Bad Cat

Bad Cat Amps is a premier American boutique amplifier company known for hand-wired, premium valve circuits that offer rich harmonic complexity and aggressive yet articulate British-voiced tone. Built by hand in Southern California, Bad Cat focusses on exceptional build quality, often featuring point-to-point wiring and proprietary speakers. The model lineup includes modern classics like the highly versatile dual-channel Black Cat (famous for its chime and gain modes) and the aggressive, high-gain punch of the Lynx. Players seeking lower-wattage options are well-served by the Cub and Bobcat series. Bad Cat amplifiers excel at offering a distinct voice that sits perfectly in a mix, balancing vintage EL84 and EL34 character with modern reliability. Used by diverse professional artists such as Jamie Cook of the Arctic Monkeys and Keith Urban, Bad Cat delivers uncompromising, handcrafted valve tone for the most demanding stage and studio environments.