Special 6 Combo Ultra : Exellent value for the money

I am very pleased with this little amp. It seems to be very well made especially considering the low price. And the fact that it as being "Ultra" means it has already been customized is even more pleasing. Now I don't have to think for example how it would sound with 12 inch speaker 'cos it has been prefabricated with one (I'm subconciously comparing this to the original VHT Special 6 combo amp that comes with 10 inch speaker which I also have owned).

The controls in this amp are very powerfull but in the same time simple. You can get wide spectrum of sounds easily. It only takes a little time and patience. And different guitars played through this amp seem to keep their distinct own tone and character which is always a sign of a good amp. The footswitchable solo boost function is also one very useful feature. Many pricier amps still don't have it 'till this day.

The output sound is surprisingly loud considering the low wattage rating. I think this could easily be taken to gigs and be used as a main amp and personal monitoring amp. Of course it should be miked and put through the PA system to get heard in the audience but that's what you have to do likewise with many vintage amps that may have much higher wattage rating but lower level of output sound.

All in all this is one heck of an amplifier for the price and seems to be built to last a lifetime when handled prorerly.