What tubes does the VHT Special 6 Ultra - Clean use?

The VHT Special 6 Ultra - Clean uses 1× 12AX7 preamp tubes and 1× 6V6 power tubes.

When was the VHT Special 6 Ultra - Clean produced?

The VHT Special 6 Ultra - Clean was produced 2012–2020.

VHT Special 6 Ultra - Clean preset

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The VHT Special 6 Ultra is an enhanced version of the popular Special 6, adding a boost circuit, tone control switching, and additional gain options. It brought boutique-quality tube tone into an affordable single-ended format, beloved by home players and recording guitarists.

Years produced: 2012–2020
Made in: USA
Wattage: 6W
Channels: 2
Preamp tubes: 1× 12AX7
Power tubes: 1× 6V6

Tags: american, vintage, clean, crunch.

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