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VICTORY V130 THE SUPER COUNTESS

The amp’s physical build looks elegant and feels dependable. There’s a nice heft to the wood and steel frame, complimented by a classy design and colour scheme. While you certainly couldn’t fit the V130 in the overhead compartment, it still feels relatively compact and lightweight for its product class.

Turning it on, players familiar with the original V30 will immediately hear familiar sounds. While the newer amp is overall brighter than its ancestor, it retains the same core tone and gain structure. The clean tone is punchy and assertive. The increased wattage means there’s far more headroom than could be managed on the original Countess, yet a player

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