The Micro Terror from Orange Amps has been a staple of our gear for years here around the shop, so we were super-stoked when we got word that Orange was sending us their latest small amp concoction. The Terror Stamp 20W Hybrid Tube Pedal Amp is a pedalboard-friendly piece of gear, for sure, measuring just 5.4″ x 2.4″ x 3.9″, but it still brings all the power and tone you’re used to from an Orange amplifier. Just one button, yes, but there’s a lot to discuss about this teeny tiny gem…
The Terror Stamp is based on the Micro Dark with a few minor tweaks to the gain structure and the CabSim, with the added feature of being able to set up two volume levels and switch between them. The hybrid Valve/Solid State design gives you the best of both worlds. From crystal-clean to thundering high-gain, the ECC83 (12AX7)-based preamp has all the harmonics, dynamics and feel you’d expect, while the 20W Class AB Solid State power amp keeps things small, dependable and sounding great at any volume.
This little monster fits right into your signal chain without ever compromising sound quality. Not only that, but connecting directly to the FX Return turns this little monster into a 20W power amp for whatever pedals, preamps or modelers you can throw at it. For part of the demo below, we also connected the FX Send directly to our Strymon Iridium Amp & Cab IR, with stunning results. The analog CabSim circuit also acts as a Headphone Out, providing instant access to a very Orange-flavored 4×12 speaker emulation.
The lone footswitch allows you to flip flop between the settings for the Volume 1 and Volume 2 knobs, while the Shape knob crams a whole load of character and control into a single dial. Turn it counter-clockwise for a mid-forward voicing, or clockwise for a classic scoop. Whether you’re rocking it solo after the kiddos are asleep, impressing your bandmates with some sick new sounds or blowing away an audience at a socially-distanced outdoor event, the Terror Stamp 20W Hybrid Tube Pedal Amp gives you everything you need in one unique, discreet package. Cheers to Orange Amps on somehow cramming everything we all love about their small amps into and even smaller enclosure, and making it an excellent (and lightweight) travel companion. Check out their website for more info, and be sure to watch our demo below to hear this little beauty in action!
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