Cheap AD5 - UKers L@@K

[Fran]

Most 30w - 40w valve amps operate on the basis they will be used at low volumes besides gigging volume, the pre amp section is often separate to the master, nowadays there is no need to crank the amp to push the valves like your playing at Stonehenge.
Considering you can buy several second hand valve amps of this size for £300 and upwards i dont see the point in these 5 watters.

This is true but.........perhaps this Youtube demo by Realdocloco of a couple of 5W amps can convince you of their value as a quality practice amp.



For me, I think the deal is you get a decent tube sound from such a small, light amp. It takes up no room. Easy to just pick up and go, you can stroll about the house and check out the acoustics of each room without breaking your back. Easy to take round to your mates for a jam session....
horses for courses I guess.

Ayo, I'll have a look at that when I get home. Although I did say most larger amps are now suitable for home practice as well as larger rooms.