Watt Tube

How loud is a 5 watt Tube Amp?

Hey,
Im looking at the Blackstar HT 5 tube Head.
Its really nice, but im not sure if its load enough
Id probably run it through a 1×12 or sumthing, nothing to big
I will be using it for just jamming with a couple of friends, and on occasion even a drummer.
I have a solid State 30 watt, will it be louder?
Will it be loud enough for the drummer on the OD channell

5 watts is strictly a practice amp. You’ll never be heard over a drummer. There does seem to be an apparent difference in loudness between tube amps and solid state, but even with the ‘tube’ advantage, 5 watts just won’t cut it. I have a vintage Fender Champ 5 watt tube amp and tried it at band practice once….exactly once. I’m in a country band. We play at low volume, and still the 5 watt wasn’t enough for practice in the living room.

Your 30 watt solid state would be a more realistic choice if you’re playing with a drummer. It won’t handle a gig, but will be fine at practice volume….assuming you don’t practice at full volume, of course. If you want to gig, you’ll need at least 40 watts tube or 60 watts solid state.

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Mike Brunt is a director of Specialized Lighting Concepts a New Zealand leader in LED lights and emerging lighting technologies.

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