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Description
The Peavey 6505 Guitar Amp Head is a titan in the world of rock and metal, offering a sonic experience that is both powerful and versatile. Crafted for those who crave the classic, raw tones of high-gain tube amplification, this amp head is a staple for professional musicians and enthusiasts alike. Its 120 watts of all-tube power deliver a sound that's both fierce and articulate, ensuring that every riff and solo cuts through the mix with clarity and precision. The Peavey 6505 is renowned for its dual-channel design, allowing players to switch seamlessly between rhythm and lead tones, while the presence and resonance controls provide additional shaping of your sound.
Beyond its formidable sound capabilities, the Peavey 6505 is built to withstand the rigors of both stage and studio. Its robust construction and intuitive layout make it a reliable choice for touring musicians. Whether you're playing intimate venues or massive arenas, this amp head is designed to meet the demands of any performance setting. Embrace the legacy of a sound that has defined genres and inspired countless artists with the Peavey 6505 Guitar Amp Head.
Key Features:
- 120 watts of all-tube power
- Dual-channel design for versatile tone switching
- Presence and resonance controls for sound shaping
- Durable construction for reliable performance
- Classic high-gain tone ideal for rock and metal
Product specs
| Amp Type | tube |
| Total Power | 120w |
| Weight | 48.3 lbs. |
Videos
Rob Chapman
Peavey 6505 Mini Head - Devastating Tone.... said the Baboon!
Peavey 6505 Mini Head - Devastating Tone.... said the Baboon!
Rob Chapman
Peavey 6505 Amps - The Big Ones!
Rob Chapman
Peavey 6505 Mini Head Guitar Amplifier Demo by Sweetwater Sound
Sweetwater
Peavey 6505 in-depth demo! (18 guitars)
Sonic Drive Studio
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American Musical Supply
Peavey 6505 Guitar Amplifier Head - Peavey 6505
American Musical Supply
Reviews
PROS
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Classic, powerful, beefy tone for brutal metal guitar
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Ideal for metal genres with high gain settings
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Suitable for studio and rehearsal spaces
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Versatile from ODs to high gain settings
CONS
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Not optimal for music requiring strong low end
Critic Reviews
5.0 out of 5
Based on 5 Reviews and 39 Ratings
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I like it
Previously, when I was recording in a studio in my city, there was this tube head with a cabinet .. and to be honest, it’s a very cool amplifier, although it wasn’t very suitable for the music I made because of its “low end”, but in my opinion it’s excellent for a studio or rehearsal space option !
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Metal Monster!!
I have the new 6505 1992 Original and it's a monster!!! Metal machine!!!
A machine made to kill.
What can I say? When it comes to brutal metal guitar tone, Peavey 6506 is an absolute classic and class for itself. The amonunt of powerful, beefy tone it generates could feed Africa for, like, a decade.
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the Beast
You can go wrong with this head if you wanna from ODs to Hi hgain settings.
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wait, is it good for playng metal?
Artist usage
Add artistPat is seen in this image playing through a Peavey 6505.
In this video, Misha's gear is also shown to consist of a regular 6505 amp head.
The amp can be seen on this video.
Matt has a 6505 amp in his collection. He states that throughout trivium’s history, they have always used a 5150 style amp. Either a peavey 5150, evh 5150 III, or a Peavey 6505
According to this auction listing by backstagauctions.com, Paul Gray used a Peavey 6505.
This image shows the equipment used by Max for the band Cavalera Conspiracy. The rig includes a Peavey 6505 head. Source.
Varg Vikernes is shown using the Peavey 6505 Guitar Amp Head in a photo from Burzum, highlighting its role in his music creation.
Today, Ted Nugent uses Peavey 6505 heads onstage. According to Nugent at (15:40), he experimented with Peavy 5150s while playing with his band the Damn Yankees, “just as an experiment…It sounded awesome. And so I stuck with it and today I’m using 6505s.”
"A detailed gear diagram of Corey Beaulieu's Trivium stage setup that traces the signal flow of the equipment in his 2010 guitar rig. Corey was interview for this guitar rig."
According to a Peavey article from April 2012 celebrating 20 years of the 6505 amp, Robb Flynn is a longtime user of it:
"Machine Head’s Robb Flynn has used the amp since the recording sessions for his band’s debut, Burn My Eyes, in the early ‘90s. “We were trying to get a modern, heavy tone,” he said. “And when we came across [the 6505], it was crushing. It’s got a really incredible midrange growl that works so well.”"
Genre Affinity
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metal
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rock
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metalcore
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melodic metalcore
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death metal
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alternative metal
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hard rock
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heavy metal
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melodic death metal
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thrash metal
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nu metal
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black metal
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Community recommendations + pairings
Add recommendation$699.99 - $1,299.99
6505+ has a higher gain lead channel and a lower gain clean channel for clean (plus a crunch switch to make the clean channel high gain also)
$350.00 - $699.99
This mini marvel is a testament to Peavey's expert craftsmanship, delivering the much-loved tones of the legendary series in a portable package. The 6505 Mini Head is a tube guitar amplifier that offers a potent blend of classic crunch and modern versatility, making it the perfect companion for musicians on the go.
$649.73 - $1,108.99
Laney tends to be excellent at manufacturing mid-priced clones of famous amplifiers.
$358.77
Peavey 6505+ but in combo amp format. 60 watts and 1 12” speaker.
$999.99 - $1,499.99
Peavey's 6505 II marks the 30th anniversary of one of metal's most iconic guitar amplifiers. Armed with six 12AX7 preamp tubes, a 6L6GC-fueled power section, and a custom-built output transformer, this 120-watt behemoth is true to form, both cosmetically and sonically, to the original 6505 — right down to the plexiglass on its front. This footswitchable 2-channel tube head includes a 3-band EQ, plus Resonance and Presence knobs, on each channel. You also get per-channel Pre gain and Post gain controls. What's more, a footswitchable Crunch boost and Bright switch on the Rhythm channel propel you from spanking cleans to a full-blown pyroclastic surge without missing a beat. A Preamp Out jack and an effects loop round out the 6505 II's arena-ready features. If you want to harness the sound of modern metal, the 6505 II is the latest iteration of the amp that originally defined it.
$650.00 - $1,499.99
Armed with five 12AX7 preamp tubes, a 6L6GC-fueled power section, and a custom-built output transformer, this 120-watt fire-breather is a spot-on re-creation of the early-'90s classic.
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