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*Note* the image displayed is our prototype, production models will have the same general look with some improvements which will include a control access cutaway on the top of the cabinet and black anodized chassis.
The Blue Ridge Audio Looking Glass – a sonic masterpiece inspired by sought after classic amplifier designs with a unique identity all its own. This versatile powerhouse is crafted to deliver an exceptional playing experience and last a lifetime.
Built to order: One at a time by a master of the craft with individually tested quality components rated for long life. We use locally made welded aluminum chassis to achieve the best ground connections for superior tone and low noise. Our chassis feature an anodized black finish with laser engraved control indicators and they look as good as they sound. Our transformers, cabinets, and extra thick glass epoxy eyelet boards are all made locally in the USA.
Cascaded Preamp Channels: Navigate effortlessly between pristine cleans and singing overdrive with the foot-switchable clean and overdrive channels. Express yourself with the touch-sensitive response of each tonally balanced channel.
Independent Boosts: Take your tone to new heights with two independent boosts, Preamp boost and the Hi Midrange boost, that are easily accessible via footswitch. Whether you crave extra punch or a soaring lead, at your command are 8 different gain configurations when combined together with either channel.
Preamp Voicing Switches: Fine-tune your EQ with precision using the four preamp voicing switches. Shape your sound with four toggles: Bright, Hi Midrange (Footswitch-able Mid boost), Low Midrange, and Deep.
Combo or Head Cabinet Configuration: The Looking Glass is available as a 1x12 combo or a head, built into a locally made finger jointed cabinet. Local hardwood and wood burned folk-craft logo accent the front control panel. Rough Black or blonde tolex comes standard, with contrasting cane grillcloth. Other custom tolex and grillcloth options available at no cost. *Note* Combo amps will have shorter tube life and exhibit a higher degree of mechanical tube “rattle” due to the chassis being housed in the same enclosure as the speaker, combos are easier to transport, but it's a compromise.
Circuit options and upgrades: Since we build to order, we can build it how you want. The Looking Glass comes standard with a 50 watt 6L6 driven output power amplifier. It's the best balance of low end punch, weight, and volume range. With the master volume it can get down to bedroom level (and still sound really good!) while easily holding its own with a full rock band in a live setting.
Preamp circuits: The Classic preamp has a crystal clear, punchy clean channel and its overdrive channel breakup has amazing low gain dynamics and a bit more edge at high gain settings due to the wider bandwidth. The Modern preamp option has a more focused and smooth overdrive channel, with slightly more emphasis on overdrive sounds; the Modern’s clean channel is less pristine than the classic.
FX loop. The Looking Glass comes standard with a passive FX loop. The Tube Buffer option may be added for preventing signal loss and overloading of effects inputs. Send and Return level controls enable level matching and gain recovery.
Power amp circuits: The Headroom option is the most linear and “hi-fi” output section, providing the most clean volume, snappy response and low end punch before breaking up abruptly at very high master volume levels. The Drive option starts to break up lower on the master volume dial and is more compressed and mid focused, it overdrives more gracefully than the Headroom option. With a softer attack, big transients turn into crunch rather than punch.
Combo speaker choice: Our standard speaker pairing for combo is the Warehouse ET65, upgrade to the ET90 for more punch or, if you like heavy lifting, the Warehouse WGS 12L.
Cosmetics: Choose from our standard black or blonde tolex, or go custom. We can do any tolex/grill cloth combination available from our supplier Mojotone on the east side of the state. We also can change up the knobs, let us know if you like the fender style cupcakes, the mini chicken heads, or the top hat style. Tell us the details in the customization request form before checkout.
Crafted for the Passionate Musician: Meticulously engineered and handcrafted, the Looking Glass is a testament to our commitment to quality. Every detail is designed to enhance your playing experience and inspire creativity.
3 Year Warranty to original purchaser. This warranty covers all service needed due to defects in materials or workmanship excluding: unauthorized tampering/modification, tubes and speakers which are serviceable and subject to wear and tear under normal use. Tubes and speakers carry a 90 day warranty after delivery.
Return Policy: We are confident you’ll love our work. However, we can accept returns of Non-custom stock shipped back in new condition within 7 days of delivery with a $300 restocking fee. Customer pays return shipping. Non-custom is defined as standard cabinet tolex/grillcloth with standard circuit upgrades available through the website only.