Tone King Gremlin TRQ
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Tone King
Gremlin TRQ
Product Info
Article Number:
429101
Brand:
Tone King
Model:
Gremlin TRQ
Category:
Tube Guitar Combos
Price:
$1,626.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Gremlin TRQ is a seriously fun little amp. It nails that classic Blackface/Tweed vibe at manageable volumes, thanks to the KT66 and the Ironman attenuator. Ideal for players wanting a vintage amp tone for home practice or small gigs, without needing to crank it to ear-splitting levels.
Product Description
- Tone King Gremlin TRQ
- Tubes Combo for E-Guitar
- 1 Channel
- Power: 5 Watt
- Equipment: 1x 12" Custom-voiced Celestion 870 speaker
- Offers turned up Blackface or Tweed guitars sound at a reduced volume
- Lead and rhythm input
- which can be bridged with A/B/Y foot switch (not included)
- Integrated Ironman II attenuator with reactive load that responds to signal and volume input
- Preamp tubes: 2x 12AX7
- Power stage tubes: 1x KT66
- Housing construction: Open regulator
- Controller: Volume - tone - attenuation
- Switch: Power on/off
- Connectors: Rhythm & lead input (6.3 mm jack) - line out (6.3 mm jack)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 483 x 254 x 432 mm
- Weight: 12.7 kg
- Colour: Turquoise
- Made in USA
PROS
- • KT66 tube provides a warm, powerful, and dynamic overdrive character.
- • Celestion 870 speaker delivers a focused, articulate vintage tone.
- • Ironman II attenuator offers excellent volume control without sacrificing tone.
- • Open regulator design contributes to a responsive and lively feel.
CONS
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to multi-channel amps.
- • Turquoise finish might not appeal to all players’ aesthetic preferences.
- • Relatively heavy for a 5-watt combo, impacting portability.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
5
Tubes
2x 12AX7 preamp, 1x KT66 power
Speaker
1x 12 in Celestion 870
Channels
2 (Rhythm & Lead)
Effects
None (Line Out for external effects)
Weight
12.7 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
It maintains surprising clarity and fullness, avoiding the ‘squashed’ sound often associated with attenuators – it’s quite reactive.
It’s more of a gain boost than a completely different voicing; the lead channel adds a noticeable grit and sustain for more aggressive playing.
It excels at blues, rock, and classic rock tones, but can also handle cleaner sounds with careful volume and tone adjustments.
