Orange Baby Terror 20W Solid-State Guitar Amplifier Head with JFET Preamp - White

The Orange Baby Terror takes the legendary sound and attitude of Orange's celebrated Terror series and delivers it in an exceptionally compact, modern 20-watt amplifier head. Combining responsive JFET preamp circuitry, versatile tone-shaping controls, a footswitchable lead boost, and professional connectivity, the Baby Terror offers an impressive range of classic British guitar tones in a portable design.

Building on the success of Orange's iconic miniature amplifiers, the Baby Terror introduces a more sophisticated all-solid-state design. Its four-stage, single-ended JFET preamp produces the warm harmonic character, progressive breakup, and touch-sensitive response associated with traditional tube amplification, without requiring vacuum tubes or warm-up time.

From warm, rounded clean tones to classic British crunch and aggressive saturated distortion, the Baby Terror offers remarkable versatility for an amplifier of its size. Its intuitive front panel includes Gain, Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, and Presence controls, giving guitarists precise control over their sound. Whether you're dialing in articulate rhythm tones, thick rock distortion, or expressive lead sounds, the Baby Terror delivers the unmistakable character of Orange amplification.

A distinctive feature is the Tubby switch, which introduces additional low-frequency fullness at cleaner gain settings. This allows players to achieve a warmer, rounder sound when playing clean passages, while disengaging the switch produces a tighter, more focused response as the gain increases.

For live performance, the Baby Terror features two independently adjustable volume settings. The second volume control can be activated using an optional footswitch, providing an immediate boost for solos and featured passages without altering the amplifier's gain structure or EQ. This practical feature makes the Baby Terror especially versatile for guitarists who need to move between rhythm and lead playing.

Despite its compact footprint, the Baby Terror offers the connectivity expected from a much larger amplifier. A dedicated effects loop allows delays, reverbs, and modulation pedals to be placed after the preamp for improved clarity. A balanced line output with ground lift provides a convenient connection to recording interfaces and mixing consoles, allowing players to capture the amplifier's preamp tone and use their preferred cabinet impulse responses or speaker simulation software.

The amplifier also includes speaker outputs for compatible 8- and 16-ohm guitar cabinets. Pair it with a compact Orange PPC108 for a miniature half-stack, or connect it to a larger cabinet for a fuller, more commanding sound. Its 20-watt output makes it suitable for home practice, studio sessions, rehearsals, and smaller live performances.

Finished in Orange's distinctive white metal enclosure with classic control graphics and a traditional lunchbox-style carrying handle, the Baby Terror combines unmistakable British amplifier aesthetics with modern convenience. An included padded gig bag provides additional protection during transportation.

Whether you're looking for a compact primary amplifier, a portable rehearsal head, a recording solution, or a reliable backup for live performances, the Orange Baby Terror delivers authentic Orange tone, exceptional control, and impressive flexibility in a remarkably small package.

Please Note: This is an amplifier head. A compatible external guitar speaker cabinet is required for conventional amplified playback and is sold separately.

Key Features

• Compact 20-watt solid-state electric guitar amplifier head

• Part of Orange's modern Baby amplifier series

• Responsive JFET preamp circuitry with tube-like dynamics

• Four-stage, single-ended JFET gain design

• Single-channel amplifier with a wide range of clean and overdriven tones

• Dedicated Gain and Volume controls

• Three-band EQ with Bass, Middle, and Treble controls

• Additional Presence control for high-frequency shaping

• Tubby switch adds warmth and low-end fullness at cleaner settings

• Footswitchable second volume control for lead boosts

• Adjustable solo boost without changing gain or EQ

• Dedicated effects loop for external pedals and processors

• Balanced line output for recording and live sound applications

• Ground-lift function for reducing unwanted hum

• Direct preamp output compatible with external cabinet impulse responses

• Compatible with 8- and 16-ohm guitar speaker cabinets

• No vacuum tubes or warm-up time required

• Compact metal enclosure with classic Orange styling

• Integrated carrying handle

• Padded protective gig bag included

• Suitable for home practice, rehearsals, recording, and small performances

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Orange Amplification

• Model: Baby Terror

• Invoice Model Number: BT20H

• Product Type: Electric Guitar Amplifier Head

• Amplifier Technology: Solid-State

• Preamp Design: Single-Ended JFET

• Preamp Gain Stages: 4

• Output Power: 20 Watts

• Channels: 1

• Vacuum Tubes: None

• EQ: Three-Band with Presence

• EQ Controls: Bass, Middle, Treble

• Gain Control: Dedicated Gain Knob

• Primary Volume: Dedicated Volume Knob

• Secondary Volume: Footswitchable FS Volume

• Lead Boost: Footswitchable Second Volume

• Additional Tone Control: Tubby Switch

• Presence Control: Yes

• Effects Loop: Yes

• Effects Loop Connections: Send and Return

• Instrument Input: 1/4"

• Balanced Output: Yes, with Ground Lift

• Speaker Output Impedance: 8 or 16 Ohms

• Built-In Reverb: No

• Built-In Cabinet Simulation: Not specified; external IRs can be used with the balanced output

• Footswitch Included: No

• Protective Gig Bag: Included

• Finish: White

• Chassis: Metal

• Carrying Handle: Integrated

• Dimensions (W x H x D): 6.50" x 5.51" x 3.94" (16.5 x 14 x 10 cm)

• Weight: 3.31 lbs (1.5 kg)

• UPC: 5060299179134

• Speaker Cabinet Included: No