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“So, You’ve ripped the sleeves off your t-shirt, strapped on that spark-spitting chainsaw codpiece and are wielding an axe with more points than The Pointer Sisters in a skip full of cats. When you throw the horns and the roar of the crowd is eclipsed by the ferocious howl of feedback, what's the amplifier you'd want behind you to help set that moshpit alight?”

That was the question, and this is the gallery of answers: the top 12 amps for heavy metal, as voted for by you. Following a poll, we also have a winner… scroll through to find the ultimate metal amp! First up: Hayden Classic Lead 80.

MusicRadar’s verdict:

“Quality build, great rock tone and price sends this to the top of the must-try rock amp list – guaranteed to scare the competition.” (Read the full Hayden Classic Lead 80 review)

Why you love it:

“Hayden Classic Lead 80 - Crushing!” (Thanks, Rocker59)

"Something by Hayden? Great for loud rock!" (From Jake via email, thanks)

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