Magnatone Baby M-80 amplifier, compact British-influenced guitar amplifier design

Baby M-80

Classic British Crunch at Any Volume

The Baby M-80 Amplifier is designed to give you a portable and powerful amplifier in a unique and authentic package.
Magnatone Baby M-80 amplifier and speaker cabinet showcasing British-influenced tone and compact design.
Magnatone Baby M-80 amplifier and cabinet rear view, showcasing British crunch tone.
Magnatone Baby M-80 amplifier with British-influenced tone and textured speaker grill.
Magnatone Baby M-80 amplifier back panel with speaker and controls
Magnatone Baby M-80 amplifier control panel and details

The Baby M-80 delivers unmistakable British-influenced tone in a compact, gig-ready amplifier that far exceeds expectations for its size.

Built around a NOS 6AQ5 pentode power tube, the Baby M-80 produces 12 watts of full-bodied clean power with rich harmonic content and exceptional touch response. Its voice is bold, dynamic, and capable of filling a room with authority.

A dual-mode 12AX7 preamp provides both LO and HI gain options, allowing players to move effortlessly from robust cleans to chewy, saturated overdrive. The master volume makes it easy to dial in classic British crunch at any volume, while the built-in effects loop offers seamless integration with pedals and outboard effects. Whether on stage, in the studio, or at rehearsal, the Baby M-80 delivers a wide range of tones never thought possible from an amp this compact.

Designed with performance in mind, the Baby M-80 has the muscle to gig while maintaining the flexibility and control modern players demand. Available as a 1×10 combo or as a head paired with a matching 1×10 cabinet, it offers classic tone, reliability, and versatility in a powerful small-format package.

Features

  • British-influenced 12 watts of power through a 10-inch ceramic speaker
  • Two independent gain modes: LO and HI
  • Master volume for classic British crunch at any level
  • Effects loop for easy pedal integration
  • NOS GE 6AQ5 / 6005 tubes for reliability, power, and consistency
  • Available as a 1×10 combo or head with matching 1×10 speaker cabinet

Available in 3 Colors

Contact a dealer for custom color options.

Black
Purple Python amplifier color option
Purple Python
Super Fifteen amplifier Chrome Grape finish texture
Chrome Grape
Magnatone Baby M-80 amplifier control panel with gain, treble, bass, and master knobs.

Technical Specs

Tube Complement:
(3) 12AX7, (2) 6aq5/6005
Power:
12 Watts Rms 5%thd
Input:
High Impedance 1 Megaohm Input
Gain Select:
Lo Or Hi Gain Mode
Impedance:
8 Or 16 Ohms
Optional:
Available As Head Or 1×10″ Combo
Optional Ext. Cab:
1×10″
Speaker:
Wgs 10″ Ceramic Magnet
Additional Features:
Backlit Logo
Combo Dimensions:
18″ X 15″ X 9″
Combo Weight:
28 Lbs.

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