Got one of the first ones shipped.

The amp is amazing.

Pros:
- Channel 1 in “top boost” mode delivers VOX chime as promised. Sounds great with a 2×12 cabinet. Even sounds great with 1×12 or 1×10, but the 2×12 allows it to really “breathe” in the 15 and 25 watt modes.
- Channel 2 also delivers three amazing tones as promised. “Tweed” models a Blackface Deluxe nicely. H1 sounds amazing as a Marshall stand-in; I find myself using this mode the most. H2 sounds like a Boogie as advertised, but more like the Lone Star than other products. Again, with a 2×12 cab this channel sings but 1×12 or 1×10 does nicely for more intimate settings. A 4×12 with the 25 watt mode rips in H1 mode; it is impressive.
- You can great tones in 5 watt mode, but you must use it in the correct context.

Cons:
- I know that product simpilcity is the objective here, but it would be incredible to be able to access the 3 modes in Channel 2 via a footswitch. Folks in cover bands would appreciate this feature.
- The price may be prohibitive for many people (bewteen $800-$900). I am fortunate that in that I had budgeted and saved for several months to buy a “new toy” straight up prior to shopping.

Overall, before buying this product you must understand why you want it in the first place. I needed more versatility in a low wattage amp (switchable between edgy clean and nicely overdriven) that I use in small settings, and for quick set up situations (e.g., open mike nights) that I could transport easily.

If these are among your objectives, the amp will fit your needs perfectly.
However, if you need a Marshall stack, save your coin and get a Marshall stack. If you need an AC 30 all of the time, get an AC 30. If you need a Tweed Bassman, by all means get one! (Are you detecting a pattern here?)

So, if you can afford it, and have clearly defined needs that match the features offered by this amp, it beats the others in its domain (e.g, Night train, Tiny terror, etc.) hands down.

Hope this helps.

-Aufhausen