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Best PRS Tube Guitar Heads 2025

Premium PRS tube guitar heads - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Blues For Classic Rock For Jazz For Vintage Tones For Professional Gigs For Studio Recording
BRANDS: Engl Marshall Hughes&Kettner Mesa Boogie Victory Amplifiers Friedman Evh Orange Harley Benton Soldano PRS Diezel Bugera Bad Cat Revv Peavey
PRS MT 100 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

PRS MT 100

by PRS
Classic Rock Blues Studio Recording
Key Feature:
• Dynamic playing response
✓ PROS
  • • Authentic tube saturation
  • • Professional sound quality
✗ CONS
  • • Requires tube maintenance
  • • Heat generation during use

PRS MT 100Tube Amplifier Head for Electric GuitarChannels: 3Power: 100 wattsPreamp tubes: 8 x 12AX7Power amp tubes: 4 x...

⭐ 4.5/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 579458
$1,924
Buy at Thomann View Details
PRS MT 15 Amp V2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

PRS MT 15 Amp V2

by PRS
Professional Gigs Studio Recording Blues
Key Feature:
• Authentic tube saturation
✓ PROS
  • • Authentic tube saturation
  • • Professional sound quality
✗ CONS
  • • Needs separate speaker cabinet
  • • Heat generation during use

PRS MT 15 Amp V2Tube Top for Electric GuitarMark Tremonti Signature ModelPower: 15 Wreducible to 7 WTwo...

⭐ 4.9/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 614848
$1,099
Buy at Thomann View Details
PRS Archon Classic 50 Head - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

PRS Archon Classic 50 Head

by PRS
Blues Studio Recording Vintage Tones
Key Feature:
• Classic vintage tone
✓ PROS
  • • Dynamic playing response
  • • Natural compression and warmth
✗ CONS
  • • Needs separate speaker cabinet
  • • Heavier than other options

PRS Archon Classic 50 HeadTube Amp Head for Electric GuitarPower: 50 W2 channelsVolume control for each channel3-band...

⭐ 4.6/5 (36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 614851
$1,176
Buy at Thomann View Details
PRS HDRX 100 Head - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

PRS HDRX 100 Head

by PRS
Vintage Tones Classic Rock Professional Gigs
Key Feature:
• Professional sound quality
✓ PROS
  • • Dynamic playing response
  • • Natural compression and warmth
✗ CONS
  • • Heat generation during use
  • • Requires tube maintenance

PRS HDRX 100 HeadElectric Guitar Amplifier2 ChannelsPower: 100 WattsTube configuration: 3x JJ ECC83S4x New Sensor...

⭐ 4.7/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 522968
$2,694
Buy at Thomann View Details
PRS MT 15 Amp - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

PRS MT 15 Amp

by PRS
Classic Rock Studio Recording Professional Gigs
Key Feature:
• Authentic tube saturation
✓ PROS
  • • Dynamic playing response
  • • Professional sound quality
✗ CONS
  • • Heat generation during use
  • • Heavier than other options

PRS MT 15 AmpAmp Head for Electric GuitarMark Tremonti (Alter Bridge) Signature modelTwo channels: Clean and GainPower:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 431522
$658
Buy at Thomann View Details
PRS HDRX 20 Head - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

PRS HDRX 20 Head

by PRS
Jazz Studio Recording Professional Gigs
Key Feature:
• Authentic tube saturation
✓ PROS
  • • Dynamic playing response
  • • Professional sound quality
✗ CONS
  • • Needs separate speaker cabinet
  • • Requires tube maintenance

PRS HDRX 20 HeadAmp Head for Electric Guitar2 ChannelsPower: 20 wattsControls: Volume per channel (Treble and...

⭐ 4.5/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 552850
$802
Buy at Thomann View Details
PRS DGT 15 Head - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

PRS DGT 15 Head

by PRS
Jazz Studio Recording Vintage Tones
Key Feature:
• Authentic tube saturation
✓ PROS
  • • Classic vintage tone
  • • Dynamic playing response
✗ CONS
  • • Heat generation during use
  • • More expensive than solid-state

PRS DGT 15 HeadAll Tube Amp Head for Electric GuitarChannels: 1Power: 15 WattPreamp tubes: 3x 12AX71x 12AT7Power amp...

⭐ 4.6/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 591769
$1,208
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Tube Guitar Heads

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced tube guitar heads typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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