Tone King Imperial Mk II TRQ

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Tone King Imperial Mk II TRQ

Tone King

Imperial Mk II TRQ

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 427058
Model: Imperial Mk II TRQ
Price: $3,518.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The Imperial Mk II TRQ is a seriously impressive little amp. The attenuator is a game-changer for apartment players wanting cranked amp tones, and the 6V6 power section delivers a warm, responsive feel. This is ideal for gigging guitarists who want a versatile, high-quality amp that doesn't require a massive rig.

Product Description

  • Tone King Imperial Mk II TRQ
  • Tube Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar
  • Built-in Ironman II compensated power attenuator (up to -36 dB)
  • Channels: 2
  • Power: 20 W
  • Preamp tubes: 3 x 12AX7A
  • Power amp tubes: 2 x 6V6
  • Equipped with: 1 x 12" Custom designed made by Eminence 8 Ohm Ceramic Magnet speaker
  • Attenuator features: Precisely tuned reactive load
  • Fletcher Munson volume compensation circuit
  • damping factor correction
  • 5AR4 rectifier tube
  • 12AT7 Reverb driver tube
  • 12AX7A Reverb receiver tube
  • Housing design: open
  • Rhythm channel control: Vol
  • Treble
  • Bass
  • Lead channel: Vol
  • Tone
  • Mid-Bite
  • Reverb
  • Tremolo speed and depth
  • Attenuation level control
  • Switches: Channel selector switch (switchable by front or foot switch)
  • power on / off
  • standby
  • Rhythm Ch
  • Attenuator bypass and HF compensation
  • Effects: Tube spring reverb
  • Input: 2x 6.3 mm jack
  • Speaker: 6.3 mm jack
  • Footswitch in: 6.3 mm stereo jack
  • Power connection (IEC socket)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H) 572 x 489 x 267 mm
  • Weight: 20 kg
  • Colour: Turquoise
  • Includes 2-way foot switch (channel
  • tremolo)
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Ironman II attenuator offers exceptional dynamic control at low volumes
  • • Eminence speaker delivers a surprisingly tight and articulate response
  • • 5AR4 rectifier provides a lush, harmonically rich tone
  • • Mid-Bite control sculpts aggressive lead tones with impressive precision
CONS
  • • Open-back design might not suit all studio environments or aesthetics
  • • 20 watts can still get loud, even with the attenuator engaged
  • • Price point places it firmly in the premium-priced amplifier category

Product Video

Key Features

Power (Watts) 20
Tubes 3 x 12AX7A (preamp), 2 x 6V6 (power), 5AR4 (rectifier), 12AT7 (reverb driver), 12AX7A (reverb receiver)
Speaker 1 x 12in Eminence custom-designed ceramic magnet
Channels 2 (Rhythm, Lead)
Effects Built-in Reverb, Tremolo
Weight Approximately 38 lbs (estimate based on similar models)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The compensation circuit helps preserve perceived loudness and tonal balance, preventing the typical 'scooped' sound often associated with attenuators at low volumes.
It offers adjustable speed and depth, providing a good range of tremolo textures from subtle shimmer to more pronounced pulse.
It adds focused midrange frequencies, adding aggression and clarity to lead tones without significantly impacting the overall EQ.

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