Peavey TransTube 258 EFX Guitar Combo Amplifier (25 Watts, 1x8 in.)
Exclusive TransTube technology. 25 watts RMS.
Overall User Ratings (based on 21 ratings)
Submitted February 28, 2006 by a customer from planetkc.com
"Small little Amp with a BIG attitude."
At least 5 years or sound, if the speaker doesn't blow out or something like that.
Sound
I feel as if the sound quality of this small amp is much bigger than its size would indicate just by looking. So far I've been able to get just about any sound out of it that I could ever want, but I do feel as if the distortion is fairly weak. But that could just be my inexperience with this beauty. Not yet familar enough with what the proper settings should be. The clean channel is just that, clean. The EFX channel is extremely responsive & the special effects are fantastic. My playing seems to have improved even more since I bought it.
Features
No accesories were included with my amp, but I do plan on getting a 4 button foot switch for it. The vintage/tube switch works as advertised and so does the clean/EFX button. Just press it once & change from one to the other. I do wish it had that foot switch included with it, but no big deal, since I can get it later.
Ease of Use
Extremly easy to use, but I had to read the manual a couple of times to really understand them all. (or at least most of them). The only thing I see that might be difficult with it is to learn what settings I want to use for each one of the 100+ songs that I know. Not even sure if there is a way of storing any of the combinations that I use to play certain songs without that foot switch & its presets.
Quality
It seems very strong in dependablity. The finish & looks are great & I do think I can depend on it to haul outside or too other places with no problem.
Value
Dollar for dollar, it seems a great deal.
Manufacturer Support
2 year warranty, extended to 5 years if you feel out the enclosed card either by mail or online with Peavy. Don't know about the support itself caused thus far I've experienced no problems.
The Wow Factor
Its sound is so terrific as to make you want this amp alone.
Musical Background:
Hobbyist. Just play for my own, & friends enjoyment
Musical Style:
Old rock, country, etc.... Instrumental songs.
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Submitted September 23, 2013 by a customer from comcast.net in Denver, CO
"Good practice amp"
In case someone gets one of these and is looking for information, I have one and like it for practice. No way an 8" speaker is going to hold it's own for a gig so don't expect this one to. You could certainly mike it up and run it out the PA system though. It's clean enough for professional use in that manner.
I've read alot of comments about the distortion/overdrive not being good. First, this is a Peavey, not a Marshall. It has their signature overdrive sound. I don't think some understand how to use it. You have to use the Lead channel, crank up the pre-gain to 10, and the post gain to 2 and you'll have plenty of overdrive/distortion. Back off the pre-gain if it's too much for you. Set the lows at 4, mid at 5, highs at 10. Or just use the clean channel and get an Ibanez Tube Screamer.
Musical Background:
retired pro, 45+ years exp
Musical Style:
rock and roll
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Submitted February 9, 2006
"Just a good product. Not much more, not much less."
Buy it if you're looking for a good, clean sounding, lighterweight amp with cool and easy to use effects to have as part of your main practice set-up.
Sound
Low noise and clever effects. I love it, the clean is clean and the effects provide you with anything you would want from a practice amp.
Features
I was really satisfied with the usibility, although the power switch being in the back can be a bit bothersome. All of the nobs and controls are easy to use.
Quality
Again, I bought mine second hand and I have had it for about 3 months with absolutely no problems, granted I do not move it much. Oh yes, another of the amp's perks is that if I did so desire to move it often, it's lightweight would make it relatively easy.
Value
Of course. I am completely satisfied. More clearly, if someone were to offer me the cash I paid for it, I would hang on to the amp instead.
Manufacturer Support
I haven't run into a situation in whichI have needed support.
The Wow Factor
It doesn't have platium lining or anything, just a good amp.
Musical Background:
hobbyist
Musical Style:
Indie Rock
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