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Orange Amplifiers Rocker 15 Terror Tube Guitar Amp Head

Orange Amplifiers

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Capable of 0.5, 1, 7 or 15 Watts of output the Orange Rocker 15 Terror is the head only version of the enormously popular Rocker 15 Combo that moves seamlessly from the home, to the studio, to the stage. Finally, a small, two channel, bedroom-friendly all-valve amp that you can legitimately gig!

With the Rocker 15 set wide open, smaller venues are comfortably taken care. Thanks to the same beefy transformers as the combo version, the Rocker 15 has a remarkably potent delivery which takes full advantage of its EL84 output section. Even when scaling back the power, the amp’s tone stays fat and full, oozing warm valve compression and saturation without disturbing the neighbors.

Clever options aside, the Rocker 15 has real character – a twin-channel design with a twist. The Natural channel is a purist’s dream with just a single knob: Volume. Finely balanced and supremely playable, this channel is perfectly voiced to bring out the "natural" sound of the instrument under your fingers (or the pedals under your feet). The Dirty channel is a more familiar affair with controls for Gain, Volume and a three-band EQ section. Both channels are very sensitive to touch and playing dynamics, making Rocker 15 very versatile despite its straightforward, player-friendly layout.

The amp also features a proper, valve-driven effects loop for total purity from input to output. So, whether you need a rig for low-volume practicing, recording, or to be heard on the club circuit, the shape-shifting Rocker 15 will show itself to be the amp for every occasion.

From Bedroom to Headroom
Between the Rocker 15’s full and half power modes – plus the aptly named "Headroom/Bedroom" attenuator switch – the amp switches between 15, 7, 1 or even half a Watt. When in Bedroom mode, the circuit has been designed to retain the springiness and feel of valve amps, a sensation that often gets lost with some attenuator designs. The result is this Terror sounds and feels more like a big amp, even in the lowest power modes. This makes for great tones in the practice room or in the studio, with the option to step up a gear to full power 15 Watt mode for the stage.

Unique Twin-Channel Design
If you’ve ever wondered what your guitars or your pedals actually sounded like, the Rocker Series amps are a joy to play. The Natural channel features just one control for volume and is voiced for absolute transparency. Single coils ring out with true clarity and humbuckers sing with woody overtones. Cleaner settings produce clear, glistening tones whilst cranking the volume reveals a bluesy crunch that loves to be kicked harder with boost and overdrive pedals. Quite literally, you get out what you put in. The Dirty channel has a more traditional look with Gain, Master Volume and a three-band EQ. It too can be set on the cleaner side as a second rhythm sound, or dialed for various flavors of British grit for leads. (Optional FS-1 footswitch sold separately)

Engineered to be Played
For the best possible tone and durability, the Rocker 15 Terror uses the same proprietary transformers found in all of Orange's iconic Terror Series. Like the company's flagship valve amp heads, the Rocker 15 Terror does away with plastic connector blocks and ribbon cables in favor of hand-soldered flying leads. The chassis-mounted switchgear is secured to the classic Terror series enclosure. As for the amp’s effects loop, Orange opted to keep the signal path all-valve to preserve the amp’s tonal integrity.
Open Box Orange Amplifiers Rocker 15 Terror 15W Tube Guitar Amp Head Level 1 White
Open Box Orange Amplifiers Rocker 15 Terror 15W Tube Guitar Amp Head Level 1 White
Open Box Orange Amplifiers Rocker 15 Terror 15W Tube Guitar Amp Head Level 1 White

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  • Power: 15W (tube)
  • Attenuation: 15W, 7W, 1W, 0.5W
  • Tubes: EL84 (power amp)
  • Two channels
  • Single input
  • Controls: 3-band EQ, gain, volume

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5

8 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Best Uses
  1. Home Studio4
  2. Performances2
  3. Amateur Recording1
  4. Outdoor Events / Games1
  5. Professional Recording1
Cons
  1. No Footswitch1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced4
Pros
  1. Excellent Sound5
  2. Portable4
  3. Easy To Use3
  4. Good Power Output3
  5. Warm / Comfy2
  • Love this amp!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    bySteve

    fromNew york

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This amp is perfect for what I was looking for it to do! GC gave me a great price that couldn't be passed up and I'm more than happy, thank you again GC

  • Balls to the Wall!

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byGregory

    fromLaveen, AZ

    Some of the best tone I've ever heard in an amp as little as 15watts. I can get all the tones and all the rage and roar outta this puppy. I've played a lot of amps and pedals but as far as a "do it all!" This is the only amp I fell in love with. Orange Amps for life!

  • One the best amps I ever had

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byCarlos

    fromSavannah

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This head it's amazing, I really like the dirty sound it's too powerful, the volume's knob is the second level with headroom and stack, also for inside my house at night bedroom and half its good as well.

  • Such a good orange amp! Natural channel takes pedals well!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byNick

    fromNC

    Great amp with that Orange rocker tone. The natural channel takes pedals well. I tried the Friedman dirty shirley and it sounds awesome. I'm also a huge fan of the Orange clean tone. On my single coil neck pup, using the natural channel with volume up to about 5-6 it's very clean bell-like tones. I use this with a two notes captor 16 and some impulse responses. The only thing I wish had known was the distortion is very compressed. The waveform is like almost a rectangle. But even so….you can't beat that sound! :)

  • Great Amp for Bedroom Players Who Want Natural Breakup

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted6 years ago

    byBen

    fromUndisclosed

    Great amp, love the option to switch between 15 / 7.5 / 1 / 0.5 watts. I've been using it in my bedroom on 0.5 watt, and am getting great natural breakup tones out of it on the dirty channel, which sounds great with an overdrive pedal for some extra dirt. The effects loop is also nice, as it allows me to run my modulation, delay, and reverb after the natural preamp distortion. Highly recommended.

  • Most Impressive Amp I've Tried All Year, Hands Down.

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byTheRealKingJames

    fromNashville, TN

    Definitely my favorite lunchbox head, though I'm not sure why they called it a Rocker 15. It sounds like a completely different preamp from the combo. Not quite as much gain either, but it will still melt face when you crank it. Takes pedals well. I pair it with a Russian Müff for a fuzzy stoner sound, but the overdrive sounds thick and full on its own. The clean channel is surprisingly clear at any volume. Overall it's a fantastic little amp with a very versatile sound. My only complaint is the lack of an included footswitch. Even a cheap one would suffice.

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  • asked byClint Stone

    fromDenver CO

    Headphones?

    Headphones?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Unfortunately, no.
  • asked byPhil

    fromundisclosed

    Does this come with a case

    Does this come with a case

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    This does not include a case