Carmen Ghia Head
18-watt, 2-knob (Volume, Tone) hand-wired head with a post-phase-inverter master volume added in 2024, powered by a matched pair of NOS EL84 power tubes.
About this amp
The Carmen Ghia is Dr. Z’s signature no-frills design: just Volume and Tone on an 18-watt EL84 circuit, now with a post-phase-inverter master volume added for its 35th anniversary. Hand-wired with a hand-selected pair of NOS 6n14n (EL84) power tubes.
Specs
| Power Output | 18 Watts |
|---|---|
| Output Tubes | 2x EL84 |
| Preamp Tubes | 2x 12AX7/ECC83 |
| Rectifier | Tube (5Y3) |
| Controls | Volume, Tone, Master Volume (added 2024) |
| Construction | Hand-wired, one channel |
| Dimensions | 17.5in W x 9in H x 9.5in D |
| Weight | 24 lbs |
Quick answers
- How much does the Carmen Ghia Head cost?
- Dr. Z Amplification sells through dealers and doesn't publish a price; their dealer locator lists where to buy.
- Is the Carmen Ghia Head still available?
- Yes. Dr. Z Amplification lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Carmen Ghia Head?
- Dr. Z Amplification, building gear since 1988. Where it's built: Hand-wired in Cleveland, Ohio. It's listed here as a tube head amp.
- What warranty does Dr. Z Amplification offer?
- Three-year limited warranty for the original owner who bought new from an authorized dealer in the contiguous 48 United States. Product registration is required. Tubes and speakers carry a 90-day warranty. Cosmetic damage, accidents, misuse and unauthorized service are not covered. The owner pays shipping to Dr. Z and Dr. Z pays return shipping after warranty service. Repairs on used amps carry a $100 minimum bench charge and a 90-day warranty. The Z-Drive, ZEQD Pre and Variable Boost Footswitch Ver. 2 carry a transferable lifetime warranty through EarthQuaker Devices.
- How long is the wait for Dr. Z Amplification gear?
- Current models are sold through authorized dealers, and the X-RAY is built to order in the Cleveland shop. Legacy Series amps are made to order and sold direct to USA customers only.