Soldano SLO 30 Classic Head
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Soldano
SLO 30 Classic Head
Product Info
Article Number:
485757
Brand:
Soldano
Model:
SLO 30 Classic Head
Category:
Tube Guitar Heads
Price:
$3,297.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The SLO 30 Classic is a refined, smaller version of a legend. It nails that iconic Soldano tone – pristine cleans evolving into thick, responsive overdrive. This amp is perfect for players seeking a focused high-gain experience, especially those playing rock, hard rock, or needing a serious studio amp.
Product Description
- Soldano SLO 30 Classic Head
- Tube Amp Head for Electric Guitar
- Smaller version of the legendary Soldano SLO 100 high gain amplifier with a smaller housing and 30-watt power amplifier
- Ultra-transparent post master FX loop with return level
- Channel switch on the front
- Wth Soldano Depth Mod
- Channels: 2
- Power: 30 watts
- Preamp tubes: 5 x 12AX7
- Power tubes: 2x 6L6
- Controls: Ch 1 Gain
- Ch 1 Master
- Ch 2 Gain
- Ch 2 Master
- Bass
- Middle
- Treble
- Depth
- Presence
- Line Out Level
- Switches: Channel Switch
- Bright Switch
- Mode Switch (Clean / Crunch)
- Fx Loop On / Off
- Speaker outputs: 2x jack (4/8/16 ohm switchable)
- Transparent serial effects loop
- Made in the USA
- Includes footswitch
PROS
- • Exceptional clean headroom with a distinct Soldano sparkle
- • The Depth control adds nuanced, organic saturation
- • Classic Soldano high-gain channel delivers searing lead tones
- • Robust build quality with premium components ensures longevity
CONS
- • Premium-priced, a significant investment for most players
- • 30 watts can be loud, potentially overwhelming for smaller venues
- • Limited versatility compared to amps with more channels/voicing options
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
30
Tubes
5 x 12AX7 preamp tubes, 2 x 6L6 power tubes
Channels
2 (Clean/Crunch)
Effects
Transparent serial effects loop with level control
Speaker Output
2 x 4/8/16 ohm jacks
Weight
Approximately 36 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s remarkably similar tonally, but the SLO 30 is a bit more focused and compact, with slightly less headroom before the drive kicks in.
No, it’s a unique control that adds a dynamic, compressed saturation, simulating the feel of a tube preamp's saturation – it's more complex than a simple boost.
While technically possible, Soldano designs the amp specifically for 6L6s, and changing tubes can significantly alter the tone and potentially affect reliability – it's not recommended.
