Product Description
Achillies Apollo B45 MV
The Apollo B45 MV is the cornerstone of the Apollo range and the amplifier that has come to define the Achillies sound for countless players. Powerful, articulate, and endlessly musical, it delivers the unmistakable feel of a large-format, vintage-inspired circuit—enhanced with a carefully integrated Master Volume that expands its usability far beyond traditional designs.
At its heart, the B45 MV produces bold, piano-like cleans with exceptional clarity, punch, and low-end authority. Notes feel solid and three-dimensional, with a rich harmonic foundation that stays intact even at higher volumes. As the amp is driven, it transitions into a thick, complex overdrive that remains articulate and touch-sensitive, retaining definition while adding grit, growl, and sustain.
The addition of the Master Volume is what truly sets the Apollo B45 MV apart. This feature allows players to explore the full tonal range of the circuit—from pristine cleans to saturated breakup—at practical volumes, without sacrificing feel or harmonic depth. It transforms a legendary-style platform into an amp equally suited for stage, studio, and home use.
Highly responsive to pick attack and guitar volume controls, the B45 MV rewards expressive playing. Roll back for shimmering cleans, dig in for authoritative crunch, or push the front end with pedals—the amp remains open, dynamic, and inspiring in every scenario. It also serves as an exceptional pedal platform, handling boosts, drives, and modulation with ease.
Handwired with the same uncompromising standards found across the Achillies lineup, the Apollo B45 MV combines classic tonal philosophy with modern reliability and consistency.
Tonal Character
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Big, authoritative cleans with exceptional clarity
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Thick, harmonically rich overdrive when pushed
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Tight yet expansive low end with strong note definition
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Highly touch-sensitive and responsive to guitar controls
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Outstanding pedal platform
Key Feature: Master Volume
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Unlocks full tonal range at manageable volumes
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Preserves feel, dynamics, and harmonic complexity
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Ideal for live performance, recording, and studio work
Built the Achillies Way
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Fully handwired construction using premium components
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Carefully selected transformers for power and depth
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Optimised circuit layout for low noise and long-term reliability
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Proudly handcrafted in Australia
The Apollo B45 MV
Bold, expressive, and endlessly versatile, the Apollo B45 MV represents the perfect balance between vintage-inspired tone and modern control. It’s no surprise this amplifier has become the most popular model in the Apollo range—once you play it, everything makes sense.
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Overview Hand-wired circuitry throughout. Output Power: 45 Watts Speakers - 4x10” Jensen P10R 8Ω 25w Traditional Dovetail Joinery Cabinetry Lacquered finish inside and outside on Tweed Cabinets Hand Signed Certificate with Production Number
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Standard Features Cloth Covered Solid Core Wiring Throughout Custom Wound U.S.A Transformers Output Tubes: 2x 5881 Preamp Tubes: 1x 12AY7, 2x 12AX7 Rectifier: 1x GZ34 Cabinet Material: Premium Select Pine, Birch ply backs and speaker baffle Voicing: Warm Clean - Mid Break up to Thick Shimmering Overdrive Achillies Spec Tweed Woven Fabric Covering Lacquered Nitrocellulose Coating Achillies Chrome Dipped STAINLESS STEEL Chassis 60 x 26.5 x 57.5cm (23-1/2" x 10-1/2” x 22-5/8”) 19kg (42lb) |
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Electronics FR4 Eyelet Boards to tolerate heat and noise Optional Line Voltage with wall plug ready for your country Speaker Output Impedance 2Ω Extension speaker output jack wired in parallel 2 channels - Normal and Bright Channel, Two Inputs per channel High (1) and Low (2) Jacks Channel Controls: Normal Volume, Bright Volume, Master, Treble, Bass, Middle, Presence Fixed Bias Achillies Black Gold Capacitors (Made in Germany) Sprague Orange Drop Capacitors. |
Optional Features Head and Combo Available A wide selection of tolex covering, grille cloths, and handle colours are available; for a complete list of all the possibilities, please see our customs options page. Half Power output option. The switch is hidden from view beneath the chassis, in between the tubes. With this setting, the amp's power consumption is reduced by 40%. 2x 12” Jensen P12Q Speakers, more speaker options available upon request.
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Reviews
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Apollo b45
A few years ago I asked Labros to build me a tweed bassman in a 2-12 cab using el 34 tubes. it is still my favourite amp. Despite owning an original 59 basman, 2 early original fender brownface amps and a Vox ac30 clone. I also own one of Labros' Band master clones. A sensational amp. In my humble opinion Achillies builds the best tweed replica amps. I've owned a bunch of highly regarded tweed amps from US, but sold them in frustration as they dont sound like the originals and don't have the same tonal characteristics.
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Apollo B45
This was the second amp Labros ever made me. I loved it so much I asked him to make me another one. This is a great all round amp. I did ask Labros to add a master switch option which has been really useful. Here's a link to me playing it with a Tube Screamer and a Wah at the Palais in St Kilda. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h32FOBs6ZT0
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Great Reproduction of the Bassman
I like boutique craftsmen, and have come to realise many great musical products are made even better when constructed by companies such as Achillies Amplification. This is my second Tweed amp from Labros, and it did not let me down. And as a side note you can request it in your own colour which I really liked, and make it individual to you which is a nice touch. Besides a quality product, Labros was great with customer service and communication, and I am happy to recommend Achillies amps to my friends.
