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Tube Amplifier Head for Electric Guitar

Compact, lightweight lunchbox amplifier
Ideal for stage, studio or silent practice at home
Six integrated Bad Cat DynIR cab simulations (with Two Notes Torpedo technology)
Output: 20 W, with switchable 1 W mode
Pre-amp tubes: 3 x 12AX7
Power amp tubes: 2 x EL84
Two channels (Controls for Channel 1: Volume; Controls for Channel 2: Gain, Volume, Lo/Hi Gain switch
Controls for three-band EQ (bass, mid, treble), Presence, Master Volume, DI/headphone level
Switches for the six cab sims, 1 W mode, ground/lift
Loudspeaker outputs: 2 x 1/4" jack (switchable between 8 and 16 ohms)
Input: 1/4" jack
FX Send/Return: 2 x 1/4" jack
Headphone out: 1/4" stereo jack
DynIR cab sim output: XLR
MIDI input: 5-pin DIN
Footswitch connection: 1/4" stereo jack
USB-C
Dimensions (W x D x H): 46 x 25 x 28 cm
Weight: 7.5 kg
Includes 2-way footswitch

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Available since September 2025
Item number 626123
Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
Power rating in W 20 W
Power Amplifier Tubes EL84
Channels 2
Reverb No
Footswitch Yes

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Classic tubes, modern features

The Bad Cat Ocelot lunchbox head combines the classic sound of genuine valves with some very modern recording features. Despite its compact dimensions of 46 x 25 x 28cm and a weight of just 7.5kg, the Ocelot is a fully fledged tube guitar head with two channels and a dual EL84 power section that delivers up to 20 watts. Alternatively, the amp can be switched to a 1-watt mode, which also makes it ideal for smaller studios or just practising at home. Another standout feature is the built‑in Two Notes Torpedo technology, with six Bad Cat DynIR cab simulations. This means the Ocelot can be used together with a speaker cabinet, but also fed directly into a recording interface or mixing console via the XLR output. The Bad Cat Ocelot is a successful blend of traditional tube amp tone with a playability and compatibility that makes it incredibly flexible.

Bad Cat Ocelot lunchbox head, compact tube amp

Two channels, more connectivity

Inside the compact lunchbox enclosure, three 12AX7 preamp valves and two EL84 power valves deliver a typically British‑flavoured tube amp character. Channel 1 covers clean and crunch tones, while Channel 2 offers significantly more overdrive thanks to its gain and volume controls. A three-band EQ helps shape the tone, complemented by a presence control for the power amp and a master volume control. For recording or direct‑in setups, the Bad Cat Ocelot also features a 6‑way Cab Sim Selector that can switch between different Bad Cat DynIR speaker simulations. The amp is equally flexible when it comes to connectivity: It boasts two speaker outputs for 8 ohm or 16 ohm cabs, a serial FX loop, MIDI in, and a headphone output. The DynIR XLR output provides direct access to the cab sims, while USB‑C allows seamless integration with the Torpedo Remote software used for editing the sims.

Rear view of the Bad Cat Ocelot, compact tube amp

Find the sound and start playing

The Bad Cat Ocelot is likely to appeal first and foremost to guitarists who appreciate the direct character of a valve amp but don't want to miss out on modern features. Used as a traditional tube amp, the Ocelot is simply connected to a guitar cabinet, exactly one would expect from a guitar head. At the same time, the built‑in cab simulation also allows guitarists to feed their sound directly into a recording interface or mixing desk. This can be very practical in the studio, where musicians can dial in authentic guitar tones without the need for an additional load box or external speaker simulation. Despite this technology, the Ocelot's layout is pleasantly straightforward. Set the controls, find the sound, start playing – there's really not much more to it. This no‑nonsense approach is likely to find fans among the many guitarists who prefer to shape their tone directly on the amp.

About Bad Cat

Bad Cat is a boutique manufacturer of guitar amplifiers, founded in the late 1990s and based in California. The brand quickly made a name for itself with hand‑built all‑valve amps that are valued for their dynamic and detailed sound and rugged and robust construction. At the core of the Bad Cat design philosophy is the blend of classic circuit concepts with modern approaches, using only carefully selected components. Bad Cat amps are crafted meticulously by hand, and are aimed primarily at discerning guitarists who know what they want when it comes to expressiveness and sound quality. Models such as the Black Cat, Hot Cat, and Cub are among the manufacturer's best‑known series, with a solid reputation on the boutique amp scene.

Growl on stage, purr in the studio

In practice, the Bad Cat Ocelot is an extremely versatile animal. On stage, it can be run with a standard guitar cabinet – while the XLR output simultaneously sends a DI signal with cab simulation to the mixing desk. In the studio, the Ocelot can be used completely without a speaker – instead, it's played and recorded via the DynIR output or the headphone connection. The 1‑watt mode also enables valve saturation at moderate volumes, which is particularly helpful when practising or jamming at home. The Bad Cat Ocelot ships with a two‑button footswitch for quick channel switching. The result is a setup with a boutique sound and build quality that can be used very flexibly anywhere from the living room to the studio and the stage – and all without complex cabling or additional equipment.

In the spotlight

Two Notes Torpedo Remote

Bad Cat's speaker simulations are edited using the Torpedo Remote software suite from Two Notes Audio Engineering, which runs on Mac and Windows. Users simply need to hook up the Ocelot to a computer via USB‑C. Then, the integrated DynIR cabinets can be edited in detail: selecting microphone types, adjusting their position in front of the speaker, or blending multiple microphones together. Different speaker cabinets can also be loaded and saved as presets. This is particularly practical for recording setups, as the sound of the speaker simulation can be adjusted very precisely without ever having to place actual microphones in front of an actual cabinet. At the same time, the interface is easy to navigate, allowing musicians and producers to quickly find the right sound for each track.

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