Paul Reed Smith Archon Classic 50W Head // 120V (USA)

The Paul Reed Smith Archon Classic 50W Head // Vintage tone meets modern firepower

Classic rock amp tones with versatile gain structure

The Paul Reed Smith Archon Classic 50W Head is purpose-built for guitarists who love vintage rock tones but want an amp that can push the boundaries of classic sound. Unlike a reissue, this head features a newly-voiced circuit that captures the spirit of 70s and 80s rock with a more dynamic and midrange-rich Lead channel. Designed with modern players in mind, it delivers everything from tight overdrive to expressive high-gain tones without the need to change preamp tubes.

Rich clean channel with edge-of-breakup dynamics

The Clean channel offers its own range of personality. With a hotter circuit than the original Archon, it stays clean at lower volumes but can be pushed into a natural breakup without needing a boost pedal. The clean channel has responsive touch sensitivity, and the headroom you need for pedal-based setups or standalone use. While the Lead channel is packed with attitude, perfect for searing lead and hard rock tones.

Precision tone shaping with intuitive controls

With independent 3-band EQs for each channel, global Presence and Depth controls, and dedicated volume knobs, the Archon Classic offers fine-tuned control over your tone and feel. The Presence dial boosts high-mid and treble frequencies, adding brightness and dimension, while the Depth control enhances low-end resonance. These controls are especially useful for sculpting your amp’s voice to fit a specific mix or live setup.

Road-ready build with a sleek retro design

The Archon Classic is wrapped in black textured vinyl and accented with black embossed piping, giving it a clean, throwback look.

Premium features built for the modern player

In addition to its killer tone, the Archon Classic includes a series, tube-driven effects loop and multiple extension speaker jacks for flexible rig configurations. The amp ships with a 1-button footswitch for channel switching, and its adjustable bias with monitoring jacks makes maintenance straightforward. Whether you're building a vintage-inspired rig or want a standalone head that can handle everything from glassy cleans to saturated leads, the Archon Classic delivers.

Specifications

• Wattage: 50W

• Power Tubes: (2) JJ 6CA7

• Preamp Tubes: (6) JJ ECC83S

• Channels: Lead and Clean

• Front Panel Controls:

  • Lead Channel: Master Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, Bright Switch, Volume

  • Clean Channel: Master Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, Bright Switch, Volume

  • Global Controls: Presence, Depth

• Back Panel Features:

  • Inlet: Fused Power Inlet (IEC)

  • Effects Loop: Series, Tube Driven

  • Extension Speaker Jacks: 5 total

  • Ohm Selections: (2) 4 ohm parallel, (2) 8 ohm parallel, (1) 16 ohm

  • Bias: Adjustable with Monitoring Jacks

  • Footswitch Jack: ¼” mono

• Covering: Black Textured Vinyl

• Piping: Black Embossed Welt

• Handle: Stitched Black Faux Leather

• Dimensions (W x D x H): 21.5" x 10" x 10"

• Weight: 32.4 lbs

• Included Accessories: 1-Button Footswitch for Channel Switching

This electric guitar amplifier ships fully insured with signature required.