Revv Dynamis D20 MK2 Joey Landreth Edition

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

Born from the collaboration between Revv and Joey Landreth, the Dynamis D20 Joey Landreth Edition carries the sonic DNA that made the D25 JL Edition a success in 2023, but in a head format requested by many guitarists. The goal is clear: to preserve what made the combo version so inspiring (brighter highs, integrated reverb, foot-controllable gain boost) while offering a modern and compact solution designed for current uses: on-stage cabinet, direct recording, or silent playing via load and speaker simulations.

Who This Amp Is For

The Dynamis D20 Joey Landreth Edition is aimed at guitarists seeking an expressive all-tube amp that is immediately rewarding, from intermediate to professional levels. It excels in rehearsal and small to medium-sized venues thanks to its manageable power, and becomes a formidable ally in the studio thanks to its reactive load section and built-in IRs. Style-wise, it targets anything requiring nuance and dynamics: modern blues, roots, Americana, indie, pop, vintage rock, and all contexts where a three-dimensional clean and a crunch that responds to pick attack and guitar volume are sought.

Features and Innovations

This edition emphasizes playability and versatility without unnecessary complexity. It features a full set of controls to shape the sound: gain, volume, treble/mid/bass EQ, as well as a dedicated reverb to add space without masking the attack. Two switches allow further refinement: a treble boost to gain presence in a mix, and a gain boost to move from a subtle edge of breakup to a stronger drive, ideal for solos or contrasting verse/chorus parts.

For pedals, the transparent effects loop with buffer helps maintain clarity and definition, especially with long chains or stereo delays managed downstream. Finally, the "modern" core of the D20 JL lies in the integration of Two-notes Torpedo: onboard IR loader and reactive load, with the ability to control the ecosystem via MIDI. The result: you can switch from a traditional rig (head + cabinet) to a direct-to-PA/recording setup without changing amps or compromising the feel of a true all-tube amplifier.

Sound

The Dynamis D20 Joey Landreth Edition is an all-tube amp designed for dynamics and touch sensitivity. Its preamp and power sections favor a lively clean, with a brighter top end and excellent chord clarity, then a natural transition to crunch when pushing the gain or playing harder. The tone remains articulated, with typical tube compression as you approach saturation, highlighting right-hand nuances, single-coil and humbucker pickups alike, and the instrument's volume/tone settings.

At 20 W, the amp offers more headroom and ideal projection for playing with a drummer while maintaining a solid clean. At 4 W, you more quickly get the sensation of a "power amp working," perfect for expressive playing at reduced volume or stacking overdrives/fuzz while keeping a coherent sound. Add the digital reverb to broaden the sonic field, and you have a premium platform: inspiring for solos, but especially very effective in a mix, with presence that sits easily.

Technical specifications

Effects	Reverb, Amp Simulator	Attenuator	Yes
Category	Guitar amp head	Category	Amplifier
Technology	Tubes	EQ	3 channels
Effects loop	Yes	Color	Brown
Amp tubes	2 x 6V6	Finishing	Pink copper
Pre-amp tubes	2 x 12AX7	Power output	20 W

Limited warranty	2 years	Controls	gain, treble, mid, bass, volume, reverb
Preamp	2 x 12AX7	Switches	treble boost, gain boost
Power	2 x 6V6	Dimensions	25.4 cm x 37.5 cm x 22.2 cm
Power selector	20 W or 4 W	Weight	7 kg