{"product_id":"benson-amps-monarch-reverb-plus-1-x-12-inch-tube-combo-amplifier-blonde-tolex-oxblood-grille","title":"Benson Amps Monarch Reverb Plus 1 x 12-inch Tube Combo Amplifier - Blonde Tolex\/Oxblood Grille","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBenson Amps Monarch Reverb Plus 1 x 12-inch Tube Combo Amplifier - Blonde Tolex\/Oxblood Grille\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Monarch Reverb Plus: Boutique Tone, Studio Flexibility, and Stage Power\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandwired Tube Amplifier with Power Scaling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Monarch Reverb Plus is a boutique 1x12 combo amplifier that combines vintage-inspired tone with modern versatility. Handcrafted in Portland, Oregon, this amp features point-to-point construction on terminal strips, eschewing circuit boards for a purer signal path. Its all-tube design includes two JJ 6V6 power tubes, two JJ 12AX7 preamp tubes, a JJ 12DW7 reverb driver, and a JJ 6L6GC tube configured as a voltage regulator for power scaling. This setup allows for a dynamic range from 0.5 to 15 watts, making it suitable for both studio recording and live performances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCustom Ceramic Speaker and Premium Components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with a 12-inch Benson Custom Ceramic speaker, the Monarch Reverb Plus delivers a balanced and articulate sound. The amp's tonal character is further enhanced by custom Soursound transformers and Mallory 150M capacitors, ensuring rich harmonics and responsive dynamics. The dovetailed pine cabinet not only adds to the amp's aesthetic appeal but also contributes to its resonant tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExpanded Tone Control with Chimera Tone Stack\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeparting from the original Monarch's voice switch, the Reverb Plus incorporates the full Chimera tone stack, providing a more nuanced and flexible EQ section. This allows players to fine-tune their sound with greater precision, catering to a wide range of musical styles and preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTube-Driven Reverb and Practical Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amp features a footswitchable, tube-driven spring reverb, offering lush and immersive ambiance. While a footswitch is not included, the reverb can be activated via a standard 1\/4-inch footswitch input. 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