All user reviews for the Peavey Bandit 112

Transtube is the technology used
2mulation its lamp
80 watts RMS

1 start effect
1 back
1 socket for pedal control channels
1 output emulation hp (92db) to save Directly
1 low gain input
1 high gain input
1 additional output to speaker (100watts)
2 channels (clean and "dirty")
25w 50w 80w or selector
thickness selector me his 3 positions
Reverb
boost

USE

Simple Setup
Yes we can start getting some good with nothing (guitar + amp)
Clear manual

SOUNDS

So here's what I found this amp to sound like I wanted ... very simple:
an old 31 band eq (purchased € 30 on ebay!) in the effects loop!
Since that, I get all that sings to me.
Attenuation too shrill treble, bass highlighting originally surphasées.
I will now retrieve me a good little analog compressor
might as well get a sound very balanced and personalized

NOTICE GLOBAL

For 1 years.
I love the surprises that reserves this device when combined with 2/3 adequate effects.
A lot of amps
This one has a character of its own.
I love and do not want to part with it.
Yes, it's a good value T
Yes

Transistor
80w
6.35 (2entres high gain and low gain + switch + socket outlet and return externality external speaker output + + + hp emulated output power selection switch (25, 50 or 100%) + switch of choice of thickness sound (damping)

2-channel amplifier (3positions per channel (vintage / classic / warm) (classic / modern / high gain) + 3 band eq + volume + pre + post-gain channel gain for lead)
Reverb + boost
Rglages of endless possibilities.

USE

Clear config
The sound is ... ENOORME!
clear manual of all fawns, everything is already visually understandable.

SONORITS

The sound is very good as is (a heat lamps!) But actually in lead ... in a metal register / extreme, has a little drool in the bass.
So I connect a mono equalizer 31 bands in the effects loop and ... DEADLY !!!
By transferring / mitigating certain frequencies in the low, we get something frankly excellent!
We must also think to buy a compression pedal .... but good, is obvious.
I prefer the sounds: once galis all! This is awesome.
This amp does not blow !!

NOTICE GLOBAL

I use it for 2 months
with external equalizer, is happiness. My problem is transportation (22kg amp + guitar + eq + + effects pedals ...)
It is for this reason that I spare myself. I resell for a simple emulator crankset.
I tried more expensive 3X lamps amps, 30X more breath, 300X more fragile for a questionable sound.
EXCELLENT quality price ratio
Yes, I repeat that choice but then delivered bundled with Fenwick!

Have been playing in bands since the early 70's back when tubes were the standard. This amp is built like a tank and still sounds like tubes without the fragile involved. Reminds me of the Duce and Mace sound that so many of us wanted on stage.

Unit was used and purchased for $150 on an online auction. Got this amp to replace an older Roland cube 100.

T-O-N-E - The warmth of a tube in solid state unit. The footswitch works well and the "dirty" channel has different settings on top of the normal post/pre options on most amps

Heavy beyond a doubt as it is a high watt amp, but I guess that's why bands have roadies - lol. Could of used some sliding feet on the sides like some other amps use. Otherwise I guess to get an amp stand to get the sound pointing towards you.

Built like a tank and it is made for roadwork. Careful on the knobs when moving though. The repair involved makes you want to cry just to change a knob. Manfacturing is not always user friendly afterwards.

As usual, Peavey guitar amps give some of the best sound for the buck!

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I bought this amp with my godin guitar and got a sweet deal on it (somthing like $400 CAN before taxes). I bought it from Murch Music in Ontarion, Canada after having it reocomended to me from a friend. 80/100 watt.

This is an amzing amp, sounds great with tons of different guitars and any style of music, has lots of different sounds and settings to play with and amazing distortion.

Nothing really, abit heavy and bulky, could use a head phone jack...but who needs that when you can just piss of the neighbors with the amzing volume this amp puts out for a 80 watt.

Only had it for 4 months...no problems seems well built and everything seems in a good place. The pedal has a cheap feal to it but it is effective...and free.

Amazing amp for the money and size. Good for anything and everything. I have no doubt that this amp could blow away any other amp in its price range and size with its superior sound quality and settings. Now go out and buy one so you can go show it off.

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i do not have this amp yet but i will be getting it soon. i will be getting it from my local music store called mac's music store. it is a very good priced amp at only £200 second hand.

it is a very good quality amp and the sheffield speaker gives out good overdriven sound and a nice clean sound. the reverb is very good for lots of differnt styles. you could use this amp for probably any stule of music from blues to rock and to metal i think that the best feature of this amp is the thrash distortion setting.

very well built good strong design.

so all i can say is that it is a bloody good amp.

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Bought this amp new in Australia for A$799.

I wanted a tube sounding solid state amp which didn't cost a fortune. It has a good range of sounds and the clean channel is really Vox/Fenderish (I know for a fact, as I have an old AC30 on loan which I have to return) Goodby tubes (unless someone gives me a lot of cash, and I would still keep the Peavey)

A pity its made in China, but most electronic components come out of there anyway, regardless of what amp you buy. Stil, thats why the price is so great. The speaker has no label on it and I think it might be a weak point (I fitted an old JBL 2130 and it sounds brilliant).
Channel switching on footswitch is obvious and should be audibly smoother.

Pretty well-built. It is not a lightweight, and should hold up to abuse like any Peavey I have had.

Bang for buck -can't beat it..not perfect but better and more versatile tube sound and EQ- than my Tech 21 Trademark 60 -which is also a top quality amp. Clean channel close to a vintage Vox.
I would suggest fitting a Celestion or JBL speaker to this amp to make it sound as good as just about anything going around. After 30 years of gigging, I am ready to embrace new technology and I think the tube argument is really up in the clouds..If you think its not as warm as tubes, then have a couple of more beers and try again.

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After comparing all the specs I could find on the web, and hearing all the different amps I could, I decided to purchase the Peavey Bandit 112 from The Whitehouse of Music in West Bend, WI because it was hands-down the best amp of the type I was looking for. I paid $350.00 for it. What a bargain !!

This little amp does it all. It has two channels (footswitchable) that have low, mid, and high EQ adjustment (don't find that on many amps) but it also has a "modern" and "vintage" setting that adjusts the overall voicing of the clean channel. This is very nice. The lead channel has the same feature but also adds a high gain voicing. You can push this channel WAY over the top. Whatever crunch you want, this amp's got it!! The last thing I like is the T Dynamics setting on the power amp. It is described as a power level control (I thought is was like master volume) but it is really a compressor. You can dial-in just the right amount of compression you need.

Stand-alone, the amp is very quiet. When I connect my Peavey UltraVerb II, DigiTech GNX1, or t.c. electronic M-ONE XL to the effects loop there is a noticable rise in the power amp noise, BUT, having the effects inserted this way keeps that noise level constant, cranking-up the input volume doesn't mean even more noise from the effects.
All-in-all, I have no dislikes. I'm very pleased with this amp!

It's light in weight and seems to be built well. I haven't dropped it down the basement stairs (yet) but I expect it would live to play another day.

The bottom line is if you're looking for a nice little combo amp both for playing at home and out gigging, don't look any further. This is your amp !! Just buy one, you won't be disappointed.

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I acquired this Guitar Amplifier from Steve's Music, in downtown Ottawa. The unit was a rather cheap price for 800$ for 300 watts, I tested it in the store and I found it to my liking.

I liked this unit because the channel switching was very convenient and the different tones of distortion and clean channels was also useful. I also liked the Bandit 112 because it had a very clean sound and gave a lot of variety for different tastes in guitar playing.

Although this amplifier was great and there wasn't much I didn't like, there was a slight ringing sound after i played with it for awhile, the ringing sound went away after but I found that if you played it for too long it get's testy and starts making strange noises. Don't let the ringing sound keep you from purchasing the unit, other than that ringing sound it was a superb sounding item, and nothing's perfect anyways.

The construction and quality of this unit were very satisfactory, the stubby squared figure with the hard plastic corners gave it a very durable surface, the leather exterior of it was also a great addition to this amazing piece of work.

In closing I thought that the Bandit 112 is a great amplifie for any performing guitarists of a small crowd. I would highly recommend this unit over any of the other Bandit models, made by Peavey.

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I bought this thang at Bailey Brothers Music in B'ham for 399 i believe. THey threw in a strap and 20 foot chord, so if you figure that in, i paid about 365 for it.


This amp really has some punch. It sounds great, and has namy quickly switched built in effects. I am starting to think tha ti dont need after markey pedals for distortion and such.


Hrmm, so far i like it. There is nothing to complain about.

This amp is LOUD and sounds good when LOUD. Lots of knobs to have fun with and find your sound. Once again Good clean LOUD amp.


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I purchased this amp from a local guitar shop. I play everything from the Beatles to Metallica. This amp is unbelievable!!! You want classic rock just a flip of the switch and it sounds like a clean classic tone. Sounds like your running a 60's amp with the whole tube thing going!!! Another flip and adjustment on the amp and you can play Country music! Yet another flip and adjustment and your sounding like Metallica! This amp is awsome for the whole $378.00 I paid. Has 12" speaker and 100watts / 80 watts power!!!

Appearance is very desirable. Peavey really took care of use on this one right down to the small detail on the control panel.

Notta'!!! nothing!!! This amp rocks!!!! Why does Peavey not stand out more to all other muscians?!?!?!

American made need I say anymore??? awsome.

The best money I've spent in a long time! I rate this over my Marshal amp!! Keep up the great work Peavey!!!!

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The Peavey Bandit 112 is the flagship combo in the company's venerable line of transtube amplifiers. It's been in production for decades and has survived the changing times regardless of the era. This newest version is an 80 watt 1x12 combo with two channels, one for clean and the other for drive. The amp also has onboard reverb and an effects loop, which are very handy. This modern version of the amp has an updated and modern looking cosmetic structure with lots of classy chrome accents. Sadly though the parts on this amp do feel cheaper and more likely to break with mild use when compared to the older models. They also have a Sheffield speaker replacing the Blue Marvel version.

UTILIZATION

Getting a good sound out of this amp is pretty easy. Peavey gear has a fairly intuitive interface that is able to be dialed in for a whole host of sounds by any player. The channels are laid out in typical fashion with gain, volume and EQ controls. As well, there are voicing switches on the front panel that alter the tonal structure of the amp by giving it a more vintage or more modern voice. The transtube technology is really something cool... It does indeed make the amp sound, and FEEL more like a higher powered tube rig with more sponginess and compression to bring out natural overtones in the sound. Awesome.

SOUNDS

The Bandit 112 is one of those amps that sounds excellent with a whole variety of guitars and tonal styles. The clean channel is very nice and pristine. It's a bit flat sounding at times and lacks a bit of the sparkle I like in a clean tone but for a solid state tone it's pretty good for sure. I like it as well when hit with more gain or a boost pedal for a gutsy and crisp blues tone. The drive tones are great too. Whether you're doing classic arena rock or modern thrash metal, this amp has a very clear and defined tone that at times really does sound like a decent tube rig. The voicing switches really come in handy here to alter the tone to different levels and types of gain structure. Props to Peavey, this is an admirable sounding rig for sure.

OVERALL OPINION

All in all I think the Peavey Bandit 112 is a fantastic solid state jamming amp with a great layout, cool looks and some very tubelike tones within. The parts used could be better but for an amp of this price it can be overlooked. At about $350 new these amps are a great buy for anyone who needs a high wattage combo for jamming or gig situations that sounds like the tube amps costing a lot more!

Combo amp 80 watts RMS or 100 Watts RMS with additional 8 ohm speaker.

* Speaker 12''(305mm) Sheffield.
* 2-channel Prampli contrlable by pdalier.
* 3-band EQ on each channel.
* Between low and high.
* Slecteur of Tone Modern / Vintage on clean channel.
* Slecteur of High Tone Gain / Modern / Vintage on the Lead channel.
CONTRL * T-Dynamics and prsence.
* Rverb with CONTRL level.
* Effects loop with contrlable pdalier.
* Output prampli between Tagus and power.
* External speaker output.
Dimensions: 20''(508mm) H x 23.4''(594mm) L x 11.3''(287mm) P.
Weight: 46.4lbs (21.07kg).
* Footswitch optional

For me it is complete, it lacks a lamp

UTILIZATION

The quality is prampli personally, I play this amp with a Gibson sg standard, ibanez and a 77 custom or three shovels full diffrent jobtiens with these three and they sound great, and all that quite easily.
Personally, I play almost exclusively on the Tone vintage clean and lead, the sound has got me really great!

SOUNDS

Particulirement I play more rock / hard rock style of Led Zeppelin, ACDC, queen, scorpions ... short, for most it is ncessaire to have his warm and fat, and he comes ... He even had the right time to find the sound I needed, because the bass is not a dominant and got my ds that increases a little, "g che "Aiges a bit, that's why we really need to go minuscieusement ...
In terms of death, thrash, black etc. ... I think it will be fine even if the HP is too much saturated sil gain and too low ...

OVERALL OPINION

Finally, I have been using it about 6 months now and I'm pretty happy I went through a lot of amp before finding this one (Marshall MG100, h & k. ..).
The report quality price honnte trs.
With exprience, I would do this choice, in short if I just change it to buy an amp lamp

We had to make a full transistor
with a power of 80W, with 100 housing supplmentaire
the connection is enough to complte what you can do
2 inputs, high and low (always fun) to clear a volume, a 3-band eq and a selector of "voicing" a selector channel, distortion, pre and post gain, 3 band EQ and also a "voicing" a reverb, no effects (good).

UTILIZATION

Setup is simple and classic ASEZ
we get easily a good sound when looking around
and no need for manual, it's going almost alone

SOUNDS

It should be a little PRSA all kinds of music
I play Ibanez RG 3120, schecter c1 blackjack and Gibson Explorer with zoom g9,
I get almost the whole range between a metal and arpges BMOL in the crunch and blues.
I love the crystal clear trs kind fender and almost distos msa, I hate the crunch too "grimey" and the blues without heat

OVERALL OPINION

I use it only for a year at home, it's perfect
I love his polyvalenceet the power selector in the back, you can almost do everything, but must be modified to get the meilleurdommage that the pedals are not provided, it would have t more.
I have tried other products of the same type (Marshall MG100 etc.., horrible)
I jug trs good for the price.
I would do without this choice hsiter, I was looking for a powerful enough amp for rpeter a home, I directly replace the original HP by a celestion g12hot100 (+ / - 68 eur), foot, 80 seventy one would have sufficed (cheaper) but has done so much

* Speaker 12''(305mm) Sheffield ®.
* 2-channel preamp controlled by pedals.
* 3-band EQ on each channel.
* High and low inputs.
Selector * Tone Modern / Vintage on clean channel.
Selector * High Tone Gain / Modern / Vintage on the Lead channel.
* Controls T-Dynamics ® and presence.
* Reverb with level control.
* Effects loop controlled by pedals.
* Preamp output and input power stage.
* External speaker output.
Dimensions: 20''(508mm) H x 23.4''(594mm) L x 11.3''(287mm) P.
Weight: 46.4lbs (21.07kg).
* Footswitch optional

Aside from the fact that it is a transistor (but it's a choice we made a purchase), the characteristics are suitable.
The most annoying is in fact the absence of the footswitch.

UTILIZATION

The configuration is relatively simple, there are no knobs which 36,000 are useless.
It's pretty easy to get a clean channel a lead channel (classic-modern) with High and Low Mid, nothing complicated, a Reset and a boost (soloist). You get to an acceptable sound relatively easy and the manual is clear and even offers different combinations to get the sound you want, it sounds clean metal blues or jazz.

SOUNDS

This amp is really a top-level clean. One can easily get a clean sound like Metallica (Fade to Black, Welcome Home Sanitarium ...), or the Red Hot (Californication, Scar Tissue ...).
As lead is still worse. To play the trash is pretty decent (it comes out on a lot of Metallica, Megadeth, Anthrax ...) and you can almost ACCESS Master of Puppets sound, almost a cause of Speakers who respond poorly to Strong bass.
To play Metalcore (Trivium, Bullet ...) it is okay but nothing more. The making of micro-breaks does not like the amp, you can easily hear the sustain.
For the death or black, good enough no more.
Finally, easy access to acute, I must say that it is widely quoted solo acceptable (for me at least, I use a ESP LTD EX-400), and the Children of Bodom for example I should amply , but without too much abuse the Pre-Gain.
In the bandit's Blues 112 2007 is very good and you can have fun without problem. Jazz side it is convenient, nothing more.
So depending on the style you want to achieve this large may or may not suit us. Which earned him the note of 7 / 10, all being relatively positive.

OVERALL OPINION

- How long have you use it?
I use it for the past seven months.
- What is so special that you like most and least?
What I like most about the Bandit 112 is a clean sound is really quite impressive. I also like the lead sound was provided either in the trash where it is really good, or of death where he is also.
- Have you tried many other models before buying it?
Hum actually not much actually. I was looking for already in this price range. I tested the Marshall Mg 100 Dfx after that to me is much worse than the peavey bandit 112 for both clean that lead. I also tested the Valveking 112, roughly equivalent lamp version. I also enjoyed it but it was 100 euros more expensive.
- How would you rate the quality / price?
Rappport the price / quality seems very good to beat.
- With experience, you do again this choice? ...
With experience, I would hesitate more fully before making this choice, because I think that despite its 100 euros more Valvaking the 112 is better, I would have to wait to have 100 euros more and gain the lamp which is still better in terms of quality. The Bandit 112 is nevertheless an amp of choice is sufficient for what I do.