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Bad Cat Mark Sampson Modified Black Cat Guitar Amplifier Head 30 Watts
$2,039.00 - $2,399.99Bad Cat Mark Sampson Modified Black Cat Guitar Amp Head Mark Sampson is back! The co-founder of the boutique amp movement returned to Bad Cat in early 2024 with a singular mission: revisiting the legendary Black ...12 Payments of $200.00
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Bad Cat Cub Guitar Amplifier Combo 1x12" 30 Watts
$1,869.00 - $2,199.99Introducing the Bad Cat Cub Guitar Amplifier Combo! It’s been a crowd favorite for decades and now it’s back better than ever. This vintage amp has been used on countless stages and recording sessions by some of the...12 Payments of $183.33
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Bad Cat Dual Vintage Overdrive Pedal
$229.95 - $269.99Two Ferocious Overdrives in One The Burmese Drive is a hand-crafted, dual-channel overdrive pedal rooted in the iconic BB circuit—but with the growl and soul only Bad Cat can deliver. Whether you're chasing glas...6 Payments of $45.00
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Bad Cat Black Cat Guitar Amplifier Combo 1x12" 20 Watts
$1,439.00 - $2,399.99Black Cat is different. Sure, we’re going to share some things in common with our forebears, like vacuum tubes, custom transformers, familiar controls and premium Celestion speakers, but what’s under the hood is uni...12 Payments of $200.00
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Bad Cat Cub V Handwired EL34 Combo 1x12 40 Watts
$2,719.00Introducing the Cub V, hand-wired in the USA for unmatched quality and versatility. Built with true point-to-point wiring, the Cub V ensures every component performs at its best, delivering superior reliability and ...12 Payments of $226.58
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Bad Cat Cub V Handwired EL34 Powered Head 40 Watts
$2,799.00 - $3,299.00Introducing the Cub V, hand-wired in the USA for unmatched quality and versatility. Built with true point-to-point wiring, the Cub V ensures every component performs at its best, delivering superior reliability and ...12 Payments of $250.00
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Bad Cat Hot Cat Guitar Amplifier Combo 1x12" 45 Watts
$2,039.00The Hot Cat combo is a force to be reckoned with. Bad Cat has taken everything we've learned about guitar amplifiers over the past two decades and packed it into this powerful and upgraded package. The Hot Cat ...12 Payments of $169.92
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Bad Cat Jet Black Combo Anniversary Edition
$1,779.00 - $2,799.99Introducing the limited-edition Jet Black 25th Anniversary, presented in a stunning silver anniversary aesthetic. The stunning silver tolex is paired with upgraded etched aluminum control panels that enhance the vis...12 Payments of $233.33
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Bad Cat Ocelot Lunchbox Head with Two Notes
$1,169.99 - $1,399.99Bad Cat Ocelot Lunchbox Head with Two Notes The Bad Cat Ocelot Lunchbox Head redefines the compact tube amp game, merging the massive, muscular magic of analog circuitry with the razor-sharp reality of modern dig...12 Payments of $116.67
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Bad Cat Amplifiers
Bad Cat amplifiers are what happens when vintage-inspired tone meets modern muscle. Hand-built in the USA with boutique insides — Class A circuits, rock-solid transformers, and killer touch sensitivity — Bad Cat amps throw down rich harmonics and glassy cleans for players who care more about feel and breakup than fancy screens and modeling. Whether you're after chiming sparkle or thick British grind, you'll find the tones you love with a Bad Cat amp.
Bad Cat Amps: Hand-Built Boutique Tone, Made in the USA
Bad Cat amplifiers are hand-built in the USA using Class A circuits, premium transformers, and point-to-point wiring. Known for rich harmonics, expressive touch sensitivity, and a range that runs from glassy cleans to thick British-inspired breakup, Bad Cat amps deliver boutique tone for players who care about feel and response. American Musical Supply carries Bad Cat amplifiers, cabinets, and pedals with 0% interest financing and VERY fast and free shipping.
What Defines the Bad Cat Sound
Bad Cat amplification is rooted in vintage-inspired circuit design with a modern builder's attention to detail. Every amp uses hand-selected components and true point-to-point wiring, meaning each connection is made by hand rather than through a printed circuit board. The company's designs lean into Class A operation, known for its harmonic richness and natural compression. Roll back your guitar's volume knob, and a Bad Cat amp cleans up smoothly. Dig in with your pick, and the amp responds with more gain and saturation. Bad Cat amps carry a 5-year warranty, reflecting the confidence behind their construction.
Bad Cat Amplifiers Across the Lineup
The Bad Cat lineup covers several power ranges and voicings, each aimed at a different playing scenario.
The Cub V is available in 15-watt (EL84) and 40-watt (EL34) configurations as both a head and combo. It features switchable 12AX7 and EF86 preamp tubes, tube-driven spring reverb, dual master volumes, and a buffered effects loop. Switching between preamp tubes changes the amp's character significantly, giving you access to different tonal personalities from a single amplifier.
The Black Cat has been one of Bad Cat's most recognized designs, and the recent Mod Shop Black Cat 30, revised by co-founder of the boutique amp movement Mark Sampson, pushes it further with four EL84 power tubes and a revoiced tone stack. For players who need more volume from that same foundation, the Jet Black doubles the output with a second pair of EL84s, delivering 38 watts with independent two-channel operation.
For high-gain players, the Lynx is a 50-watt head with two distinct channels: a classic high-gain voice and an ultra-modern channel built for tight, articulate saturation. It includes a uniquely designed noise gate and a buffered active effects loop.
The Ocelot brings Bad Cat tone into a lunchbox format with Two Notes Torpedo integration for built-in cabinet simulation, selectable 1W/20W power modes, and headphone output for silent playing. It’s a strong option for home recording and smaller stages.
Why Players Choose Bad Cat Amplification
Bad Cat amplifiers occupy a space where craftsmanship and tone take priority over feature count. These aren’t amps loaded with digital modeling or dozens of presets. They’re focused, intentional designs that reward players who shape their sound with their hands, their volume knob, and their pick attack. That focus is why Bad Cat amps show up in studios and on stages where tone quality is paramount. Browse our full selection of guitar amplifiers and see how Bad Cat compares.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bad Cat Amps
Where are Bad Cat amps made?
Bad Cat amplifiers are hand-built in the USA using point-to-point wiring and hand-selected components.
What is the warranty on Bad Cat amplifiers?
Bad Cat amps come with a 5-year warranty. Speakers are covered for 3 years, parts and accessories for 2 years, and vacuum tubes for 6 months.
Can Bad Cat amps handle high-gain tones?
Yes. The Lynx is specifically designed for modern high-gain playing with tight low-end response, effective midrange shaping, and a built-in noise gate. The Jet Black and Ocelot also reach into higher-gain territory.
Experience Bad Cat Amps at AMS
From the hand-wired Cub V to the high-gain Lynx, Bad Cat amplifiers are built for players who want tone they can feel. American Musical Supply carries the full Bad Cat lineup with 0% interest financing and VERY fast and free shipping, so you can bring boutique amplification home without the wait. Browse our Bad Cat selection and find the amp that responds the way you play.
