Cub V Head
Point-to-point hand-wired head with switchable EF86/12AX7 preamp tubes and tube-driven spring reverb, selectable between 15W (EL84) and 40W (EL34) power sections.
About this amp
The Cub V Head traces back to one of Bad Cat’s most iconic circuits, reintroducing the brand’s original “Bad Cat eyes” cosmetic in a new hand-wired series. It offers switchable EF86/12AX7 preamp tubes for a wide tonal range, dual footswitchable master volumes, a 4-way depth control, and tube-driven spring reverb. Available in 15-watt (EL84) or 40-watt (EL34) power configurations, hand-wired point-to-point in Southern California.
Specs
| Wattage | 40W (EL34 variant) or 15W (EL84 variant), selectable |
|---|---|
| Preamp Tubes | 1x EF86, 5x 12AX7, switchable EF86/12AX7 preamp |
| Power Tubes | 2x EL34 or 2x EL84 (selectable) |
| Rectifier | Tube (5AR4) |
| Onboard Effects | Tube-driven spring reverb |
| Effects Loop | Buffered |
| EQ | 4-way Depth control, linear Bass and Treble |
| Impedance Options | 4/8/16 ohm switch |
| Construction | True point-to-point hand-wired, custom Bad Cat transformer set, heavy duty aluminum chassis, voidless Baltic birch cabinet, Heidi Tolex with leather corners |
| Extras | Dual footswitchable master volumes, 2-button footswitch included, amp cover included |
| Warranty | 5 Year Limited |
| Dimensions | 20.75in W x 10.25in D x 10.5in H |
Quick answers
- How much does the Cub V Head cost?
- Bad Cat Amplifiers lists it at $3,199.99 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Cub V Head still available?
- Yes. Bad Cat Amplifiers lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Cub V Head?
- Bad Cat Amplifiers. Where it's built: Designed and built in Southern California. It's listed here as a tube head amp.
- What warranty does Bad Cat Amplifiers offer?
- Five-year warranty on amplifiers and cabinets for the original retail purchaser, when bought from an authorized dealer. Speakers are covered for 3 years, other parts and accessories for 2 years and tubes for 6 months. Registration and proof of purchase are required, and the warranty is not transferable. Owners pay transportation and insurance for warranty service, and the selling dealer is the first point of contact. Unauthorized modifications may void coverage.