Peavey ValveKing Combo 50
The ValveKing series was one of the first inexpensive valve amp ranges on the market, and now, Peavey has revitalised these heads and combos for a new generation of players.
The all-new ValveKing range has just landed in TG’s in bay, so join us as we check out the gig-ready ValveKing Combo 50…
For the full review of the Peavey ValveKing Combo 50, check out Total Guitar issue 251, on sale 17 February 2014.
Peavey ValveKing Combo 50
The ValveKing Combo 50 utilises two 6L6GC and three 12AX7 valves for its tones
Peavey ValveKing Combo 50
You get two independently EQable channels: clean (plus bright button), and lead, which also boasts footswitchable volume and gain boosts
Peavey ValveKing Combo 50
As well as reverb and speaker damping controls, the ValveKing series packs Peavey’s Vari-Class control, which simulates Class A tones, while TSI tube monitoring keeps an eye on your valve health
Peavey ValveKing Combo 50
Around the back of the amp, you’ll also find a power output, switchable from 50W to 12W and even 2W for bedroom-friendly tones
Peavey ValveKing Combo 50
The new ValveKing range features MSDI (Mic Simulated Direct Interface) XLR and USB outputs for recording simulated mic’d up sounds, plus the option of disabling the built-in speaker
Peavey ValveKing Combo 50
The open-back combo features a ValveKing Classic Voiced Speaker to deliver the tonal goods
