Carr Super Bee 10-Watt 1x12 Combo Amp - Two-Tone Tweed and Black

Carr Super Bee 10-Watt 1x12 Combo Amp - Two-Tone Tweed and Black

The Carr Super Bee is a masterful reimagining of the legendary Fullerton-made Blackface 4x10 Super Reverb sound, distilled into a portable, venue-friendly format that fits perfectly on modern stages. Designed for players who demand that iconic scooped chime, stinging roar, and edge-of-breakup twang, this amp delivers pure, old-school inspiration with new-school usability. At Palen Music Center, we are particularly impressed by the "Sting" switch, which reconfigures the amp’s voice across three distinct eras: the crystalline, scooped shimmer of '64; the pushed, biting meatiness of '68; and the gain-heavy, mid-forward lead tones of '72. It is a versatile tonal palette that requires no channel switching or effects loops—just pure, touch-sensitive tube dynamics.

The magic of the Super Bee’s circuit lies in its unique power section. Utilizing a pair of current-production 6BM8 output tubes, the amp achieves a rich, bold, and articulate tone remarkably reminiscent of classic 6L6GC bottles, but at a manageable 10 watts. This allows you to push the amp into succulent, output-tube-driven overdrive and harmonically saturated bloom at volumes that won't get you fired by the sound engineer. The inclusion of an EZ81 tube rectifier adds a lively, bouncy response under your fingers, enhancing the vintage feel. When you need to practice at home, the built-in attenuator scales the power from 2 watts down to a whisper without sacrificing tone.

Hand-wired in the USA with Carr’s legendary point-to-point construction, the Super Bee is built to last a lifetime. Every component is selected for high-end performance, ensuring a low noise floor and three-dimensional clarity. This specific 1x12 combo is loaded with the Carr Valiant speaker to maximize the amp's projection and depth. Wrapped in a stunning Two-Tone Tweed and Black cabinet, this is truly a "Fullerton-killer" that you can actually carry to the gig.

Highlights

• Delivers authentic Blackface Super Reverb-style tones in a compact, portable package.

• Features a "Sting" switch with three distinct voicings ('64, '68, and '72) for versatile EQ and gain structuring.

• Powered by 6BM8 output tubes for big-bottle 6L6 tone at a club-friendly 10 watts.

• Includes a built-in attenuator to drop power from 2 watts down to zero for silent practice.

• Meticulous point-to-point hand-wired construction with a tube-driven spring reverb and EZ81 rectifier for organic feel.

Specifications

• Type: Tube Combo

• Number of Channels: One

• Total Power: 10 Watts (Attenuated from 2 to 0)

• Speaker: 1 x 12" Carr Valiant

• Preamp Tubes: 2 x 12AX7, 1 x 12AT7

• Power Tubes: 2 x 6BM8 (ECL82)

• Rectifier: 1 x EZ81 (6CA4)

• Reverb: Yes, All-tube spring reverb

• EQ: Treble, Mid, Bass

• Controls: Volume, Treble, Mid, Bass, Reverb, Attenuator, Sting Switch

• Inputs: 1 x 1/4"

• Outputs: 1 x 1/4" (8-ohm speaker out)

• Construction Material: Solid Pine Cabinet with Two-Tone Tweed and Black finish

• Power Source: Standard IEC AC cable

• Height: 17.5"

• Width: 21"

• Depth: 9"

• Weight: 40 lbs.

Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!