Product Description
Achillies Apollo S30
The Apollo S30 is a bold, harmonically rich amplifier designed for players who want classic warmth, muscular midrange presence, and a lively, touch-responsive feel. Sitting perfectly between tight articulation and organic looseness, the S30 delivers an unmistakably vintage-inspired voice with modern consistency and reliability.
From the first note, the Apollo S30 reveals a thick, forward midrange that gives chords weight and authority while allowing single-note lines to bloom with sustain and character. Clean tones are warm and dimensional, with a slightly rounded low end and smooth, expressive highs. As the volume is pushed, the amp transitions naturally into a dense, complex overdrive that feels alive under the fingers—responsive, vocal, and deeply musical.
The S30’s power section is tuned for natural compression and elasticity, making the amplifier feel forgiving yet powerful. It responds effortlessly to picking dynamics and guitar volume changes, allowing players to move from shimmering cleans to gritty breakup without touching a control. This makes the Apollo S30 equally at home as a plug-and-play amplifier or as a dynamic platform for expressive playing.
Handwired with the same meticulous attention to detail found across the Achillies range, the Apollo S30 combines time-honoured tonal sensibilities with modern build quality. Every component choice and layout decision is made to preserve tone, reduce noise, and ensure long-term reliability.
Tonal Character
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Warm, full-bodied cleans with strong midrange presence
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Smooth, rounded highs and a natural low-end response
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Rich, harmonically complex breakup when driven
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Touch-sensitive dynamics with musical compression
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Inspiring feel for both rhythm and lead playing
Built the Achillies Way
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Fully handwired construction using premium components
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Carefully selected transformers for depth and clarity
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Optimised circuit layout for low noise and reliability
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Proudly handcrafted in Australia
The Apollo S30
The Apollo S30 is designed for players who crave organic response, harmonic depth, and vintage-inspired feel, wrapped in a roadworthy, modern build. A powerful, expressive amplifier that rewards touch, dynamics, and musicality at every turn.
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Overview Hand-wired circuitry throughout. Output Power: 30 Watts Speakers - 2x10” Jensen P10R 8Ω - 25w per speaker 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 6L6 Preamp Tubes: 1x 12AY7, 2x 12AX7 Rectifier: 1x 5U4 Cabinet Material: Premium Select Pine, Birch ply backs and speaker baffle Voicing: Clean - Mid Way Break up to Rich Overdrive Achillies Spec Tweed Woven Fabric Covering Lacquered Nitrocellulose Coating Achillies Chrome Dipped STAINLESS STEEL Chassis 56 x 27 x 45.5cm (22-1/2“ x 10-1/2” x 18”) 16kg (35lb)
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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 4Ω Extension speaker output jack wired in parallel 2 channels - Two Inputs per channel Hi and Lo Jacks Channel Controls: Normal Volume, Bright Volume, Treble, Bass, Presence Fixed Bias Achillies Black Gold Capacitors (Made in Germany) Sprague Orange Drop Capacitors
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Optional Features 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%. 1x 12” Jensen P12R Speaker or 1x 12" G12M Creamback, more speaker options available upon request. |
Reviews
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Achillies Amplification 5F4 Tweed Super
Great Amp which gives me a versatile sound. This amp easily fills small to medium venues and is competition with the drummer. The amp is superb in sound and has immaculate build.
