Ace Amplification Evo

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

The Ace Amplification Evo fits the spirit of modern boutique amp heads: a compact format, usable power, and a true sonic personality. With this Evo version, the brand aims for a balance between clean inspired by American classics and a modern lead channel, emphasizing build quality and simplified maintenance thanks to the no-bias system. Without multiplying options, the Evo goes straight to the point: two effective channels, an attenuator, an effects loop, and a tube architecture designed to play "like a pro."

Who This Amp Is For

This all-tube guitar amp head is aimed at musicians from intermediate to professional level who want a simple yet expressive platform. In rehearsal and live settings, the 20 Watts in Class A provide enough punch to hold the band, while the 2 Watts attenuation allows working on touch and saturation at home or in the studio. Style-wise, the Evo covers a wide range: blues and classic rock for rich, dynamic phrasing; hard rock and metal for tight riffs and solid gain reserves.

Features and Innovations

The Ace Amplification Evo offers 2 clearly defined channels. Each channel has its own Volume and Gain controls for quick switching from an open clean to a more compressed drive. The Drive channel features a 3-band EQ (Bass, Mid, Treble) to precisely shape the low end, midrange bite, and brightness. The 20 Watts / 2 Watts attenuator is a real asset for achieving pushed amp behavior without blasting the volume. For pedalboard integration, there is a convenient effects loop (perfect for delay and reverb after distortion) and a footswitch input allowing external channel switching (footswitch not included). Finally, the no-bias system simplifies tube replacement without recalibration, with the option to switch from 6L6 to EL34 tubes depending on the desired tonal character.

Sound

As a true all-tube amp head, the Evo focuses on a lively response: sharp attack, marked dynamics, and the typical "under the fingers" feel of tube circuits. The Clean channel, described as "Fender"-style, favors a bright, airy clean ideal for defined chords, arpeggios, and clear delay effects. The Drive channel moves toward a modern high gain, capable of going from a muscular crunch to more aggressive saturation, with solid low-end retention: present bass and well-defined highs to maintain precision in riffs. The 6L6 tubes generally provide a full and massive sound, while switching to EL34 can steer the amp toward a more mid-focused and incisive character, depending on your cabinet and guitar.

Technical specifications

Category	Guitar amp head	Category	Amplifier
Technology	Tubes	Number of channels	2
Effects loop	Yes	EQ	3 channels
Amp tubes	6L6, 2 x EL34	Color	Black
Cabinet impedance (Ω)	8 Ω	Finishing	Steel
Attenuator	Yes	Power output	20 W

Power	20 Watts	Speaker outputs	1 x 8 Ohms or 1 x 16 Ohms
Class	Class A	Footswitch input for channel switching	yes (footswitch not included)
Per channel controls	Volume and Gain	Components	custom-designed European components
Drive channel EQ	Bass, Mid, Treble	Assembly	hand-assembled in Greece
Comes with power tubes	6L6	Dimensions (W x D x H)	37 x 20 x 20 cm
Replacement option	compatible with EL34	Weight	7.5 kg
No-bias system	tube changes without recalibration