Hot Blond Combo
1x12/1x15/2x10 combo version of the Hot Blond, Allen's take on the normal channel of the 1963 blond Fender Bassman.
About this amp
The Hot Blond Combo houses the blond Bassman-inspired Hot Blond circuit in a 1x12, 1x15, or 2x10 cabinet, with a tube-driven spring reverb, bright switch, middle control, and RAW mid/gain control. Choice of plug-in solid-state or tube rectifier.
Specs
| Preamp Tubes | 4x 12AX7 |
|---|---|
| Power Tubes | Tung-Sol or JJ 5881 (standard) |
| Rectifier | Choice of plug-in solid-state or tube rectifier |
| Wattage | Approx. 40W standard with 5881s; approx. 22W if set up with 6V6 power tubes and tube rectifier |
| Onboard Effects | Tube-driven spring reverb with Tone control |
| Speaker | 1x12, 1x15, or 2x10 configuration options (speaker models not specified by maker) |
Quick answers
- How much does the Hot Blond Combo cost?
- Allen Amplification lists it at $2,149 to $2,199 (USD), depending on options. Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Hot Blond Combo still available?
- Yes. Allen Amplification lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Hot Blond Combo?
- Allen Amplification, building gear since 1998. Where it's built: Hand-wired point-to-point in the USA. It's listed here as a tube combo amp.
- How long is the wait for Allen Amplification gear?
- Orders are placed by phone or email.