Amwatts Split Front 2 x 10" Combo - AUS

Here is an Amwatts Split Front, a handcrafted Australian boutique amplifier that blends vintage-inspired design with exceptional tonal versatility. Built using over 200-year-old pine, the cabinet is a completely unique, one-off construction, finished in a dark stain with a hand-applied, French polished-style shellac. This is a truly singular piece that will not be replicated, making it as much a collector’s item as it is a musical instrument.

At its core, the amp is based on a ’59 5F4 Super-style circuit, delivering rich, dynamic vintage tone with outstanding touch sensitivity and harmonic depth. It is loaded with a pair of 10-inch Weber Alnico speakers, chosen for their clarity, warmth, and responsive breakup characteristics. The result is a highly expressive amplifier that reacts naturally to playing dynamics and retains clarity across all volume levels.

A key feature of this build is its switchable voicing system, allowing the amplifier to move between Blackface, Marshall, and Tweed-inspired tonal structures. This makes it an exceptionally flexible platform, capable of covering a wide range of classic amplifier sounds. A dedicated boost function is also included, providing additional gain and output when required.

The amp features a dual-channel layout with Normal and Bright inputs across four total input options, offering further tonal flexibility. The control set includes Presence, Middle, Bass, Treble, and independent Volume controls for both channels, allowing for detailed and intuitive sound shaping while retaining a traditional vintage layout.

Tonally, it delivers everything from warm, rounded cleans through to mid-rich overdrive with excellent harmonic complexity. The combination of boutique construction, premium components, and multi-voicing capability makes it highly adaptable for studio work, live performance, and tone exploration.

Specifications:

Country: AUS
Finish: Dark stained, French polished-style shellac
Speaker: 2 × 10" Weber Alnico
Channels: 2 (Normal & Bright)
Inputs: 4 total (2 per channel)
Controls: Presence, middle, bass, treble, volume (Normal), volume (Bright)
Circuit: 1959 5F4 Super
Voicing Switch: Blackface / Marshall / Tweed
Cabinet: 200+ year-old pine
Included: Boost pedal for higher output
Condition: Excellent, handcrafted build