization for different needs.
8.4Good
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- 09Soldano
SLO-MINI 30W Guitar Amp Head
Main highlights- Normal/Deep Voice
- Effects loop
- Crunch/Overdrive Switch
- 30-watt amplifier head with 3-band equalizer
8.3Good
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- 10BOSS
BOSS Katana Cabinet 212 | Speaker Cabinet for the Katana-Head Amplifier | Maximum Tonal Performance & Rugged Durability | Two Custom 12-Inch Speakers | Detachable Back Panel | 150-Watt Power Capacity
Main highlights- The versatile Katana Cabinet 212 is a companion cabinet for the popular Katana-Head guitar amplifier
- The cabinet comes loaded with two custom 12-inch speakers that deliver powerful, punchy sound with rich, full bottom end, offering exceptional performance for tones from super-clean to ultra-heavy
- Detachable back panel section for closed-back and open-back tones from one cab
- BOSS’s special design provides enhanced bass response and rugged durability while keeping the weight down for easy mobility
- Additional rubber feet for using in a vertical configuration
8.2Good
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