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Laney’s achieved something special with the Supergroup LA-Studio Tube Amp Head. A merger of two analog and digital, the Supergroup LA-Studio offers a graceful solution for fans of both realms. Laney landed on the design for the LA-Studio after taking notes from their classic 1967 LA100BL and their 2018 LA03BL, packing that same classic tone into a modern-day studio version. Outfitted with three ECC83 Large Plate preamp tubes and 12BH7 power tubes, this 3-watt tube head will surprise you with its impeccable tone and hidden features. In fact, this tube amp flaunts industry-leading Two Notes Audio Engineering Torpedo technology. Sweetwater guitarists also love how you can load cab IRs and completely tweak parameters in the studio to achieve your dream tone. The Supergroup LA-Studio amp head can connect via DI output to the front of house or an audio interface ? no cabinet or mic necessary! But one thing’s for sure: the tone’s all tube!





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Front panel controls and inputs





As the Laney Supergroup LA-Studio is a bonafide tube amp, it provides you with hands-on control and connections to achieve an authentic tube amp experience. A classic 3-band EQ sets you up for tonal-sculpting success, and a must-have Gain knob also adorns the front panel. An included Presence knob boosts upper mids and highs in the output section. Engage the brake switch to change the output from 3 watts to 0.1 watts RMS for low volume without compromised tone. The Supergroup LA-Studio also boasts four inputs, two for treble and two for bass.





Bass and treble input characteristics:


Bass input 1: Neutral frequency that takes well to pedals and boards


Bass input 2: Same tonal characteristics as bass input 1 but incorporates lower gain setting


Treble input 1: Accentuated high-end response


Treble input 2: Same tonal characteristics as treble input 1 but incorporates lower gain setting


Packed with cutting-edge technology





The Laney Supergroup LA-Studio isn’t just another compact tube amp head; it’s also a cutting-edge plug-in tool. With one foot in the analog world and one in the digital world, the Supergroup LA-Studio features a full Two Notes Torpedo module and preloaded Laney DynIRs. The LA-Studio ships with two Laney DynIRs (with two more available with the registration of the product) and eight Two Notes DynIRs. What is DynIR? It’s a revolutionary, next-generation concept of static impulse response developed by Two Notes Audio Engineering. With the Two Notes app, you can experiment with your sound by changing environments, moving mics, altering EQ, and more! Plus, you can hear how your adjustments affect your sound in real time.





A USB connection at the back of the amp allows for connection to Mac or PC. So load up the Torpedo Remote software and get AAA access to all the parameters. The Supergroup LA-Studio with Two Notes Torpedo software is an indispensable tool for recording artists!





Laney amps: stunning since ’67





The journey of Laney Amplification harkens all the way back to 1967. Lyndon Laney left behind the British group Band of Joy (and members John Bonham and Robert Plant) to venture into the expanding realms of amplifier building. From Lyndon’s family garage to stacking huge stages at the disposal of some of history’s greatest groups like Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, and Kiss, Laney and its legacy of high-quality amp engineering has found tremendous worldwide acclaim for decades. With a long list of sound systems and characterful heads, cabinets, combos, and pedals for guitar, bass, keyboards, and more, Laney offers a stunning lineup of top-tier products with an enviably versatile appeal.





Laney Supergroup LA-Studio Tube Amp Head Features:


A 3-watt all-tube amp head that's the best of analog and digital


Reimagined 1967 Laney Supergroup amp, now filled with cutting-edge tech in a studio format


Loaded with full Two Notes Torpedo module and emulated DI out


Real feel and real dynamics


2 included Laney DynIRs and 8 Two Note DynIRs


Connect via DI output to the front of house or connect to an audio interface ? no cabinet or mic required


Outfitted with 3 ECC83 Large Plate preamp tubes and a 12BH7 power tube


Low power Class AB tube power stage


Brake switch reduces output from 3 watts to 0.1 watts RMS without compromising tone


4 inputs with 2 relegated to bass and 2 to treble


Excellent pedal and board platform


Connect via USB to your Mac or PC to utilize the Torpedo software


8- and 16-ohm speaker connections


Packed with DynIRs from Laney and Two Notes