Koch Amps Classictone II Combo

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Koch Amps Classictone II Combo

Koch Amps

Classictone II Combo

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 607010
Model: Classictone II Combo
Price: $1,622.50

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The Classictone II is a seriously impressive amp—a real sleeper hit. It nails that vintage British amp vibe, particularly suited for blues, classic rock, and even lighter jazz tones. The clean channel is sparkling, and the overdrive channels offer a beautifully compressed, responsive feel – perfect for players seeking authentic, touch-sensitive tube tone.

Product Description

  • Koch Amps Classictone II Combo
  • All-Tube Combo for Electric Guitar
  • Class A
  • Power: 20 Watt
  • Equipped with specially developed VG12-60 12’ Koch speaker
  • Power amp tubes: 2 x EL84
  • Preamp tubes: 3 x 12AX7
  • 3 Channels: Clean
  • Overdrive and Overdrive Boost footswitchable
  • Passive bass-mid-treble control
  • Speaker outputs: 4
  • 8 and 16 Ohm
  • On/off switch of the loudspeaker
  • Serial effect loop: 10 dBV signal level
  • Balanced recording output with speaker simulation
  • Spring reverb with long scale
  • 3 Master volume settings: Home
  • Studio
  • Stage
  • Colour: Brown Tolex
  • Includes 2-way foot switch
PROS
  • • VG12-60 speaker delivers a surprisingly tight, focused low-end
  • • 3x12AX7 preamp provides exceptional dynamic range and clarity
  • • Class A design offers a warm, organic tube saturation
  • • Master volume settings allow for bedroom to stage versatility
CONS
  • • Tolex covering, while durable, lacks the premium feel of a leatherette
  • • Limited gain headroom might not satisfy extreme high-gain players
  • • Relatively heavy for a 20-watt combo, hindering portability

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Key Features

Power (Watts) 20
Tubes 2 x EL84, 3 x 12AX7
Speaker Koch VG12-60, 12 in
Channels 3 (Clean, Overdrive, Overdrive Boost)
Effects Spring Reverb, Serial Effects Loop
Weight 44 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s warmer and darker than a Deluxe Reverb, with more immediate tube saturation and a tighter low-end. Think of it as a more British-flavored, slightly more aggressive alternative.
The reverb is a fixed spring reverb; it's well-voiced but doesn’t offer decay time adjustment. It’s a classic, subtle spring reverb, not a splashy, cavernous one.
Absolutely, the balanced recording output with speaker simulation is excellent for capturing a great tone. The speaker simulation provides a decent approximation of a 4x12 cabinet, useful for tracking.

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