Product Description
Achillies Apollo X Head
Vintage Fire, Handcrafted with Precision – The Heart of American Tone
If “X” marks the spot, the Achillies Apollo X Head is the crown jewel for tone chasers in search of true American amp heritage. A handwired tribute to the legendary 5E3 Tweed Deluxe, this 14-watt amplifier head delivers raw, dynamic, touch-sensitive tone in a versatile studio- and stage-ready format.
At its heart is a pair of 6V6 power tubes, a 5Y3 rectifier, and the classic Tweed-style preamp that shaped the sound of rock 'n roll. From lush cleans at lower volumes to creamy compression and gritty breakup when cranked, the Apollo X is a responsive tone machine that lets your playing do the talking.
Perfect for pairing with a wide range of speaker cabinets—whether you're chasing vintage Jensen sparkle, British bite, or modern Alnico warmth—the Apollo X Head adapts to your setup while keeping its authentic 5E3 character front and center.
Built with premium components, and traditional craftsmanship, the Apollo X Head is a timeless amp for discerning players.
Handbuilt in Australia. Pure vintage tone, reimagined.
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Overview Hand-wired circuitry throughout. Output Power: 14 Watts 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 6V6 Preamp Tubes: 1x 12AY7, 1x 12AX7 Rectifier: 1x 5Y3 Cabinet Material: Premium Select Pine, Birch ply backs and speaker baffle Voicing: Clean - Early Break up to Bluesy Overdrive Achillies Spec Tweed Woven Fabric Covering Lacquered Nitrocellulose Coating Achillies Chrome Dipped STAINLESS STEEL Chassis 51 x 22 x 25cm (20" x 8-3/4” x 10”) 8g (17.5lb) |
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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 8Ω 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: Volume, Volume Bright, Tone Cathode 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%.
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