Super Bee Head
Point-to-point hand-wired head based on the blackface Super Reverb sound, with a 3-position Sting voicing switch, all-tube reverb, and a built-in attenuator.
About this amp
The Super Bee Head captures a Fullerton-made blackface Super Reverb-style sound at 10 watts via a pair of current-production 6BM8 output tubes, with a 3-position Sting switch reconfiguring the voicing across three eras, tube rectification, all-tube spring reverb, and a built-in attenuator. Hand-wired point-to-point in the USA.
Specs
| Wattage | 10W, attenuates to 2W |
|---|---|
| Channels | One, 3-position Sting voicing switch |
| Tubes | 2x 12AX7, 1x 12AT7, 2x 6BM8 (ECL82), 1x EZ81 rectifier |
| Rectifier | Tube (EZ81) |
| Class | Push-pull Class AB |
| Onboard Effects | All-tube spring reverb |
| Attenuator | Built-in, down to a whisper |
| EQ | Treble, Mid, Bass |
| Construction | Hand-wired point-to-point in the USA |
| Dimensions | 19in W x 10in D x 10.5in H |
| Weight | 25 lbs |
Quick answers
- How much does the Super Bee Head cost?
- Carr Amplifiers lists it at $3,300 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Super Bee Head still available?
- Yes. Carr Amplifiers lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Super Bee Head?
- Carr Amplifiers. Where it's built: Built at Carr's shop in Pittsboro, North Carolina, with point-to-point construction and hand-crafted cabinets. It's listed here as a tube head amp.
- What warranty does Carr Amplifiers offer?
- Lifetime warranty on workmanship for the original owner and 3 years on materials, provided the registration card and receipt copy reach Carr within 30 days of purchase. Tubes, speakers and reverb tanks are covered for 90 days. Misuse, modification, incorrect tube installation and spilled drinks void the warranty. The owner pays freight to Carr, and Carr pays return shipping after warranty work.