Bad Cat Black Cat 20-Watt Combo Amplifier *Used*

Experience the effortless brilliance of this Bad Cat Black Cat Combo, a reimagined classic from the boutique amp makers at Bad Cat, designed to bridge vintage inspiration with modern versatility. Built in Costa Mesa, California, this 20-watt, 1x12" tube combo is powered by a cathode-biased pair of EL84 tubes and driven by three 12AX7 preamp tubes, offering a remarkably loud yet controllable output with plenty of headroom for live settings and effective master volume controls for home use. Encased in a rugged Baltic birch cabinet dressed in black vinyl with gold grille cloth and piping, it’s loaded with a 60-watt Celestion speaker (a Bad Cat-tuned variation of the Vintage 30) for punchy, articulate tone. In good condition with light signs of use, this amp shows the subtle wear of a working musician’s tool, fully functional and ready to perform.

The Black Cat features two distinct channels—Channel 1 for bright, chimey cleans with complex midrange character, and Channel 2 for thicker, throatier overdrive with ample gain—each with independent volume and master controls, sharing a 3-band EQ (treble, bass, cut), reverb, and tremolo settings. The bias-modulated tremolo ranges from subtle pulse to staccato chop, while the studio-quality digital reverb adds lush depth without overpowering your sound. A buffered effects loop ensures seamless pedal integration, and a comprehensive set of speaker outputs (4, 8, 16 ohms, plus 2x8 and 2x16 options) alongside a line out offers flexibility for any rig. Included are the original 2-button footswitch (for channel switching and tremolo on/off) and a padded amp cover, keeping this beast protected on the road or at home.

Amplifier & Speaker: 20-watt all-tube combo with a 1x12" Bad Cat Celestion 60-watt speaker, driven by two EL84 power tubes and three 12AX7 preamp tubes for dynamic, responsive tone.

Controls & Features: Two channels with independent volume and master controls, shared 3-band EQ, digital reverb, and bias-modulated tremolo, plus a buffered effects loop and line out for versatile connectivity.

Condition: Good condition with light signs of use, fully functional with no major issues.

Accessories: Includes the original 2-button footswitch and padded amp cover for protection and convenience.

Perfect for guitarists seeking a premium tube amp with a lively, instinctive feel, this used Bad Cat Black Cat Combo blends classic tone with modern flexibility. Whether you’re dialing in rootsy cleans or gritty overdrive for blues, rock, or country, its effortless response and road-ready build make it a standout choice at an incredible value.