Telstar Head
Point-to-point hand-wired head pairing an EL84 with a swappable 6L6-type power tube in push-pull Class A, with a 53/58 voicing switch spanning American tweed to British hot-rod tones.
About this amp
The Telstar Head merges a 5881 (6L6GC-type) and an EL84 in the same push-pull Class A output stage, with a Lean/Lush switch shaping the low end and a 53/58 switch shifting the gain structure from early-50s American tweed to a proto-British hot-rod voice. All-tube spring reverb, built-in attenuator, hand-wired point-to-point in the USA.
Specs
| Wattage | 16-17W |
|---|---|
| Channels | One, Lean/Lush switch and 53/58 voicing switch |
| Tubes | 1x 12AX7, 1x 12AT7, 1x 6SL7, 1x EL84, 1x 5881 (6L6GC-type, swappable for 6V6/EL34) |
| Class | Push-pull Class A |
| Onboard Effects | All-tube spring reverb |
| Attenuator | Built-in, down to 0 |
| Construction | Hand-wired point-to-point in the USA |
| Dimensions | 19in W x 10in D x 10.5in H |
| Weight | 30 lbs |
| Options | Mint faceplate with cream barrel knobs: +$100 |
Quick answers
- How much does the Telstar Head cost?
- Carr Amplifiers lists it at $3,330 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Telstar Head still available?
- Yes. Carr Amplifiers lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Telstar 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.