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Discover a new level of amp control with the Hughes & Kettner TubeMeister Deluxe 20 guitar amplifier. This tiny two-channel tone machine features an onboard power soak with selectable 20W, 5W, and 1W operation to let you dial in the right tone for any size gig - you can even choose speaker-off mode for true silent recording that won't damage your amp. An onboard H&K Red Box DI lets you send a speaker-simulated signal straight to a board without a mic for a cleaner stage setup and to take full control of your live sound. Finally, a serial effects loop lets you route your delays and reverbs after the preamp stage to preserve your guitar signal on the way in. Test out the all-tube Hughes & Kettner TubeMeister Deluxe 20 today and get flexible options for the stage and studio.





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Hughes & Kettner TubeMeister Deluxe 20 Tube Guitar Amplifier Head at a Glance:


All-tube voicing that delivers for any size gig


Tube Safety Control monitors and prolongs tube life


Speaker-simulated DI for convincing tones without a cabinet


All-tube tone that delivers for any size gig





The TubeMeister's classic 12AX7/EL84 combo delivers glassy cleans and volcanic leads from its two footswitchable channels and fast, familiar 3-band EQ. An onboard power soak makes the TubeMeister flexible for live work, recording, and practice, allowing you to dial back the wattage from the full 20 watts to 5, 1, or 0 watts without sacrificing tube tone and response. Sweetwater guitarists applaud Hughes & Kettner for building the power soak right into the head - a feature not common in stock amps.





Tube Safety Control monitors and prolongs tube life





Though they sound great, tubes can be ticking time bombs, ready to go out at the worst moments. The TubeMeister Deluxe 20's Tube Safety Control (TSC) continuously monitors power tubes and adjusts their bias so you get the best sound and longest tube life possible. The TSC takes failing power tubes out of the circuit to protect your amp and lets you see their status at a glance.





Speaker-simulated DI for convincing tones without a cabinet





The Hughes & Kettner TubeMeister Deluxe 20 features a compact version of its award-winning Red Box DI, which faithfully mimics the sound of a miked 4" x 12" direct from the head. Send this signal straight to a live board or recording interface for convincing guitar tones without having to mic a speaker cab, or combine with a real miked sound for flexible mixing options. This feature, paired a speaker-off silent mode, makes the TubeMeister a fine studio tool for any time of the day or night.





Hughes & Kettner TubeMeister Deluxe 20 Tube Guitar Amplifier Head Features:


Classic tube cocktail of two 12AX7s with two EL84s


Two channels with independent gain and master volume


Global 3-band EQ for fast tone shaping


Built-in power soak lets you choose 20W, 5W, or 1W operation


Speaker-off mode for silent recording without damaging your amp


Red Box DI mimics the sound of a miked 4" x 12" cab for creative signal options


Tube Safety Control continuously monitors power tubes and optimizes their tone and life


Series effects loop inserts FX after the preamp for a cleaner front-end signal


Take total control of your tone with the TubeMeister Deluxe 20 amp!