What tubes does the Bad Cat Minicat - Normal use?

The Bad Cat Minicat - Normal uses 2× ECC83 preamp tubes and 2× EL84 power tubes.

When was the Bad Cat Minicat - Normal produced?

The Bad Cat Minicat - Normal was produced 2002–present.

Bad Cat Minicat - Normal preset

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The Bad Cat Mini Cat is a compact 15-watt single-channel boutique amp with EL84 output tubes. It delivers sparkling clean tones and natural breakup in a portable, studio-friendly package with Bad Cat's hallmark build quality.

Years produced: 2002–present
Made in: USA
Wattage: 15W
Channels: 1
Preamp tubes: 2× ECC83
Power tubes: 2× EL84

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

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