About us
Idea of Gearhead Amplifiers, an exclusive amp with best sounding, was born in 2012. When designing and building guitar amplifiers started, bearing in mind simple philosophy: “Build the best sounding and most reliable amplifier possible”.
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The main idea of Gearhead Amplifiers is to build original, fantastic sounding and reliable amplifiers with reasonable price tag. We find that the only way fulfill that goal is to work on new designs and polish them until the product is just perfect. Unlike many of the small-time manufacturers, who are copying old and proven designs, we at Gearhead Amplifiers always try to make something new and unique.
We use only the best parts to build a perfect amplifier. Every Gearhead amplifier uses high quality sealed potentiometers, thick aircraft grade aluminum chassis, tubes that meet or exceed military specifications and oversized power and output transformers. We try to make every single amplifier like a piece of artwork that looks as good as it sounds.
Every Gearhead amplifier is hand built in Tartu, Estonia using the finest materials available.
Products
Definition of word “gearhead” was at first racing aficionado. For that reason our product names are inspired by car racing and hot rodding.
Two Trick Pony
from 475EUR+VAT
The sound of Two Trick Pony could be described as “glassy”, “smooth” and “British”.
Emphasized upper mid and treble frequencies make it especially good at cutting through the mix.
The name Two Trick Pony stands for two honest watts of clean power, two output tubes and two tone shaping controls. Like real pony car, this amplifier is cute and hides more than one expects. Most of very low powered amplifiers are made with triode output stage, using dual triodes usually common for preamps. They sound different, not bad, but different. The goal of designing Two Trick Pony was getting similar sound to much more powerful amplifiers, but on the volume levels that are bedroom and studio riendly. We used small signal pentodes through the amplifier – 5654W and 6J1P-EV in the preamp stages and two 6AH6-s in the output stage. Combining all pentode design with passive modified James tone stack gives Two Trick Pony its unique sound.
- Power:
- 2 watts
- Controls:
- Bass, Treble, Volume
- Power tubes:
- 2x6AH6
- Preamp tubes:
- 5654W, 6J1P-EV
- Negative feedback:
- none
- Features:
- all pentode design, passive modified James tone stack, extra length power cord
- Speaker output:
- 8, 16, 32 ohms
- Weight:
- 4.5 kg
- Dimensions:
- 310x190x160 mm
Price: from 475EUR+VAT
Eliminator II
from 995EUR+VAT
The versatility of Eliminator II is extraordinary. Active Baxandall tone stack really changes the sound and clever Brilliance control gives small but interesting touch to the final sound.
The more you play it, the more you love it.
See moreCloseLike original Eliminator prototype from 2006, Eliminator II uses the same basic design – simple Bass, Treble, Brilliance and Volume controls and triode push-pull output stage. But now in larger scale and using active tone stack. Dual pentode preamp using EF86 tubes and triode strapped 6L6GC based push-pull power amp give the amplifier its unique tone. Active Baxandall tone stack adds versatility and really helps you to find your own guitar sound. And all-original Brilliance control gives finishing touch from raising higher treble frequencies on clean sounds to changing distortion characteristics on overdriven sounds. Actually playing this amplifier could lead to addiction and definitely not the bad one.
- Power:
- 10 watts
- Controls:
- Bass, Treble, Brilliance, Volume
- Power tubes:
- 2x6L6GC
- Preamp tubes:
- 2xEF86, 6N1P-EV
- Negative feedback:
- none
- Features:
- dual pentode preamp, active Baxandall tone stack, all-original Brilliance circuit, extra lengthpower cord
- Speaker output:
- 4, 8, 16 ohms
- Weight:
- 10 kg
- Dimensions:
- 430x240x220 mm
Price: from 995EUR+VAT
Ordering
As every single amplifier is hand built to order, there’s usually wait time for 4-6 weeks.
Shipping costs are not included in the prices listed and are calculated via a combination of the weight of the item and the desired shipping method. Gearhead Amplifiers has the right to refuse refunds and exchanges after the 14 day trial period.
Gearhead Amplifiers products are guaranteed to be free of defective materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase. During this period Gearhead Amplifiers will repair or replace the item free of charge, if the unit is returned freight prepaid to and from our facility.
Ordering Policy
As every single amplifier is hand built to order, there’s usually wait time for 4-6 weeks. When order is placed, 50% of final cost is paid in advance. This secures the build in the order in which it was received. Remaining part of final cost is paid before final shipment. At the time of delivery, the client has fourteen (14) days to play, evaluate and decide if the product is satisfactory. If, during the trial period, the product is deemed unsatisfactory for any reason, refund for the purchase price without shipping or processing fees will be given. Returns are subject up to 7.5% restocking fee. Products must be returned in as-new condition, with all originally included accessories and documentation and in original packaging. Returned items found to not be in as-new condition will be subject to deductions from the refund amount to cover repair costs. Buyer is responsible of shipping costs and any damage that may occur upon return. Gearhead Amplifiers has the right to refuse refunds and exchanges after the 14 day trial period. No refunds or exchanges are made after trial period, unless specified in writing by Gearhead Amplifiers management.
Cancellation policy
If for any reason the commitment of the buyer changes and the order is cancelled by buyer during the build and before delivery, the payment made for advance is not refundable.
Shipping options
Shipping costs are not included in the prices listed and are calculated via a combination of the weight of the item and the desired shipping method. Shipping choices will be discussed with the customer to determine the best carrier for the customer needs and to provide the most cost effective method of shipping.
Warranty information
Gearhead Amplifiers products are guaranteed to be free of defective materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase. During this period Gearhead Amplifiers will repair or replace the item free of charge, if the unit is returned freight prepaid to and from our facility.Gearhead Amplifiers does not warranty its products from issues related directly or indirectly to general abuse, mishandling, dropping, inappropriate voltage application or use in any application other than the amplification of electric guitar signal. Any modification of Gearhead Amplifiers products voids the warranty. Vacuum tubes and speakers used in our products are not covered by the guarantee listed above, and are only guaranteed for a maximum of 90 days.
