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Overview

The Zombie II has superseded its predecessor, securing a spot in this guide with its expanded control options and genuine tube preamp. It is part of Joyo's BanTamP xL series of lunchbox style amp heads that offer more features for the money.

The xL series updates the already successful design of the original BanTamP with 3 added knobs, allowing for dedicated Gain, Tone and Volume controls for each channel. It also comes with a footswitch for hands-free switching between Clean and Overdrive.

The BanTamP xL Zombie II retains the original 12AX7 preamp tube, paired with a solidstate poweramp section, voiced for modern high gain tones that cater to rock and metal style playing.

The sound is tight and defined, which allows it to work with the many different rock styles. Interestingly, the clean channel is also decent sounding, if not great.

It comes with Bluetooth connectivity, a convenience that gives it an edge over other lunchbox amps.

It has effects send and return jacks, which allow for easier integration of pedals. It also has a headphones out with speaker emulation for quiet practice.

Joyo gave it a sleek look that matches the genre it is supposed to be played on.

The Joyo BanTamP xL Zombie II is highly recommended if you are into high-gain rock styles that this amp is designed for. You may also be interested in a cheaper option from Joyo: Joyo BanTamP Zombie.

Specifications

• Power Rating: 20-Watts
• Speaker Out: 1/4" (8/16 ohms)
• Channels: 2 (Clean/OD)
• Tubes: 12AX7 Preamp
• Controls: Clean/OD, Bluetooth, 2 x Gain, 2 x Tone, 2 x Volume
• Effects: None
• Amp Models: None
• Inputs/Outputs: 1 x 1/4", 2 x 1/4" (Send/Return), 1 x 1/4" (Headphones), Bluetooth Aux, 1 x 1/4" (Footswitch)
• Dimensions: 6.42" x 4.33" x 5.51"
• Weight: 2.87 lbs

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