Bad Cat Mini Cat preset

Verified · 90/100 confidence. Complete schematic. All component values readable. Parameters derived directly from the circuit.

The Mini Cat is Bad Cat's small single-ended amp: one 12AX7 with two gain stages drives a single EL84 in class A for about 5 watts. Controls are simple (volume, bass, treble, master), with a line out. It suits recording and home use, reaching EL84 breakup at low volume.

• Made in: USA
• Wattage: 5W
• Channels: 1
• Preamp tubes: 1× 12AX7
• Power tubes: 1× EL84

Tags: american, boutique, el84, class-a, low-wattage.

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