TWS 2864-S Top Silver
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TWS
2864-S Top Silver
Product Info
Article Number:
572795
Brand:
TWS
Model:
2864-S Top Silver
Category:
Tube Guitar Heads
Price:
$3,078.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This TWS 2864-S is a seriously cool little amp head – it's got that classic German boutique vibe. The EF86 gives it a really sweet, harmonically rich edge, perfect for blues, rock, and even some jazz tones. If you want a compact, high-quality tube amp that delivers a lot of character without needing a massive rig, this is a fantastic choice.
Product Description
- TWS 2864-S Top Silver
- Tube Amp Head for Electric Guitar
- Channels: 1
- Power: 14 Watt
- Preamp tubes: 1x EF86 preamp tube
- Power amp tubes: 2 x 6V6 cathode biased
- Controls: Preamp
- 3-position Bass
- Treble (located in the power amp).
- TWS "WonderVol" loudness-compensated master volume
- Speaker impedance selector switch: 4/8/16 Ohm
- Switch: Hot/warm switching (full power/reduced power)
- Loudspeaker outputs: 2x 6.3 mm jack
- 1 selected 12AX7 as phase inverter
- GZ34 rectifier tube
- No classic tone control network in the signal path
- RGB lighting with remote control
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 464 x 215 x 210 mm
- Weight: 9.8 kg
- Operating voltage switchable between EU and US
- Colour: Silver
- Handmade in Germany
PROS
- • EF86 preamp delivers a unique, harmonically rich overdrive character.
- • 6V6 power tubes provide a warm, responsive, and touch-sensitive feel.
- • Handmade German construction ensures robust build quality and meticulous attention to detail.
- • WonderVol master volume allows for cranked amp tones at manageable volumes.
CONS
- • Single-channel design limits versatility for players needing varied tonal palettes.
- • RGB lighting feels like an unnecessary, potentially distracting addition for serious players.
- • Relatively compact size might restrict headroom when paired with larger cabinets.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
14
Tubes
1x EF86 preamp, 2 x 6V6 power amp, 1 x 12AX7 phase inverter, 1 x GZ34 rectifier
Channels
1
Effects
None (effects loop not present)
Speaker Output
2x 6.3 mm jack (4/8/16 Ohm selectable)
Weight
9.8 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'Hot' setting delivers full power and a more aggressive, overdriven tone, while 'Warm' reduces the power and softens the edges for a cleaner, more mellow sound.
While it allows for lower volume levels, the WonderVol does maintain the amp’s core tone; it’s a sophisticated implementation, not a simple volume reduction.
It's best suited for players who favor a specific, core tone—blues, rock, classic tones—rather than those needing a broad spectrum of sounds from a single amp.
