45W Tres Leches (Combo)
The Tres Leches combo, pairing a 45-watt 6L6 amp and built-in tube power attenuator with Milkman's own 12" or 15" Alnico or Ceramic speakers.
About this amp
The Tres Leches pairs a high-headroom, full-bandwidth 6L6 preamp with a solid-state rectifier and adjustable grid bias for maximum power, then uses a 6L6-based tube power attenuator, a circuit shared by Benson Amplifiers, to scale the amp from 45 watts down to 15 or 5 watts while keeping the sag and compression feel of a low-wattage amp. It’s the first amp built specifically around Milkman’s own reissue JBL-style Alnico speaker, and this combo can be configured with a 12” or 15” Milkman Alnico or Ceramic speaker.
Specs
| Wattage | 45W Class AB, attenuates to 15W or 5W |
|---|---|
| Power Tubes | 2x 6L6 (adjustable grid bias) |
| Rectifier | Solid-state |
| Onboard Effects | 3-knob tube reverb |
| Attenuator | 6L6-based tube power attenuator, 3 modes (45W/15W/5W) |
| Speaker | 12" or 15" combo -- Milkman Alnico or Milkman Ceramic (default: 12" Milkman Alnico) |
| Dimensions | 21-1/2" x 21-1/2" x 9-1/2" |
| Weight | 49 lbs |
Quick answers
- How much does the 45W Tres Leches (Combo) cost?
- Milkman Sound lists it at $4,699 to $5,099 (USD), depending on options. Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the 45W Tres Leches (Combo) still available?
- Yes. Milkman Sound lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the 45W Tres Leches (Combo)?
- Milkman Sound. Where it's built: Made by hand in San Francisco, CA. It's listed here as a tube combo amp.
- What warranty does Milkman Sound offer?
- One-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser, when bought direct or from an authorized dealer, with a receipt required for service. Tubes carry a 90-day warranty. After the first year, defects are handled case by case under Milkman's extended coverage. Second owners can buy a transferred warranty for $250, often with a factory inspection. Accidents, abuse, water damage, shipping costs and third-party repairs are not covered.