Magnatone Baby M-80 Head Chrome Grape Billy Gibbons Collection

Magnatone Baby M-80 Head Chrome Grape Billy Gibbons Collection

Palen Music Center is thrilled to present the Magnatone Baby M-80 Head in the stunning Chrome Grape finish from the Billy Gibbons Collection. This compact yet powerful 12-watt tube amp head is designed to deliver a classic British-influenced crunch at any volume, making it an incredibly versatile tool for studio, stage, or home practice. The amp's exceptional tone is rooted in its unique tube complement and thoughtful circuit design, offering everything from robust cleans to richly saturated overdrive.

The construction of this special edition Baby M-80 head is a testament to Magnatone's commitment to quality and style, inspired by Billy Gibbons' love for hot rod cars and custom paint. The multi-step finishing process begins with 100% cotton fabric, embossed with a silver crocodile texture, and then hand-tinted to Gibbons' "Chrome Grape" taste with a nitro celluloid finish. This, combined with white piping and chrome hardware, ensures a head-turning aesthetic that matches its sonic prowess.

At its core, the Baby M-80 is built around a British-inspired tube amplifier circuit featuring a 3x 12AX7 preamp section. This classic foundation delivers exceptional clarity and dynamic response. What truly sets this amp apart is its power section, which utilizes a pair of NOS (New Old Stock) GE 6AQ5/6005 pentode tubes. These miniature tubes are smaller than traditional EL34s, contributing to the amp's portable size while still delivering a surprisingly full-bodied 12 watts of power. The 12AX7 preamp section offers both Lo and Hi gain modes, allowing for a wide spectrum of tones, from nuanced clean articulation to a chewy, saturated overdrive that begs to be pushed.

Highlights

• British-influenced 12-watt tube amplifier head

• Unique Chrome Grape finish from the Billy Gibbons Collection

• Two independent modes: LO and HI gain

• NOS GE 6AQ5/6005 tubes for reliable power and vintage tone

• Master volume and tube-buffered effects loop

Specifications

• Tube Complement: (3) 12AX7, (2) 6AQ5/6005

• Power: 12 watts RMS 5%THD

• Input: High impedance 1 Megaohm input

• Gain Select: LO or HI gain mode

• Impedance: 8 or 16 ohms

• Additional Features: Backlit logo, Effects Loop

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