Z Wreck Head
A Brad Paisley/Ken Fischer collaboration halo amp with a Comfort/Speed voltage-tap switch, now standard with a half-power switch and master volume ("the Works").
About this amp
The Z Wreck was developed by Dr. Z with the late Ken Fischer of Trainwreck Amps and Brad Paisley, becoming a halo product built on turret-board construction with an aircraft-grade aluminum chassis. A dual-tap power transformer offers Comfort (vintage feel) or Speed (increased clarity and headroom) voicings. As of 2026, a half-power switch and post-phase-inverter master volume (“the Works”) are standard. Hand-wired, tube-rectified.
Specs
| Power Output | 30/15 Watts (Half Power switch) |
|---|---|
| Output Tubes | 4x 6n14n (EL84), cathode biased |
| Preamp Tubes | 3x 12AX7 |
| Rectifier | Tube (5AR4) |
| Controls | Volume, Bass, Treble, Cut, Master, Comfort/Speed, Half Power |
| Other | Speed/Comfort voltage-tap switch, 4/8/16 ohm; new-for-2026 half-power switch and master volume ("the Works") now standard |
| Construction | Turret board, aircraft-grade aluminum chassis |
| Dimensions | 20.625in W x 9.5in D x 9.125in H |
| Weight | 38 lbs |
Quick answers
- How much does the Z Wreck Head cost?
- Dr. Z Amplification sells through dealers and doesn't publish a price; their dealer locator lists where to buy.
- Is the Z Wreck Head still available?
- Yes. Dr. Z Amplification lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Z Wreck 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.