What tubes does the Carvin Valvemaster use?

The Carvin Valvemaster uses 12AX7 x4 preamp tubes and EL34 x2 power tubes.

When was the Carvin Valvemaster produced?

The Carvin Valvemaster was produced 1988–1995.

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The Carvin Valvemaster is an all-tube guitar amplifier from the late 1980s to early 1990s representing Carvin's entry into the premium tube amplifier market alongside its solid-state lineup. It features a clean channel and a higher-gain lead channel, both voiced through EL34 power tubes for a slightly British character uncommon in Carvin's American lineup. The Valvemaster is one of the more tonally interesting Carvin designs.

Years produced: 1988–1995
Made in: USA
Wattage: 50W
Channels: 2
Preamp tubes: 12AX7 x4
Power tubes: EL34 x2

Tags: american.

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