Review of the Peavey Classic 30 Tweed amplifier. Where to buy it?

The name Peavey used to stand for very inexpensive amps of average quality. In the interim, however, they have since worked their way up into the higher echelons of the amp class system – which is most recently evident with the specially tailor-made for Eddie Van Halen 5150 amp. The Peavey Classic Series of all-tube amps have become some of the most popular tube amps ever, which is partly still due to the reasonable price (for tube amps), but also due to the really good sound of their components.

The Classic 30 Tweed delivers 30 watts from 4x EL84 power tubes to a 12″ speaker, which is reminiscent of the classic amps (such as Fender or Vox), and the sound is on point. As well as the traditional clean channel this amp also has a modern lead channel with a master volume. No wonder the Classic 30 itself has almost become a classic.

• Tube combo 30 watts tweed
• 1 x 12″ Speaker
• 30 W RMS at 16/8 Ohm
• 3 x 12AX7 preamplifier tubes
• 4 x EL 84 power amplifiers
• 2 Channel pre-amplifier (foot- or hand-switch) Pre- and post-gain control in boost channel
• Passive 3-band tone control
• Reverb control
• Effects loop
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 50 x 41 x 27.5 cm

• Hot Rod series
• 3 Channels: Normal, Drive and More Drive
• Power: 40 W
• Equipped with: 1x 12″ Celestion A-Type
• Tubes: 3x 12AX7 and 2x 6L6
• 2 Jack inputs – input 2 with -6 dB
• Controls for Presence, Reverb, Master Volume, Middle, Bass, Treble, Drive, Select Switch, Drive Volume, Bright Switch
• Chicken head style buttons
• 2 Speaker connections: Internal and external
• Preamp out
• Power amp in
• Case made of solid light pine
• Dimensions: 47.6 x 59.7 x 26.7 cm
• Weight: 18.59 kg
• Design: Black textured vinyl and slightly aged silver-coloured front fabric
• Includes 2-way footswitch and protective cover

The name Peavey used to stand for very inexpensive amps of average quality. In the interim, however, they have since worked their way up into the higher echelons of the amp class system – which is most recently evident with the specially tailor-made for Eddie Van Halen 5150 amp. The Peavey Classic Series of all-tube amps have become some of the most popular tube amps ever, which is partly still due to the reasonable price (for tube amps), but also due to the really good sound of their components.

The Classic 30 Tweed delivers 30 watts from 4x EL84 power tubes to a 12″ speaker, which is reminiscent of the classic amps (such as Fender or Vox), and the sound is on point. As well as the traditional clean channel this amp also has a modern lead channel with a master volume. No wonder the Classic 30 itself has almost become a classic.

• Tube combo 30 watts tweed
• 1 x 12″ Speaker
• 30 W RMS at 16/8 Ohm
• 3 x 12AX7 preamplifier tubes
• 4 x EL 84 power amplifiers
• 2 Channel pre-amplifier (foot- or hand-switch) Pre- and post-gain control in boost channel
• Passive 3-band tone control
• Reverb control
• Effects loop
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 50 x 41 x 27.5 cm

The name Peavey used to stand for very inexpensive amps of average quality. In the interim, however, they have since worked their way up into the higher echelons of the amp class system – which is most recently evident with the specially tailor-made for Eddie Van Halen 5150 amp. The Peavey Classic Series of all-tube amps have become some of the most popular tube amps ever, which is partly still due to the reasonable price (for tube amps), but also due to the really good sound of their components.

The Delta Blues 115 Tweed delivers 30 watts from 4x EL84 power tubes to a 15″ Blue Marvel speaker. Add into the bargain the classic tremolo effect and reminisces of classical guitar amps start to appear. Due to the speaker components, the amp sounds incredibly full and warm. On a side note, Mr. SRV often used a 15″ speaker, which is arguably in itself the best recommendation for trying it out! There is also a modern lead channel, which simply put, is quite rocking.

Visually the Delta Blues really succeeds – with more than just a touch of that classic look.

• Delta Blues Series
• 30 W
• 1x 15″ Celestion Speaker
• Preamp tubes: 3x 12AX7
• Power tubes: 4x EL84
• 2 Channels
• Tremolo with controls for speed and intensity
• Separate volume controls for the clean and lead channels
• 3-Band EQ
• Dimensions: 57.2 x 52.3 x 28.2 cm
• Weight: 21.2 kg
• Tweed cover

The name Peavey used to stand for very inexpensive amps of average quality. In the interim, however, they have since worked their way up into the higher echelons of the amp class system – which is most recently evident with the specially tailor-made for Eddie Van Halen 5150 amp. The Peavey Classic Series of all-tube amps have become some of the most popular tube amps ever, which is partly still due to the reasonable price (for tube amps), but also due to the really good sound of their components.

The Classic 30 Tweed delivers 30 watts from 4x EL84 power tubes to a 12″ speaker, which is reminiscent of the classic amps (such as Fender or Vox), and the sound is on point. As well as the traditional clean channel this amp also has a modern lead channel with a master volume. No wonder the Classic 30 itself has almost become a classic.

• Tube combo 30 watts tweed
• 1 x 12″ Speaker
• 30 W RMS at 16/8 Ohm
• 3 x 12AX7 preamplifier tubes
• 4 x EL 84 power amplifiers
• 2 Channel pre-amplifier (foot- or hand-switch) Pre- and post-gain control in boost channel
• Passive 3-band tone control
• Reverb control
• Effects loop
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 50 x 41 x 27.5 cm

• Hand-wired
• All tube
• Tube fittings: 2 x 6V6, 3 x 12AX7, 2 x 12AT7
• Power: 20 watts
• Equipped with: 1 x 12″ Jensen C-12Q
• 4 Jack inputs (2 x Normal- 2 x Bright)
• 2 Channel (Normal / Bright) Controls for channel 1 volume, treble, bass, for channel 2 volume, treble, bass, reverb, vibrato speed and vibrato intensity
• Effects: reverb, tremolo
• Dimensions: 42.9 x 61.59 x 25 cm
• Weight: 17.3 kg
• Including double foot switch and protective cover

The name Peavey used to stand for very inexpensive amps of average quality. In the interim, however, they have since worked their way up into the higher echelons of the amp class system – which is most recently evident with the specially tailor-made for Eddie Van Halen 5150 amp. The Peavey Classic Series of all-tube amps have become some of the most popular tube amps ever, which is partly still due to the reasonable price (for tube amps), but also due to the really good sound of their components.

The Classic 30 Tweed delivers 30 watts from 4x EL84 power tubes to a 12″ speaker, which is reminiscent of the classic amps (such as Fender or Vox), and the sound is on point. As well as the traditional clean channel this amp also has a modern lead channel with a master volume. No wonder the Classic 30 itself has almost become a classic.

• Tube combo 30 watts tweed
• 1 x 12″ Speaker
• 30 W RMS at 16/8 Ohm
• 3 x 12AX7 preamplifier tubes
• 4 x EL 84 power amplifiers
• 2 Channel pre-amplifier (foot- or hand-switch) Pre- and post-gain control in boost channel
• Passive 3-band tone control
• Reverb control
• Effects loop
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 50 x 41 x 27.5 cm

• All-tube
• Power: 15 Watt
• 12″ Celestion G12M Greenback Speaker
• 3x 12AX7 (ECC83) Preamp, 2 x EL84 Power amp
• Inputs: Input Normal, Top Boost, Volume, Treble, Bass, Reverb, Tremolo (Speed and Depth), Standby, Power switch, Tone Cut Regulator
• Back: 2x Speaker outputs
• Impedance Switch (8 or 16 Ohm)
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 602 x 265 x 456 mm
• Weight: 22 kg
• Optional footswitch: Art.198735 (not included)
• Optional suitable case: Art.317592 (not included)