Gallien-Krueger Fusion S Series Amps Now Available
Gallien-Krueger has expanded its amp offerings with the new Fusion S series of heads. The hybrid amps have a tube preamp matched with a Class D power section. They also include a new first for the company.
“These high powered heads incorporate three 12ax7 tubes in the preamp, including one dedicated to the overdrive channel, making it GK’s first-ever tube-driven overdrive channel,” they write. “Illuminated knobs add an extra level of sophistication and design by not only making it easier to dial in your tone on stage and but adding a beautiful stage presence as well. Each illuminated knob is also push activated, with additional voicing filters and tonal characteristics built-in.”
Similar to the recent Legacy Series, the Fusion S line has the same preamp and features built into three models varying in power: 450 watts, 800 watts, or 1,200 watts. Each features a four-band tube-driven EQ alongside the tube overdrive, which has Drive, Level, and Edge controls. Further tone shaping is offered with three voicing filters called Bump, Contour, and Presence. For connectivity, the series has a Balanced DI with pre and post EQ, an effects loop, an auxiliary input, and a headphone output. The impedance can be set with a load capacity selector with options for 2, 2.7, 4 and 8ohm cabinet configurations.
Get a feel for the amp series in this demo by Forest Gallien:
The Gallien-Krueger Fusion S Series models are available now with prices ranging from $949 to $1,349.
Gallien-Krueger Fusion S Series Amp Features:
Universal Power for 100 volts and 240 volts |
Tube Overdrive with Tone Control: “Drive”, “Level”, “Edge” |
Foot Switchable Overdrive (Footswitch Included) |
Circuit Boards with Gold Plated Connectors |
Unique Interconnection System: “Eliminates Problems that Develop from Constant Use” |
Tube Preamp with (3) 12ax7s |
Four band active tube EQ |
Illuminated Knobs with Push Activation |
“Bump”, “Contour”, and “Presence” Push Button Voicing Filters |
Balanced XLR Output with Pre and Post EQ |
Unbalanced ¼″ Send and Return |
Aux Input and Headphones Output |
Twist Lock Speaker Outputs |
2, 2.7, 4 and 8ohm Load Capacity |
11.5″ Width x 11″ Depth x 2 3/8″ Height for All Models |
Available in 450 ($949), 800 ($1199), and 1200 ($1349) Watt Models |
Weights: Fusion S 500: 6lbs, Fusion S 800: 6.5lbs, Fusion S 1200: 7lbs |