Gibson Falcon 20 1x12 Tube Combo Guitar Amplifier

Inspired by the Gibson Falcon amps of the 1960s, this all-new design from renowned amplifier pioneer Randall Smith and the MESA/Boogie design team is handcrafted in Petaluma, California, and offers a new level of low-power sound. What sets the Falcon 20 apart from its predecessor is Randall's 50-year philosophy of tube amplifier design and pushing the boundaries of amplifiers, which has yielded truly astonishing results. Falcon 20 features single-channel simplicity with a focus on great sound and ease of use. The extremely simple and pure signal path design features volume and tone controls, as well as footswitch reverb and tremolo functions, adding dimension and movement, greatly increasing the amplifier's enjoyment and usefulness in a variety of musical styles. Knowledgeable players have long recognised that one of the secrets to great overdriven tone is power amp overdrive, and lower-powered amps are key to turning up and achieving that cranked power amp sound without overwhelming volume levels. The Gibson Falcon 20 1x12 Combo is perfect for those looking for a touch-sensitive, subtle response in the low to mid-range of the gain and power spectrum, with rich harmonies of vintage power amp overdrive when you turn up the volume. All this sonic magic is delivered by the vintage voice of the 12-inch Jensen Blackbird alnico speakers, perfectly complementing the volume range and Class A power section. Players can choose full, half, or low power modes (12, 5, or 1 watt) using the patented Multi-Watt™, 6V6, pure Class A power, or 15, 6, or 2-Watts with optional 6L6 Power Tubes offering three levels of expressive vintage Gibson tone and feel. This performance flexibility provides even more possibilities for transitioning in and out of clip seamlessly and musically, making the Falcon 20 an ideal amplifier for club performance, home practice, and recording purposes. With modern sophistication, premium performance, and boutique construction, this Falcon 20 surpasses even Gibson's most prized vintage gems.

Features

• Handcrafted in Petaluma, California
• All-Tube Amplifier: 2x 6V6 Power Tube (optional 2x 6L6) / 4x 12AX7 Preamp Tubes
• Pure Class A Power
• Patented Multi-Watt™ Power, featuring Duo-Class™ wiring, providing power choices of FULL power (approx. 12 Watts) - 2x 6V6
• Push-Pull, Class A, Pentode; HALF power (approx. 5 Watts) - 2x 6V6 Push-Pull, Class A, Triode; or LOW power (approx. 1 Watt) - 1x 6V6 Single-Ended, Class A, Pentode (approx. 15 Watts, 6 Watts, and 2 Watts with optional 6L6 Power Tubes)
• Cathode Biased, Maintenance-Free
• Single Channel Simplicity – Channel Features: Normal & Low (Cleaner) Inputs, Volume, Tone, Reverb, Tremolo Depth & Frequency Controls
• Footswitchable, All-Tube Spring Reverb
• Footswitchable, All-Tube Tremolo
• Monitor (Slave) DI Output – Fixed Attenuated from the Speaker Output
• Polished Stainless Steel Control Faceplate
• Aluminum Chassis
• 12” Jensen Blackbird Alnico Speaker

Specifications

General

• Product Name and Format: Falcon 20 1x12 Combo
• Product Series: Falcon Series Build Location: Handcrafted in Petaluma, CA, with the World’s Finest Materials

Overview

• Wattage: Selectable Full, Half, or Low Multi-Watt™ Power Modes, producing approximately 12, 5, or 1-Watt(s) of output power (approx. 15, 6, or 2-Watts with optional 6L6 Power Tubes)
• Power Tube Type: 2x 6V6 (or optional 2x 6L6)
• Channels and Modes: 1 Channel / 2 Modes (Normal or Low)
• Mode Voicings and Styles: Normal & Low Inputs
• Normal = Clean to Overdrive
• Low = Cleaner
• Graphic EQ / Reverb / FX / Solo: Reverb, Tremolo
• Footswitch functions: Reverb On/Off, Tremolo On/Off
• Speakers(s) & Impedance: 12” Jensen Blackbird ALNICO Speaker, 8 Ohm
• Weight: 31 lbs. (14.06 kg.)
• Dimensions: 17.5” (44.45 cm) H x 20” (50.8 cm) W x 8 7/8” (22.54 cm) D (Height measurement includes rubber feet and the top of the handle in its flat position)

Amplifier

• Amp Type: Tube
• Chassis Material: Aluminum Chassis with Polished Stainless-Steel Faceplate
• Rectifier Type: Silicon Diodes
• Preamp tubes: 4x 12AX7
• Power Amp Tubes: 2x 6V6 (or optional 2x 6L6)
• Maintenance Free Fixed Bias: Cathode Biased, which is also Maintenance Free
• Wattage(s) Quick Reference: Full (approximately 12 watts) Half (approx. 5 watts) or Low Power (approx. 1 watt) with Stock 6V6 Power Tubes (Approx. 15 watts / 6 watts / 2 watts with optional 6L6 Power Tubes) - See Power Amp Details for more information
• Built-In Power Amp Attenuation: n/a
• Power Amp Details (Class & Wattage) Patented Incremental Multi-Watt™ (Patent 9,917,560) Power Amp, featuring Duo-Class™ (Patent 7,173,488) power, provides three power and three wiring options via a single 3-Way Power Switch! Choose from the following power options: Full Power (12 Watts) - 2x 6V6 (or 15-Watts w/6L6) Push-Pull, Class A, Pentode Half power (5 Watts) - 2x 6V6 (or 6-Watts w/6L6) Push-Pull, Class A Triode Low Power (1 Watt) - 1x 6V6 (or 2-Watts w/6L6) Single-Ended, Class A, Pentode
• Types of Style Mods per Channel: Single Channel with 2 Inputs: Normal Input = Clean to Overdrive Low Input = Clean
• Channel Controls: Volume, Tone, Reverb, Tremolo Depth & Frequency Controls
• Reverb / Effects & Bypass options: Footswitchable, All-Tube, Spring Reverb & Tremolo
• Speaker Outputs: One 8 Ohm and Two 4 Ohm
• Slave Output: Yes - Fixed-Attenuated “MONITOR” Output from the Speaker Output

Cabinet

• Cabinet Material: Marine Grade, Baltic Birch
• Standard Finish Options: (no extra cost) Cream Bronco Vinyl with Oxblood Grille
• Speakers(s) & Impedance: 1 - 8 Ohm Jensen Blackbird ALNICO 40 / Total Load = 8 Ohms
• Extra Features: Vintage-Inspired Construction for Tone & Portability

Product weight and dimensions (shipping dimensions are separate)

• Weight 31 lbs. (14.06 kg.)
• Height 17.5” (44.45 cm) (Height measurement includes rubber feet and the top of the handle in its flat position)
• Width 20” (50.8 cm)
• Depth 8 7/8” (22.54 cm)

Accessories

• 2 Button Footswitch Included (Reverb On/Off & Tremolo On/Off)
• Slipcover Included