The new Headstrong Santa Cruz Series of valve amps is inspired by the Blackface models and debuts with a 5W version.
                
                Headstrong adds that the Santa Cruz is not a replica of any specific Blackface guitar amp, but he found inspiration in various versions to create the hand-wired circuit.
To debut this series, Headstrong offers 5–9W combos and head, but more powerful amps should soon be available.
Features:
- 5 – 9W output power
 - Ability to use 6V6 / EL34 / 6L6 power tubes without rebiasing the amp
 - Supports 5Y5 / 5U4 / GZ34 rectifier tubes
 - Hi and Lo inputs
 - Volume control
 - 3-band EQ
 - Tube Reverb
 - Line level output
 - Reverb in and out jacks
 - 8 Ohms speaker outputs
 - 1-button footswitch included
 
The SC-5 combos are available with three speaker options:
- 1×8” : $1375
 - 1×10” : $1425
 - 1×12” : $1475
 
A head is also on the list for $1325, as well as different paid options, including colors, Alnico speakers and extension cabs. More info at headstrongamps.com.
                                                                                                            
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