The Paul Reed Smith PRS Sonzera 20 is a 20-watt 1x12 combo amplifier designed to provide clarity and definition in a low-wattage format. It features two independently controlled channels that can be footswitched for versatility. The clean channel offers full, three-dimensional tones inspired by American mid-1960s amplifiers, while the gain channel shares a similar circuit but can be adjusted from a boosted clean sound to heavy distortion using the drive and level controls. A dedicated bright switch on the gain channel enhances high-end snap, especially effective on low strings, neck pickup settings, and single-coil pickups. The low-end response remains full, tight, and clear, contributing to distinct tonal clarity.
The Sonzera 20 comes equipped with a global presence control and tone stacks that allow players to sculpt tones ranging from bell-like chime to warmer, thicker sounds. It also includes a global spring reverb with footswitch control, designed to enhance notes without muddying the sound. Additionally, a built-in effects loop facilitates the use of time-based effects without compromising tone quality. With its robust construction and wide tonal palette, the Sonzera 20 combo is suitable for both gigging musicians and studio work.
Features:
- 20-watt power with 1x12 speaker configuration
- Two independently controlled, footswitchable channels (clean and gain)
- Bright switch on gain channel for enhanced high-end presence
- Global presence control and tone stacks for versatile tone shaping
- Built-in spring reverb with footswitch control
- Effects loop for easy integration of time-based effects
