Matchless
Matchless HC-30R 30W Reverb Head Black/Gold
The Matchless HC-30 is the head version of the legendary DC-30 — the amplifier that helped redefine boutique tone. Delivering 30 conservatively rated watts of true Class A power from a quartet of EL84 tubes, the HC-30 offers rich harmonic complexity, massive headroom, and stunning touch sensitivity.
Built around a dual-channel design, each channel features its own unique voicing and tone controls. Channel 1 uses two 12AX7s in a parallel-triode configuration with highly interactive bass and treble controls. Channel 2 is powered by a high-gain EF86 pentode paired with a six-position rotary tone switch, allowing fast, repeatable tonal shaping. From sparkling cleans to full power-tube saturation, the HC-30 delivers world-class tone across virtually any musical style.
Additional professional features include a bypassable master volume, cut control for high-frequency shaping, effects loop, half-power mode (30W / 15W), selectable impedance, and speaker phase-reverse switching. The rectifier section allows the choice between a single 5AR4 for a quicker attack or dual 5V4 tubes for a smoother response.
Housed in a hand-made 11-ply 3/4" Baltic birch head cabinet with the signature backlit Matchless nameplate, the HC-30 is built to exacting standards for stage and studio reliability.
Features & Specs:
Power & Design
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Model: Matchless HC-30
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Type: Tube amplifier head
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Power Output: 30W (switchable to 15W)
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Class: True Class A
Channel Controls
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Channel 1: Volume, Bass, Treble
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Channel 2: Volume, Tone, Cut, Bypassable Master Volume
Features
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Dual inputs for each channel
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Effects loop
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Reverb
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Reverse speaker phase
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Hi/Lo power switch
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3-position rotary impedance selector
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6-position rotary tone switch
Tubes
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Power Tubes: 4 x EL84
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Preamp Tubes: 1 x EF86, 3 x 12AX7
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Rectifier: 1 x 5AR4 or 2 x 5V4G
Speaker Outputs
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Switchable impedance: 4 / 8 / 16 Ohms
A flagship Matchless design in head form, the HC-30 delivers legendary boutique tone with professional flexibility and uncompromising craftsmanship.
