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for the mic. The ¼” headphone jack doubles as
a direct out, which is cool since XLR might not
always be available. You say it’s too small to have
in your back-line? No problem. The Trademark 30
has a 4-OHM speaker output that is capable of
powering an external 2x12 or 4x12 cabinet while
simultaneously defeating the internal speaker.
The amp has an effects loop and Accutronics
spring reverb. But aside from that the focus is on
clean, overdriven, and distorted amp tones, which
sound remarkably authentic and will fool most
sworn tube users. It comes with a one-year limited
warranty for the original purchaser and a plastic
slipover dust cover for when not in use (which
might not be that often!).

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Trademark 30 is everything I expected from
Tech 21 and more. In addition to being a
great amp for jam sessions, guitar lessons,
and a multi-functional tone generator in the
studio, its charming appeal with burlap-style
grill cloth, rooster head knobs, and clean
appearance will look snazzy in the office or
domestic setting. Trademark 30 is for those
that want a versatile and uncomplicated
amp that produces great tones fast, so you
can get to the most important thing: playing
guitar!

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