Detail 01
4 x EL84 power tubes
The amp uses four EL84 power tubes.
Product detailSKU #1500000464673
Bad CatMod Shop Black Cat 30 30W 1x12 Guitar Combo Amp by Mark Sampson Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A limited-edition 30W, two-channel tube combo designed by Mark Sampson, pairing EL84 clean and overdrive voices with onboard reverb, bias-modulated tremolo, a buffered FX loop, and direct line out.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players seeking a 30W Class-A EL84 tube combo.
- Players who want separate clean and overdrive channels with independent gain and volume controls.
- Guitarists who want footswitchable reverb and tremolo.
- Players using external pedals or a cab sim, IR loader, or recording interface.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Buyers seeking a non-tube amplifier.
- Buyers seeking a head rather than a 1x12 combo.
- Buyers who require more than two channels.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
2 channels
Clean and overdrive channels each have independent gain and volume controls.
Detail 03
Buffered FX loop
The amp includes a fully buffered loop for external effects.
Detail 04
Direct line out
The amp can connect to a cab sim, IR loader, or recording interface.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is a 48 lb. 1x12 combo with a Baltic birch cabinet.
- 02The EQ is shared across both channels: bass, treble, and cut.
- 03The included 2-button footswitch selects channels and controls tremolo; reverb is described as footswitchable in the product description.
- 04Confirm that the available 4, 8, 16, 2 x 4, and 2 x 8-ohm speaker outputs suit your cabinet setup.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How many channels does the Black Cat 30 have?
It has two channels: clean and overdrive.
02Does it include onboard effects?
Yes. It includes studio-quality reverb and bias-modulated tremolo.
03What speaker is included?
A custom UK-made Celestion Bad Cat 12-inch speaker.
04Is there a direct output for recording equipment?
Yes. It has a direct line out for a cab sim, IR loader, or recording interface.
Reference
Full specifications
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