![]() ![]() It just sounds better with the volume working harder and the headphone output is a little harsh for sustained solo practice sessions.Īt £99, it's hard to bet against the Micro Terror being another winner for Orange. You might struggle to get pristine cleans out of the Micro Terror, however: it really does like to rock.ĭespite its incredibly compact size, this is an amp that's most at home on stage or in a soundproof studio. Through a more substantial cabinet, there's no shortage of low end, and this translates into even bigger versions of the sounds we've already described, opening the door to everything from a rich Keith Richards-style breaking up rhythm chime right through to stoner rock. While the PPC108 cab might seem a little boxy in isolation, for studio recording, it's just the ticket for a Dave Davies-style garage-rock bark, with none of the boomy bottom end that you might usually need to EQ out when mixing. Fans of classic rock guitar raunch will be in their element as this tiniest of Terrors pumps out a ferocious crunch with no shortage of character.įor fans of Led Zeppelin, AC/DC or even Oasis, there's a whole lot to love here. Once stationary, with the volume and gain controls working hard, we're struck by how unexpectedly loud this thing is. In addition, although the supplied 15-volt DC mains 'wall wart' adaptor works perfectly, it's not as readily replaceable as a regular kettle lead, so you may want to consider obtaining a backup for regular live use. With little more than a careless tug of your guitar lead, the unit can be dragged off the top of a speaker cabinet or desk.įor live use we'd recommend using tape or Velcro to secure the Micro Terror in place. ![]() So can an amplifier this physically small really deliver the kind of juicy crunch upon which Orange built its reputation?īefore we answer that question, it's worth noting that an amp head this light can get very mobile, very quickly, even when equipped with non-slip rubber feet. The amplifier's four-ohm minimum impedance output will safely drive eight- or 16-ohm cabs, but needs to be matched with a four-ohm load to deliver the full 20 watts. Orange's specially-designed eight-inch speaker-loaded PPC108 cabinets (£59 each)Ĭan be used in conjunction with the Micro Terror for cute mini-stack bedroom or studio thrills, but for the stage you'll likely require something somewhat beefier as far as cabs are concerned. ![]()
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