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The SYN-50 packs the power of Synergy's modular preamp system into an all-tube amp head. A 6L6-loaded power section provides loads of clean headroom, making the SYN-50 an ideal platform for your favorite modules. Don't worry though, the SYN-50 can easily pull off pushed crunch if that's your thing. The SYN-50 is a tonal chameleon, thanks to two preamp module docks that give you a total of four footswitchable channels. Synergy's modular preamps have been voiced by the industry's most renowned amp designers, and the SYN-50 is a great way to push these legendary tones through a cabinet. The SYN-50 features a cabinet-simulated output, MIDI programming, and effects loop., and effects loop.





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Are you a traditional head-and-cabinet sort of guy, but want to benefit from the versatility of Synergy's modular preamp system? If that describes you, you'll love the SYN-50. Loaded with three 12AX7s in the preamp section and two 6L6s in the power section, the SYN-50 delivers 50 watts of pure tube tone. Two preamp module docks unlock four channels of boutique-quality tone. The SYN-50 packs enough power to push your module's sound through a 4 x 12" cab, while global Presence, Density, and Master Volume controls shape your amp's overall character. Add to that a transparent effects loop, and you've got a classic tube amp with modern flexibility.





4 x 12" cab sold separately.


Preamp modules sold separately.


Modular preamp system yields maximum tonal flexibility





Thanks to Synergy's modular preamp system, the SYN-50 is one of the most flexible amp heads on the planet ? it can transform into anything you want. Give the T/DLX and Diezel VH4 modules a spin to go from California cleans to ferocious high-gain. Or pair Morgan AC and Friedman BE modules for different shades of British-style chime and crunch. With the SYN-50, these coveted tones can easily be yours. And swapping out modules is as easy as loosening a set of thumbscrews. The amp automatically adjusts its cathode biasing circuitry for you. You won't find many other 4-channel amp heads that are as versatile as the SYN-50.





Synergy Amplification





Merriam-Webster defines synergy as, "A mutually advantageous conjunction or compatibility of distinct business participants." With Synergy Amplification's combining of tube-amp talents that includes Dave Friedman (Friedman), Joe Morgan (Morgan), Steven Fryette (Fryette and VHT), Mike Soldano (Soldano), and Peter Diezel (Diezel), the name is a perfect fit. Each product is painstakingly crafted by these titans of the tube-amp world, ensuring every nuance of their legendary amplifiers is translated to your tone. For the most iconic tones in the most convenient package possible, Sweetwater is proud to offer you Synergy Amplification.





Synergy SYN-50 Features:


50-watt all-tube amp head for Synergy preamp modules


3 12AX7 preamp tubes ensure rich harmonic performance


2 6L6 power tubes provide loads of clean headroom


2 preamp module docks unlock four channels of boutique-quality tone


Modular preamps are voiced by the industry's most renowned amp designers (modules sold separately)


Global Presence, Density, and Master Volume controls shape your amp's overall character


Transparent effects loop for integrating your external pedals and processors


Cabinet-simulated output for direct recording or connection to a PA


Footswitchable channel switching (4-button, programmable footswitch included)


MIDI-capable switching