Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Is the Artist TweedTone 12A the best-value tweed-style tube amp on the market? In this video, we do a deep dive review and play-through of this 12-watt, all-tube combo to see if it delivers that classic American grit and punchy clean tone without the boutique price tag.
We put the TweedTone 12A through its paces using both Single Coils and Humbuckers, testing everything from dead-clean jazz tones to cranked tube distortion and ZZ Top-style blues rock. We also explore how well it handles pedals, testing the bright switch and the amp's natural touch sensitivity using the guitar's volume pot.
In this review, we cover:
Specs & Build: 12 Watts, 12-inch speaker, and the tube compliment.
Tone Test: High-headroom cleans vs. organic power tube breakup.
Pedal Platform: How it reacts to analog delay and high-gain overdrive pedals.
Value: A look at the price and weight for gigging musicians.
Whether you're looking for a portable studio amp or a reliable pedal platform for small gigs, the Artist 12A offers a lot of "Tweed" character for the money.
Featured Gear:
Amp: Artist TweedTone 12A
Guitars: Kiesel S6 & Epiphone ES-335
Pedals: TWA Source Code & Jaques Prisoner Analog Delay
Video Chapters:
00:00 - Artist TweedTone 12A Review (Jam Track)
01:15 - What to Expect
01:32 - Specs: Power, Speaker & Tubes
01:52 - Who is this Tweed Amp for?
02:14 - Control Panel & Features
02:53 - Is it a Good Pedal Platform?
03:10 - Price, Weight & Value
03:32 - Disclosure
03:49 - Single Coil Clean Tones (Punchy)
04:45 - High Headroom "Dead Clean" Tones
05:08 - Funk Rhythms (Bridge & Middle)
05:40 - Using Analog Delay (Clean)
06:06 - Touch Sensitivity & Volume Dynamics
06:34 - My Favorite Single Coil Settings
06:48 - Cranked Tube Distortion (No Pedals)
07:44 - Pedal Platform Demo (Single Coils)
08:43 - Bright Switch Comparison
09:40 - Humbucker Clean Tones
10:24 - Jazz & Be-Bop Tones
10:58 - Blues Rock & ZZ Top Style Grit
11:35 - Pedal Platform Demo (Humbuckers)
13:04 - High Gain Tones with Overdrive
13:49 - Final Verdict: Is it worth it?
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Is the Artist TweedTone 12A the best-value tweed-style tube amp on the market? In this video, we do a deep dive review and play-through of this 12-watt, all-tube combo to see if it delivers that classic American grit and punchy clean tone without the boutique price tag.
We put the TweedTone 12A through its paces using both Single Coils and Humbuckers, testing everything from dead-clean jazz tones to cranked tube distortion and ZZ Top-style blues rock. We also explore how well it handles pedals, testing the bright switch and the amp's natural touch sensitivity using the guitar's volume pot.
In this review, we cover:
Specs & Build: 12 Watts, 12-inch speaker, and the tube compliment.
Tone Test: High-headroom cleans vs. organic power tube breakup.
Pedal Platform: How it reacts to analog delay and high-gain overdrive pedals.
Value: A look at the price and weight for gigging musicians.
Whether you're looking for a portable studio amp or a reliable pedal platform for small gigs, the Artist 12A offers a lot of "Tweed" character for the money.
Featured Gear:
Amp: Artist TweedTone 12A
Guitars: Kiesel S6 & Epiphone ES-335
Pedals: TWA Source Code & Jaques Prisoner Analog Delay
Video Chapters:
00:00 - Artist TweedTone 12A Review (Jam Track)
01:15 - What to Expect
01:32 - Specs: Power, Speaker & Tubes
01:52 - Who is this Tweed Amp for?
02:14 - Control Panel & Features
02:53 - Is it a Good Pedal Platform?
03:10 - Price, Weight & Value
03:32 - Disclosure
03:49 - Single Coil Clean Tones (Punchy)
04:45 - High Headroom "Dead Clean" Tones
05:08 - Funk Rhythms (Bridge & Middle)
05:40 - Using Analog Delay (Clean)
06:06 - Touch Sensitivity & Volume Dynamics
06:34 - My Favorite Single Coil Settings
06:48 - Cranked Tube Distortion (No Pedals)
07:44 - Pedal Platform Demo (Single Coils)
08:43 - Bright Switch Comparison
09:40 - Humbucker Clean Tones
10:24 - Jazz & Be-Bop Tones
10:58 - Blues Rock & ZZ Top Style Grit
11:35 - Pedal Platform Demo (Humbuckers)
13:04 - High Gain Tones with Overdrive
13:49 - Final Verdict: Is it worth it?
🛒 Artist Guitars AU - alnk.to/dLleWoK
🛒 Artist Guitars NZ - alnk.to/8ENguKS
Affiliate links earn me a small commission with any purchase. Thanks for your support.
=============================
Channel Memberships & Patreon
=============================
🔗 Find Me Online - https://linktr.ee/intheblues
â–ºPatreon: patreon.com/intheblues
â–ºJoin this channel to get access to channel perks:
youtube.com/channel/UC-oSaKCCEffJph0F7m6_xfA/join
â–ºMy Sweetwater Gear Page - imp.i114863.net/intheblues
â–ºintheblues Merch - intheblues.net/go/tees
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This YouTube channel participates in Affiliate programs. These programs are designed for the channel to earn an income using the links provided in the description or pinned comment section. Please note: Not all links on this website are affiliate links.
#guitar #intheblues
