Stomp-Head 4.SL from Taurus Amps is a full featured hybird amplifier housed in a small and portable diecast stompbox.
This amplifier head turned stomp box showcases pure analog design in a compact and lightweight package.
At first glance, you might think that this is a Multi-Effects pedal, but upon closer inspection, you will find that Stomp-Head is actually a floor based amplifier. It has two channels – clean and lead, and has a power output of 70W RMS. It is designed in such a way where you can use it as a regular amp head on top of a cabinet or you can place it on the floor like a regular pedal.
Its most prominent feature is the integrated foot-switches – which allow you to change between channels, apply crunch, boost and mute. You also get immediate access to all the knobs and controls which makes for a more versatile and convenient way of setting up your rig.
The Taurus Stomp-Head 4.Silver Line is an analog guitar amplifier based on tube technology which shapes sound in both preamp and power amp sections. The power amp is a hybrid build of transistors and tubes. The design is based on the dynamics, compression and distortion characteristics of popular high end tube amps which can give you a clean, punchy or saturated sound.
Other features of this peculiar amp includes a serial effect loop, a line out with speaker cabinet simulator, and a power reduction switch which allows you to choose between 70 or 40 watts of power. This gives the amp the ability to reduce the loudness while still applying full force on the power stage side.
Here is a quick video demonstration of Stomp-Head’s sound and features:
The Stomp-Head 4.SL is currently being sold by authorized retailers at around $1000. For more information, you can visit Taurus Amps.
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