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Jackson Ampworks Debuts Britain 2.0 Amp

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Jackson Ampworks builds upon the original Britain; the 2.0 switches between 18W Class A and 50W Class A/B.


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Fort Worth, TX (March 3, 2010) – The Britain 2.0 is an all-tube hand-wired guitar amplifier that offers an incredible level of power and flexibility in a package that is just over 13” wide!

The Britain 2.0 features two separate channels that can be blended together to create an infinite number of new tones and is perfect for guitarists looking to define their own unique tone.

To make the amplifier even more flexible, the Britain 2.0 is the first amp of it’s kind to offer switchable 18W Class A or 50W Class A/B operation which allows the guitarist to adjust the power and feel of the amplifier to suit any musical setting.

Standard features include:
• Channel 1: EF86 Preamp with Footswitchable Boost Mode and Independent Volume Treble and Bass Controls
• Channel 2: 12AX7 Preamp with Independent Volume Treble and Bass Controls
• Switchable 18W Class A or 50W Class A/B operation using EL34 Output Tubes
• Series FX loop for each channel
• Handwired Turret Board Construction

The Britain 2.0 is currently being played by legendary guitarist Robbie McIntosh on the 2010 John Mayer Battle Studies World Tour. “The Britain 2.0 is the best amp I have ever played. Great tone and versatility. I am very proud to be using a Jackson Ampworks amplifier.” – Robbie McIntosh

The Britain 2.0 amplifier is available direct from the manufacturer for $1995.

For more information:
Jackson Ampworks

     



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Chrs
on 05/01/2010
They decreased the weight on this version and it comes in a few different colors (thankfully!). Robbie Macintosh plays one so that's a good sign!
Campells Oup
on 03/10/2010
Pea Soup green!!
gearhund
on 03/06/2010
Beautiful amp, ugly price.
Bob
on 03/06/2010
That's ugly man...
frenchy
on 03/06/2010
i had a 50 watt jackson tube amp and it was one of the best amps i ever played .. don't know if this is made in that same tradition or not but if it is this should be one helluva an amp .. unfortunately the amp i had was also the heaviest sucker i ever played too .. about 75 pounds for the head alone .. and whats up with that puke green ??
bryan
on 03/06/2010
i remember playing one of these 4-5 years ago in Arlington. very innovative guy. good stuff.



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