Victory MK Clean 100w Hand-Wired Valve Amp Head in Aqua

100w

100w (100 watts) typically refers to the power output of an amplifier. In guitar gear, a 100-watt valve amp is known for its headroom, volume, and punch, often used in larger venues or for heavy rock and metal tones. It delivers more clean volume before distortion compared to lower wattage amps, which means it stays clearer at higher volumes. However, it can be overkill for small rooms or home use unless it’s paired with an attenuator or run through a reactive load and cab sim. High wattage doesn’t always mean better tone—it just offers a different kind of dynamic range and stage presence.

Amp

An amp, short for amplifier, is a crucial piece of equipment that boosts the signal from your guitar or other instruments, allowing you to control volume and shape your tone. Guitar amps come in various styles, including valve (tube), solid-state, and digital modelling, each offering unique sound characteristics. Whether you’re practicing at home, recording in the studio, or playing live, the right amp can make all the difference in achieving your desired sound—from clean and crisp to rich overdrive and distortion.

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Guitar Amps

Guitar amps are essential for shaping and amplifying your sound, whether you’re playing electric, acoustic, or bass guitar. They come in various types—valve (tube), solid-state, and digital modelling—each offering different tonal characteristics and features. From compact practice amps to powerful stage-ready combos and heads with matching cabs, this category covers all your amplification needs. We stock a wide range from trusted brands, offering everything from clean tones to all-out distortion, perfect for home practice, recording, or live performance.

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Head Amplifier

A head is the amplifier unit of a guitar rig that contains the electronics responsible for shaping and boosting your guitar’s signal. Unlike combo amps, a head does not include built-in speakers and needs to be connected to a separate speaker cabinet. This setup offers greater flexibility, allowing players to mix and match different heads and cabinets to tailor their tone and volume. Heads come in various types, including valve (tube), solid-state, and modelling, catering to a wide range of sounds and playing styles.

valve

Valve, also known as tube, refers to a type of amplifier technology that uses vacuum tubes to amplify the guitar signal. Valve amps are renowned for their warm, rich tone, natural compression, and smooth distortion when driven hard. Many players prefer valve amps because of their dynamic response and organic sound character. Although they require more maintenance and can be heavier than solid-state amps, valve amplifiers remain a favourite choice for professional musicians seeking classic tones and expressive performance.

About Victory

We have new and used Victory musical equipment available on our website for fast direct delivery from sellers across the UK & Europe.

Victory Amplifiers is a British company known for producing high-quality, boutique-style guitar amplifiers. Founded in 2013 and led by chief designer Martin Kidd, the brand quickly gained a reputation for its hand-built amps that combine modern features with classic tone. Victory offers a wide range of models, including popular series like the Duchess, Kraken, Sheriff, Copper, and Jack, each tailored for different playing styles—from crystal-clear cleans to rich bluesy overdrive and full-blown metal distortion.

Many Victory amps feature compact “lunchbox” designs, making them ideal for both studio and live use. They are praised for their rugged construction, tonal versatility, and simple yet effective control layouts. In addition to traditional heads and cabs, Victory has also innovated with its V4 series of valve-powered preamp pedals, allowing players to achieve real tube tone in a pedalboard-friendly format. Victory remains a trusted name among guitarists seeking premium British tone and reliability.