Hiwatt Studio-Stage 20/40 1X12

Name: Studio-Stage 20/40 1X12
Brand: Hiwatt
SKU: 426370
Price: 4949.00 EUR
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EAN : 5060737660583

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Information

Essential Information About the Studio-Stage 20/40 1x12 Amp
• Switchable Power 20 W / 40 W to transition from studio to stage without losing dynamics.
• Fane Acoustics F75 (75 W) 12-inch Speaker in an open-back cabinet for natural projection and articulated mids.
• Preamp with 3 x 12AX7 + 12AT7, power section with 4 x EL84: British tone, fast response, and great definition.
• Single channel with push/pull gain boost, shared 3-band EQ, built-in reverb, and "Hi" / "Low" inputs.

Studio-Stage 20/40 1X12

4.949,00 €VAT incl.

3,00 € Ecotax included

Reference price

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

Designed as a versatile 1x12 combo, the Studio-Stage 20/40 carries the DNA of classic British amps while offering switchable power. Its compact format and 40 W volume reserve place it at the crossroads of modern needs: one amp to record at low volume, rehearse with a drummer, and perform club gigs.

Who This Amp Is For

Ideal for intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a reliable tube combo, the Studio-Stage 20/40 excels in blues, classic rock, indie, pop, and modern pedal-oriented styles. At 20 W, it shines in home studio and rehearsal settings; at 40 W, it provides the necessary headroom for stage use and energetic drummers.

Technical specifications

Effects	Reverb, Preamp	Speaker	Open
Category	Guitar combo	Category	Amplifier
Technology	Tubes	Number of channels	2
Input	2 x jack	Speaker diameter	12"
Output	Cabinet 2 x jack	Number of speakers	1
External cabinet output	No	EQ	3 channels
Effects loop	No	Headphone output	No
Reverb	Yes	Color	Black
Footswitch input	No	Finishing	Black tolex
Amp tubes	4 x EL84	MIDI	No
Pre-amp tubes	12AT7, 3 x 12AX7	Power output	40 W
Cabinet	Straight	Weight	26 kg
Cabinet impedance (Ω)	8 Ω	Dimensions (mm)	550 x 280 x 515

Questions frequently asked

Hiwatt Studio-Stage 20/40: what power for rehearsal and gig?

The power selector allows choosing between 20 W or 40 W. The 20 W mode favors crunch at moderate volume for home studio or rehearsal. At 40 W, the power reserve suits stage use and energetic drummers.

What speaker is equipped in this Hiwatt 1x12 combo?

A 12-inch Fane Acoustics F75, rated at 75 W and 8 ohms, is installed in an open-back cabinet.

Can an external speaker cabinet be connected to the Studio-Stage 20/40?

No external speaker output is indicated. Two speaker outputs on 6.35 mm jacks are present, with selectable impedance of 4, 8, or 16 ohms on the rear panel.

Is there an effects loop or footswitch input?

The connectivity does not include an effects loop or footswitch input. The built-in reverb is controlled directly from the amplifier.

How does the gain boost work and what tubes are used?

The Gain control has a push/pull function that activates a boost, creating two gain levels from a single channel. The power section uses 4 EL84 tubes, while the preamp employs one 12AT7 and three 12AX7 tubes.