Sound Pure's Take
We all know there are PLENTY of modern boutique amps on the market that replicate the classic AC circuit. As Carr Amplfiers are more known for their American circuits, the Artemus brings a new approach to nailing the AC tones that British Invasion fans obsess over. Carr hit the nail on the head with simplicity, class, and durability. This amp was designed to for the player wanting a simple design, and not having to tweak for hours trying to find the "sweet spot". Carr has designed the Artemus to be a never-ending "sweet spot", and it really shined with all 4 guitars I plugged into it (LP, S style, T style, JM style). The 15w and 30w settings bring both AC flavors to the table with ease, and take pedals like a dream.
We think you're going to fall in love with this amp, and as it has been discontinued, you probably won't be able to find another like it. Give us a call and grab it while you can!
From Carr Amplifiers
The Artemus delivers versatile EL84 clean tones with great openness and clarity to biting or smooth touch-sensitive overdrive. The fixed bias output stage offers wonderful punch with a smooth break-up when pushed. The Edge and Mid toggles sculpt tones from mellow to aggressive. The input modified cascode 12AX7 circuit emulates EF86 thickness and gain without problematic microphonics. This is a new interpretation of my favorite aspects of AC sounds with all the stellar Carr component, craftsmanship, and cabinet qualities.
Specs:
Power 30/15 watts
Tubes 2 12AX7, 4 EL84, 1 5AR4/GZ34
Channels 1
Controls Volume, Bass, Treble
Switches Edge (bright and upper mid boost), Mid (flat or scooped), 15/30 Watt
Footswitch No
Reverb No
Effects Loop No
Features:
Class A
Four EL84 power tubes
Tube rectifier (5AR4/GZ34)
Fixed bias with external test points and adjustment control
Two power settings: 30 or 15 watts
Mid and Edge toggles for expanded tonal palette
Polypropylene satellite (aerospace) capacitor power supply
100% hand-wired
Solid pine dovetailed cabinet
1x12, 2x12, 1x15, and head configurations
New 2x10 Combo - Compact, same size as the head.
Warranty
This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
Returns
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