Tone King Imperial MK II Head TRQ
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Tone King
Imperial MK II Head TRQ
Product Info
Article Number:
465787
Brand:
Tone King
Model:
Imperial MK II Head TRQ
Category:
Tube Guitar Heads
Price:
$2,858.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Imperial MK II TRQ is a beautifully voiced amp, perfect for players chasing that late-'60s British tone. The attenuator makes it surprisingly versatile for smaller venues, and the build quality feels rock-solid. If you’re after a boutique amp with serious mojo and don’t need stadium volume, this is a fantastic choice.
Product Description
- Tone King Imperial MK II Head TRQ
- Tube Amp Head for Electric Guitar
- 2 Channels
- Power: 20 watts
- Integrated Ironman II Compensated Power Attenuator for excellent sound at any volume (down to -36 dB)
- Reactive-Load technology preserves the feel and response of your guitar amp
- Preamp tubes: 3x 12AX7A
- Power amp tubes: 2x 6V6
- Rectifier tube: 5AR4
- Reverb driver tube: 12AT7
- Reverb receiver tube: 12AX7A
- Rhythm channel controls: Vol
- Treb
- Bass
- Lead channel controls: Vol
- Tone
- Mid-Bite
- Reverb
- Tremolo Speed ​​& Depth
- Attenuator: Attenuation Level
- Switch: Channel selector switch (switchable by front or foot switch)
- Power On / Off
- Standby
- Rhythm Ch. Attenuator Bypass & HF Compensation
- Effects: Tubes Spring Reverb
- Bias Modulated tremolo
- Speaker outputs: 8 - 16 ohms (6.3 mm jack)
- Input: 6.3 mm jack
- Hi Footswitch input: 6.3 mm stereo jack
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 572 x 229 x 267 mm
- Weight: 11.3 kg
- Colour: Turquoise
- Includes 2-way footswitch (channel
- tremolo)
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Ironman II attenuator delivers cranked amp tones at manageable volumes
- • 3x12AX7 preamp section provides rich, harmonically complex overdrive
- • 5AR4 rectifier contributes to a smoother, more responsive feel
- • Tremolo circuit offers classic, nuanced modulation – not just a basic chop
CONS
- • 20 watts limits headroom for very loud stage environments, though attenuator helps
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many guitarists
- • Limited tonal versatility; excels in classic rock/blues, less suited for extreme genres
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
20
Tubes
3x 12AX7A (Preamp), 2x 6V6 (Power), 5AR4 (Rectifier), 12AT7 (Reverb Driver), 12AX7A (Reverb Receiver)
Channels
2 (Rhythm & Lead)
Effects
Spring Reverb, Bias Modulated Tremolo
Speaker Output
8 - 16 ohms (6.3 mm jack)
Weight
Approximately 38 lbs (based on similar Tone King models)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Ironman II preserves the amp's character even at lower volumes, but you’ll lose some of the very high-end sizzle you’d get from a full stack – it’s a trade-off for volume control.
It’s a standard-sized spring reverb tank, making replacement fairly straightforward for a qualified tech, though finding exact matches might require some searching.
HF Compensation brightens the lead channel, helping it cut through a mix and preventing muddiness – useful if you’re using darker-sounding pickups.
