Peavey 6505 1992 Original Head
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Peavey
6505 1992 Original Head
Product Info
Article Number:
617031
Brand:
Peavey
Model:
6505 1992 Original Head
Category:
Tube Guitar Heads
Price:
$1,494.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 6505 from '92 is a beast – a genuine piece of Peavey history. It’s got that raw, aggressive high-gain tone that defined a generation of rock and metal. If you're chasing that early 90s saturated sound and don’t mind a little weight, this head delivers serious power and attitude.
Product Description
- Peavey 6505 1992 Original Head
- Tube Amp Head for Electric Guitar
- Power: 120 W RMS
- 2 Channels
- Tube configuration: 5 x 12AX7 (preamp) and 4 x 6L6GC (power amp)
- Impedance: 16
- or 4 Ohm (switchable)
- Shared 3-band EQ
- Pre-gain and post-gain per channel
- Presence and resonance control
- Crunch switch and Bright switch in the rhythm channel
- ‘Chicken Head’ control knobs
- FX loop: Send and Return
- Preamp output
- Speaker outputs
- Includes 2-way footswitch for channel and effect path switching
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Classic high-gain tone, a staple for modern metal and hard rock.
- • Robust build quality with Peavey's signature durable chassis.
- • Versatile preamp output allows for direct recording or cabinet simulation.
- • The 'Chicken Head' knobs offer intuitive and immediate control adjustments.
CONS
- • Heavy, expect a significant lift – definitely a two-person job.
- • Shared EQ can limit precise tone shaping across both channels.
- • Limited clean headroom; excels at crunch and high-gain sounds only.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
120 RMS
Tubes
5 x 12AX7 (preamp) & 4 x 6L6GC (power amp)
Channels
2
Effects
Send/Return FX Loop, Preamp Output
Speaker Output
16/8/4 Ohm Switchable
Weight
Approximately 55 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The '92 version lacks a dedicated clean channel; it's primarily focused on crunch and high-gain tones, offering a more raw and aggressive sound.
Replacing the 6L6s is relatively straightforward, but requires some basic tube amp maintenance knowledge and safety precautions.
Yes, the preamp output is ideal for use with power soak attenuators or direct recording, allowing you to control volume without sacrificing tone.
