Showcase: Dr Z. MAZ-18 "Junior"

After the success of the MAZ-38, and a more than a few requests for the same tone in a smaller package, the Doctor set off to create this little beauty. As a result, the MAZ-18 "Junior" was born. Like most offspring, this "chip off the old block" began to take on a personality of its own. While the overall "sound shape" is similar to the MAZ-38, the "Junior" has a bit more gain.

Don't confuse the "18 Watt" with "weak and flabby"... you'll be amazed by the definition and headroom, all the way down to the low E... plenty of power for a single 12" speaker or 2 10" speakers (as pictured in the top photo.) you'll use this amp in small clubs and never think about needing to mic it... Got a larger venue? Mic it and play away, because big amp tone and soul is all there. This would also be a great amp for jazz guitarists, whether you're looking to replace a small blackface amp or looking for an amp with enough complexity for fusion.

The end result is an amp that every strat player will love, but it's not only for strats. The "Cut" knob may be the most useful and versatile tone shaping tool on any guitar amp. Throughout its range, it produces a large variety of sounds to satisfy players using all guitars for most every style of music. The "Cut" knob is best used after the EQ is all set; turn it up for extra edge, turn it down for a more vintage sound.

Once again, the 18 watt MAZ series is finding its way to some of the biggest concert stages in the world, as well as small gigs and studios everywhere.

NEW! The MAZ 18 Junior is now available in a "NR" or non-reverb model in all the configurations below.

Specifications

Power Output: 18 Watts
Output Tubes: 2 - EL-84
Preamp Tubes: 4 - 12AX7, 1 - 12AT7
Rectifier: 1 - GZ34
Controls: Volume, Treble, Mid, Bass, Cut, Master Volume, and Reverb
Configurations: Head, 1-12, 2-10, 2-12 Combo
Colors: Black. Other custom wood finishes are available.
Dimensions and Weight:
Head: 19" W, 9 3/4" H, 9 1/2" D; 22 lbs.
1-12 and 2-10 combo: 23" W, 20 1/8" H, 10" D; 47 lbs.
2-12 combo: 27 1/2" W, 22 1/8" H, 10" D; 65 lbs.

Comments from Dr. Z

"We found a need for a lower powered reverb combo and created the MAZ Jr. It has more gain and distortion than its big brother. Originally designed as a "grab-and-go" Studio and small club amp, it has made its way to some of the largest stages in the country. It's perfect combination of front end and output distortion, wonderful 3D reverb clean tone, matched with the sweetest top end response and tight low end has made this our most popular selling reverb combo last year.

Sound Clips: Check out the Dr Z website with some great sound clips.

For more info contact us here at Gelb Music.

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