{"product_id":"s20v-22w-handwired-2-channel-head-cab","title":"S20V | 22W Handwired 2-Channel Head \u0026 Cab T1012","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll the tweed-era tone. None of the compromises.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe S20V delivers the warm, gritty American sounds that made the 1950s the golden age of amplification—but designed for how you actually play today. Handwired point-to-point in Asheville, North Carolina, this is an American-made tube guitar amp built for working musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoicing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Marla S20V is my take on all the best Tweed Era sounds compacted into one gig-worthy combo. Think 5E3 - 5F6A DNA with modern refinements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAt first glance, it looks much like the old Tweed Deluxe. But that's where the similarity ends. Unlike a typical tweed deluxe, the S20V gives you more clean headroom and drastically less compression at low volumes. That means sparkling cleans that stay clean until you decide to push it, and a pedal platform that plays nice with everything on your board. If you're looking for a Fender alternative with real boutique quality, this is it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTwo independently-voiced channels, each with high and low sensitivity inputs, give you a wide variety of jumping-off points for your signature sound. The channels run separate signal paths, so jump them with an ABY or jumper cable to blend both worlds. Jumping the channels creates a sensational amount of midrange overdrive and top-end sizzling distortion—the kind of harmonic complexity that made those old Fender circuits legendary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel One — Bright \u0026amp; Bassy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA loose, open feel that reminds me of a 5D5 Pro Amp mixed with a '59 5F6-A bright channel. Extended low-pass cutoff like a Bassman, but paired with a 12\" Greenback-style speaker that brings enhanced low end—much like the old Pro Amps delivered. A modest bright cap adds just enough crispness for cut and clarity. This is your channel for single coils and rhythm work. Perfect for blues, country, and classic rock tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Two — Tight \u0026amp; Narrow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eVoiced like a Princeton, but with a wider-than-average tone sweep that can cut well beyond typical high-end frequencies. More control over your sound when you need it. Great for sparkly cleans, humbuckers, and sculpting lead tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Speaker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Anthem 10\u0026amp;12 give you more than just Tween era goodness. The tight midrange from the 10\" and the bottom end from the 12\" Anthem generate a massive amount of harmonic content and ensure every bit of your S20V is being represented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube Layout\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShips with JJ 12AX7s for pre-amp and phase inverter, JJ 6V6GTs in the power section (fixed bias—plug and play), and a JJ GZ34 rectifier for high plate voltages and low sag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWant a tamer sound with less top-end hair on the overdrive? Swap in a 5U4GB rectifier to drop the voltages for a more modern, compressed character without losing notable power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Cabinet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e34\" x 20\" x 9\" solid pine. The oversized cab produces robust low end, the solid pine keeps top end pronounced, and the semi-open sides makes notes feel more resonant than anticipated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHand-stained with polyurethane finish to handle the elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInput Voltage: 120V\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOhm Rating: 4, 8, \u0026amp; 16ohm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePower Output: ~22 Watts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInputs: Channel 1 - High \u0026amp; Low Sensitivity \/ Channel 2 - High \u0026amp; Low Sensitivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eControls: Channel 1 Volume, Channel 2 Volume, Channel 2 Tone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTubes: (2) 12AX7, (2) 6V6GT, GZ34\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSpeaker: Mojotone 10\" \u0026amp;12\" Anthem\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComponents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOrange Drop 715 Series caps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSozo NexGen Yellow Mustard coupling caps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSozo NexGen Blue Molded coupling caps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMetal film resistors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMetal oxide resistors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMojotone KingCap filtering caps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHammond 290 Series power transformer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHammond 1750 Series output transformer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSwitchcraft jacks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAlpha pots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMarla Speaker Cabs and Chassis are also Made in North Carolina\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marla Amplification","offers":[{"title":"Any Finish - Email for Color Requests","offer_id":53464421892403,"sku":null,"price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0852\/5784\/7091\/files\/IMG_9247.heic?v=1781112153","url":"https:\/\/marlaamplification.com\/products\/s20v-22w-handwired-2-channel-head-cab","provider":"Marla Amplification","version":"1.0","type":"link"}