Dual Falcon 20 2×10 Combo
Two channel, 2×10″ all-tube combo amplifier with Multi-Watt™ (Full/Half/Low) power selection per channel, tube-driven spring reverb and tremolo, and footswitchable channel selection and effects with included footswitch
Vintage Tone, Reimagined
Gibson is proud to introduce the new Dual Falcon 20 2×10 Combo amplifier. It pays homage to Gibson’s legendary past as one of the world’s first manufacturers of electric guitar amplifiers. The Dual Falcon resurrects the Gibson amp icon and delivers vintage tone, reimagined in an upgraded 2 Channel rendering with valuable new features and all the original magic intact, and then some. Perfect tonal enhancements update the sound and feel, with a wider, more usable range on the sparse controls, while lush traditional spring Reverb adds dimension and broadens stylistic horizons. The original smooth-sounding Tremolo adds further vibe while selectable output power options expand the versatility with options of Full, Half, or Low power modes per channel. In addition, a buffered series Effects Loop opens up more processing options to complete the outfitting for performance applications. These updates allow the new Dual Falcon to soar even higher above the most prized vintage Gibson examples.
While inspired by the Gibson Falcon amps from the 1960s, this all-new design from renowned amp pioneer Randall Smith and the MESA/Boogie Design Team is handcrafted in Petaluma, California, and sets a new bar in low-power tone. The Dual Falcon 20 2×10 Combo stands apart from its predecessors due to the constructional upgrades and tonal improvements unearthed over Randall’s five decades of tube amp design experience and performance-pushing ideology that deliver nothing less than astonishing results. Players of all generations and musical genres will appreciate the Dual Falcon’s beyond-vintage tone, enhanced dynamics, and well-behaved low end while enjoying the added flexibility in stylistic control and the width that reverb adds to the soundscape. The three selectable power options allow fine-tuning of the clip threshold and volume level of each channel independently while the pair of 10” Jensen® Blackbird 40 Alnico speakers reproduce every ounce of this mojo perfectly, creating the ultimate vintage-voiced 2×10” Combo.
The Dual Falcon features two-channel flexibility with a focus on great tone and ease of use. The ultra-simple, pure signal path design of each channel has controls consisting of Volume, Tone, and footswitchable Reverb, plus footswitchable Tremolo with global Speed and Depth controls, which add dimensionality and motion and immensely increase the amp’s enjoyment and usefulness over a wide range of musical styles. Players in the know have long understood that one of the secrets to great overdriven tone is power amp overdrive, and lower-powered amps are key to turning up and achieving that cranked power amp sound without overwhelming volume levels. For those who demand touch sensitivity and dynamic nuance at the low to medium end of the gain spectrum and crave the classic “controlled implosion” at its farthest reaches, the cathodyne driver feeding a pair of 6L6 power tubes (or optional, smaller 6V6s with no mods) performs above and beyond expectations.
Sonically and physically, the Dual Falcon 20 2×10 Combo roams confidently between nest and venue, providing instant access to warm cleans and purring overdrive across the two footswitchable channels with simple pairs of Volume and Tone controls, all at perfect power levels everyone can appreciate and enjoy. Players can select between Full, Half, or Low (15, 6, or 2-Watts) power modes of patented Multi-Watt™, 6L6, Pure Class A Power, or 12, 5, or 1-Watt(s) with optional 6V6 Power Tubes, providing three levels of expressive, vintage Gibson tone and feel. This power flexibility enables even more ways to transition in and out of clip seamlessly and musically, making the Dual Falcon an ideal amp for club gigs, home practice, and recording purposes. With its modern refinements, high-end performance, and boutique construction, this bona fide bird can’t wait to elevate Gibson amplifiers to the stature they’ve always deserved, right alongside Gibson’s finest stringed instruments.
Handcrafted in Petaluma, California
All-Tube Amplifier: 2x 6L6 Power Tubes (optional 2x 6V6) / 4x 12AX7 Preamp Tubes
Pure Class A Power
Patented Multi-Watt™ Power, featuring Duo-Class™ wiring, providing power choices of FULL power (approx. 15 Watts) via 2x 6L6 Push-Pull, Class A, Pentode; HALF power (approx. 6 Watts) via 2x 6L6 Push-Pull, Class A, Triode; or LOW power (approx. 2 Watts) via 1x 6L6 Single-Ended, Class A, Pentode / (Approx. 12 Watts, 5 Watts, and 1 Watt (respectively) with optional 6V6 Power Tubes)
Cathode Biased, Maintenance-Free
Normal or Low (Cleaner) Inputs
Two Channel Flexibility – Channel Features: Independent Volume, Tone, and Reverb Controls
Global Tremolo with Depth & Frequency (Speed) Controls
Spring Reverb & Tremolo are tube-driven and footswitchable
Buffered, Series Effects Loop
Monitor (Slave) DI Output – Fixed Attenuated from the Speaker Output
Polished Stainless Steel Control Faceplate
Aluminum Chassis
3 Button Footswitch Included (Channel 1/2, Reverb & Tremolo)
Slipcover Included
2x 10” Jensen Blackbird 40 Alnico Speakers
Wattage
Selectable Full, Half or Low Multi-Watt™ Power Modes, producing approximately 15, 6, or 2-Watts of output power with standard 6L6 power tubes (Approx. 12, 5, or 1-Watt(s) with optional 6V6 Power Tubes)
Channels & Modes
2 Channel / 2 Modes Per Channel (Normal or Low)
Channels/Inputs
Normal & Low Inputs – NORMAL = Clean to Overdrive, LOW = Cleaner
Mode Voicings styles
Normal & Low Inputs NORMAL = Clean to Overdrive LOW = Cleaner
Graphic Eq Reverb Fx Solo
Reverb, Tremolo, Buffered Series Effects Loop
Foot switchable Functions
Channel 1/2, Reverb On/Off, Tremolo On/Off (3-Button Vintage Style Footswitch Included)
Speakers Impedance
2 – 16 Ohm 10″ Jensen Blackbird ALNICO 40 / Total Load = 8 Ohms
Weight
39.45 lbs. (17.89 kg.)
Dimensions
19” (48.26 cm) H x 21 3/4” (55.24 cm) W x 8 7/8” (22.54 cm) D (Height measurement includes rubber feet and the top of the handle in its flat position)
Amp Type
Tube
Rectifier Type
Silicon Diodes
Preamp Tubes
4x 12AX7
Power Amp Tubes
2x 6L6 (or optional 2x 6V6)
Maintenance Free Fixed Bias
Cathode Biased, which is also Maintenance Free
Wattages Quick Reference
Full (approximately 15 watts) Half (approx. 6 watts) or Low Power (approx. 2 watts) with Stock 6L6 Power Tubes (Approx. 12 watts / 5 watts / 1 watt with optional 6V6 Power Tubes) – See Power Amp Details for more information
Built In Power Amp Attenuation
n/a
Power Amp Details Class Wattage
Patented Incremental Multi-Watt™ (Patent 9,917,560) Power Amp, featuring Duo-Class™ (Patent 7,173,488) power, provides three power and three wiring options via individual 3-Way Power Switches per Channel. Choose from the following power options: Full Power (15-Watts) – 2x6L6 (or 12-Watts w/6V6) Push-Pull, Class A, Pentode Half Power (6-Watts) – 2x6L6 (or 5-Watts w/6V6) Push-Pull, Class A, Triode Low Power (2-Watts) – 1x6L6 (or 1-Watt w/6V6) Single-Ended, Class A, Pentode
Channel Controls
Volume, Tone, & Reverb (Per Channel) plus global Tremolo Depth & Frequency (Speed) Controls
Reverb Effects Bypass Options
Footswitchable, All-Tube, Spring Reverb & Tremolo
Effects Loop Bypass Options
Buffered Series Effects Loop
Speaker Outputs
One 8 Ohm and Two 4 Ohm
Slave Output
Yes – Fixed-Attenuated “MONITOR” Output from the Speaker Output
Footswitch
Included – 3-Button Vintage Style (Channel 1/2, Reverb On/Off, Tremolo On/Off)
Slip Cover
Included – Fitted Slipcover
Cabinet Material
Marine Grade, Baltic Birch
KEY NOT FOUND
Cream Bronco Vinyl with Oxblood Grille
Speakers Impedance
2 – 16 Ohm 10″ Jensen Blackbird ALNICO 40 / Total Load = 8 Ohms
Casters
n/a
Extra Features
Vintage-Inspired Construction for Tone & Portability
Weight
39.45 lbs. (17.89 kg.)
Height
19″ (48.26 cm) (Height measurement includes rubber feet and the top of the handle in its flat position)
Width
21 3/4″” (55.24 cm)
Depth
8 7/8” (22.54 cm)
GIBSON DUAL FALCON 20 2X10 CREAM BRONCO OXBLOOD GRILLE UK (1.DF20X.UK.CO.J10)
