Classictone 20W Tubes top
What makes guitar amps from the past so sought after?
Could it be the looks? The sound? Or maybe it's both?
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When designing the new classic amplifiers, Koch certainly thought of both: the Koch Classictone II series! It's clear that some iconic tube amplifiers have been looked at, because the new series consists of four classic tube amplifiers equipped with EL84 power tubes for a warm sound with great overdrive.
 
Calling a new product a classic may seem a bit strong, but it's hard to deny that they've achieved that with these new 20 and 40 watt amplifiers.
The looks of this head version are certainly vintage and Koch has managed to recreate the sound of yesteryear in the combo and head models, both of which are available in a 20 watt and a 40 watt version. We opted for the 20 watt version. Handy for home and on stage, you can open the amp completely so that it comes into its own 100%.
 
Much of the classic sound comes from the EL84 power tubes that deliver a typically crystal clear, bell-like high. Overdriven, the tubes lean heavily towards a vintage British sound. This gives the Koch Classictone II series amplifiers the beautiful combination of a warm clean in combination with a heavy overdrive, complete with characteristic 'singing' overtones and a healthy dose of compression.
 
The front panel features a master volume setting, so you can fully enjoy tube compression whether you're at home, in the studio or on stage. The switch acts as an attenuator and with a precisely responsive equalizer spread across the three channels, the sound never becomes thick or muddy, no matter which setting is chosen.
 
What a masterful amp the Classictone II is and we invite you to come and test this amp! This combo is an asset to any guitarist.

KOCH KSC212 OB GS120 speaker cabinet
All combos and cabinets are equipped with Koch speakers as standard. The stack version that we offer has 2x 60watt speakers with open back and together with the top it is a match in heaven. In Koch's never-ending quest for perfection, they realized that not only the amplifier design, but also the speakers are an essential part of the total sound experience. There are currently three models: the VG12-90, the VG12-60 and the VG10-25. The VG12-60, used in these cabinets, is already known for its sweet tone, bell-like treble and stunning bass response. At low and high volumes, the VG12-60 excels in all musical styles. Our own design speakers fit perfectly with all our amplifiers. Color choice from Koch green, Brown or Black