Tone King Gremlin CR

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Tone King Gremlin CR

Tone King

Gremlin CR

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 465493
Model: Gremlin CR
Price: $1,757.80

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The Gremlin CR is a seriously cool little amp. It nails that Blackface/Tweed vibe with a KT66 tube giving it some serious punch, and the attenuator lets you crank it loud without blowing out your ears. It's ideal for players wanting a focused, high-quality amp for recording, practice, or intimate gigs.

Product Description

  • Tone King Gremlin CR
  • Tube Combo for Electric Guitar
  • Offers turned up Blackface- or Tweed guitars sounds at reduced volume
  • Inputs can be bridged with an optional A/B/Y foot-switch (not included)
  • Bbuilt-in Ironman II attenuator with one Reactive Load
  • Channels: 1
  • Power: 5 Watt
  • Preamp tubes: 2x 12AX7
  • Power stage tubes: 1x KT66
  • Loudspeaker equipment: 1x 12" Custom-voiced Celestion 870
  • Open housing
  • Controllers: Volume
  • Tone
  • Attenuation
  • Switch: Power On/Off
  • Rhythm & Lead input: 6.3 mm Jack
  • Line output: 6.3 mm Jack
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 483 x 254 x 432 mm
  • Weight: 12.7 kg
  • Colour: Cream
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • KT66 power tube delivers a creamy, responsive overdrive character.
  • • Ironman II attenuator provides genuine high-volume tube tone at manageable levels.
  • • Custom Celestion 870 speaker offers a balanced, articulate voicing.
  • • Open-back design enhances natural amp breathing and tonal complexity.
CONS
  • • Single channel limits tonal flexibility for players needing extensive voicing options.
  • • Cream finish, while classic, can be prone to showing fingerprints and grime.
  • • Relatively heavy for a combo amp, limiting portability.

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Key Features

Power (Watts) 5
Tubes 2x 12AX7 preamp, 1x KT66 power
Speaker 1x 12 in Celestion 870
Channels 1
Effects Line output (effects loop absent)
Weight 12.7 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The attenuator softens the high-end and adds a pleasing compression, creating a warmer, more saturated tone while still retaining the amp's core character.
While single-channel, the amp’s design allows for a good range of tones via volume and tone controls, but players needing drastic tonal shifts may find it limiting.
The 870 leans towards a more balanced and articulate response than some of Celestion's hotter speakers, offering a clearer, more defined sound with good mid-range presence.

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