Product Description
Orion 50 Combo
It only gets better from here with the Achilles Amplification Orion 50!
Possesses the same qualities as its smaller sibling, with the exception of the EQ's additional presence and mid control. 40 watts of clean power into a compact 1x12 or 2x10 cabinet. Still offering authentic premium combination of vintage Californian amplifiers' distinctive qualities, tastefully distilled into a gorgeous package.
A well-balanced blend of a Blackface and Brownface preamp for a full bodied clean tone, followed by an enhanced 50's-style 6L6 power amp section for even more distinctive warm punch and full power fatness.
For greater tightness and top end clarity, this is counterbalanced by a stronger power supply that resembles a Super Reverb and has a solid state rectifier.
Add in a true 60’s style Tube Harmonic Pulse Tremolo (NOTHING has that whirling/flange effect!), with Reverb featuring a Dwell control to feed the Reverb into the signal.
Even more Speaker options than before, from the modern Jensen Raptor (an all rounder with full bodied lead tone and upper midrange) to the Blackbird P12/100 for unparalleled clarity and stunning dimension in the lows, mids, and highs for both driving and cleans).
Only available for the Orion 50 - 2x10 Combo, choose from the Jensen Falcon 40 (A clear, warm tone with a noticeable low end) or Jensen P10Q (Warm tones with a hint of bite in the middle)
Lastly, complete hardwired construction with USA-made custom-spec transformers and silver Teflon-coated wire guarantees the highest level of practicality.
The Orion 50 is a finely crafted blend of the hallmarks of a bygone period, so grab yourself a true masterpiece.
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Overview Hand-wired circuitry throughout. Output Power: 22 Watts (Half Power) 58 Watts (Full Power) Clean Output Power - 40 Watts Tube-Driven Harmonic Tremolo, Foot-switchable Spring Reverb Speakers: 1x12” Jensen Raptor 8Ω 100w Traditional Dovetail Joinery Cabinetry Hand-Signed Certificate with Production Number
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Standard Features Teflon Coated Silver Mil-Spec Wiring Throughout Custom Wound U.S.A Transformers Output Tubes: 2x 6L6 Preamp Tubes: 6x 12AX7 External Switching RCA Jack-Foot switch Included Cabinet Material: Premium Select Pine, Birch ply backs and speaker baffle Voicing: Clean/Breakup/Overdrive with Harmonic Tremolo and Reverb Black Panama Tolex covering with optional colours available, Please see our custom options page Aluminium Silk Screen Control Panels 60.5 x 26.5 x 45.5cm (23-7/8" x 10-1/2" x 18”) 22 kg (48.5 lb)
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Electronics FR4 Eyelet Boards to tolerate heat and noise Accutronics Spring Reverb Tank Optional Line Voltage with wall plug ready for your country Speaker Output Impedance: Switchable 4Ω, 8Ω, 16Ω Extension speaker output jack wired in parallel Channel Controls: EQ: Volume, Treble, Middle, Bass, Presence Reverb: Mix, Dwell Harmonic Tremolo: Speed, Intensity Adjustable Fixed Bias Brass Ground Plate All Tube Spring Reverb True Tube-Driven Harmonic Tremolo Circuitry Half Power: 25w - 50w Switch at Rear Organic True Bypass Series Effects Loop. No passive components involved, so your tone remains the same. Achillies Black Gold Capacitors (Made in Germany) Sprague Orange Drop Capacitors |
Optional Features Head and Combo Available A wide selection of tolex covering, grille cloths, and handle colours are available; for a complete list of all the possibilities, please see our customs options page. |
Speaker Descriptions:
Raptor - Warm, smooth, and powerful. Outstanding upper midrange definition. It has a smooth, rich-sounding lead tone when overdrive distortion is applied.
Tornado Stealth 100 - With each note sounding crisp and distinct, this speaker produces crystal-clear, pure tones that are accentuated by shimmering highs.
P12N No Bell - Colourful bell-like chime that, when exposed to overdrive distortion, changes into a gritty response.
Blackbird 12” 100 - Rich, thick low-end, dazzling highs, and a wonderfully warm, silky finish. Overdrive distortion is managed by highlighting vibrant details and being resilient even at extreme crunch.
Alnico Cream - Warm lows and a stunning bell-like chime emanate from the Cream as they provide a lovely, laid-back onslaught. Its organic and smooth mids are further enhanced by a fine-grained detail that gives the vocal range a high-definition feel.
Falcon 40 - A clear, warm tone with a noticeable bass end. It produces some harsh fuzz when overdrive distortion is applied.
P10Q - Warm tone with a little of bite in the middle frequencies that responds fiercely to distortion from overdrive.
