Description

Peavey's genre-defining high-gain legacy continues with the 6505 II guitar amp head. Like the original 6505 head, the 6505 II offers two (2) distinct channels. This time, however, the 6505 II adds separate EQ, Resonance, and Presence controls to each individual channel. These added features give you more control and flexibility over your sound and power output. An upgraded footswitch provides easy control of channel selection, effects loop, and Crunch features. Now you can instantly access that extra gain in the Rhythm Channel with your foot and never have to take your hand off the guitar. With the expanded power and features of the 6505 II guitar amp head behind you, unleash your signature sound in the studio or on stage. A 2-channel monster Enjoy customizing your favorite tones with channel-specific Pre-Gain, Post-Gain, Resonance, and Presence knobs that allow for extensive sonic manipulation. Ride the glassy crisp-clean rhythm tones or stomp the crunch to unleash the stadium-shaking overdrive you expect from this beast of an amp. Tap into endless sustain and let your tones ring throughout the arena.

Features

Two channels
Independent channel EQ
Per-channel Presence and Resonance
Pre/Post Gain per channel
Footswitchable Crunch and effects loop

Why We Like This

Independent tone and power-amp shaping on the two channels is the useful change from a shared control section. It lets a clean or rhythm sound and a lead sound take different shapes.

FAQs

Q: Does it need a separate speaker cabinet?
A: An amplifier head needs a compatible cabinet or a manufacturer-approved silent operating setup. Follow the model’s load instructions.

Q: Should I use a guitar cable to the cabinet?
A: Use a suitable speaker cable for an amplifier’s powered speaker output.

Q: Can the direct output power a passive speaker?
A: No. A direct output feeds compatible recording or PA equipment rather than supplying speaker power.

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Tech Specs

Active Presence:	+10 dB at 2 kHz.
Active Resonance:	+10 dB at cabinet resonant frequency.
Channels and controls:	Rhythm and Lead channels, each with independent Pre-Gain, Post-Gain, passive Low/Mid/High EQ, Resonance, and Presence. Rhythm channel Bright and Crunch switches.
Clean input level:	Nominal -30 dBV (30 mV RMS); minimum -34 dBV (20 mV RMS); maximum 0 dBV (1.0 V RMS). Subtract 24 dB with Crunch engaged.
Clean-channel system hum and noise:	Greater than 63 dB below rated power at nominal level (20 Hz–20 kHz, unweighted).
Connections:	1/4-inch guitar input, effects send and return, and preamp output; two parallel 1/4-inch speaker outputs.
Dimensions (H × W × D):	10 × 26.625 × 11.75 inches (25.4 × 67.6 × 29.8 cm).
Effects return:	Input impedance 470 kΩ; designed level -10 dBV (300 mV RMS).
Effects send:	Load impedance 47 kΩ or greater; nominal output -10 dBV (300 mV RMS).
Frequency response:	+0, -3 dB, 50 Hz–20 kHz at 100 W RMS into 8 ohms.
Included footswitch:	Three-button metal footswitch with LED indicators and detachable 25-foot cable, controlling channel selection, effects loop, and Rhythm Crunch.
Lead input level:	Nominal -60 dBV (1 mV RMS); minimum -76 dBV (0.15 mV RMS).
Power amplifier hum and noise:	Greater than 75 dB below rated power.
Power at clipping:	130 W RMS into 16, 8, or 4 ohms, typically at 5% THD, 1 kHz, and 120 V AC line. Bias must be reduced to measure.
Power consumption (domestic):	400 watts, 50/60 Hz, 120 V AC.
Preamp input impedance:	470 kΩ.
Preamp measurement conditions:	1 kHz; Low and High EQ at 10; Mid EQ at 0; Bright off; Lead and Rhythm Post-Gain at 10; Presence and Resonance at 0 dB. Nominal levels measured with Pre-Gain at 5; minimum levels with Pre-Gain at 10.
Preamp output:	Load impedance 47 kΩ or greater; nominal output +10 dBV (3 V RMS).
Product Type:	Guitar Amp Head
Rated output:	120 W RMS into 16, 8, or 4 ohms.
Rhythm Bright switch:	+6 dB at 2 kHz.
Speaker impedance:	Selectable 4, 8, or 16 ohms; minimum speaker load 4 ohms.
Tube complement:	Six 12AX7 preamp tubes (one for Clean/Crunch, three for Lead, one for effects, and one phase splitter); four 6L6GC power tubes.

Delivery & Returns

At Gear Club Direct, we want you to be happy with your purchase. We understand that there are times when once a product is received, it may not be what you needed or wanted after all. So, we will gladly accept your qualifying return within 15 days of the delivery date. After 15 days of the delivery date, all sales are final.

The Return Process
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