The legendary roar of classic British rock amps holds a special allure for guitarists. Gosh Amplification understands this passion, and their Problem Solver 50-Watt all-tube head is a testament to both respecting tradition and pushing boundaries.
Gosh Problem Solver Backstory
The Problem Solver’s story began in 2016 on the porch of Chris Wollard’s home. Fueled by a deep love for the 2204 circuit, Wollard and a collaborator embarked on a quest to both honor the iconic design and solve its inherent limitations.
Years of meticulous refinements and countless prototypes led to the Problem Solver – a true homage to the past and a powerful tool for today’s guitarists.
It covers a lot of ground and does that Marshall thing very well. Think Classic Rock, through to higher gain ’80s tones, and you’ll be in the right ballpark with this head. Then factor in all the added extra updates and refinements, making this amp one that you need to check out.
AGE Voicing Switch
Time travel through rock history with this 4-way switch. Experience the shimmering highs of ’63, the aggressive midrange punch of ’66, the focused power of ’81, or the refined warmth of the modern ’23 sound.
The Premier Guitar video below gives a great overview of this boutique 50-watt all-tube amp head.
Key Features at a Glance
- Mid Boost Switch: This dedicated switch cuts through the densest mixes, ensuring your lead work always commands attention.
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4-way AGE Voicing Switch: explore iconic tones spanning different eras — ’63, ’66, ’81 and ’23
- Depth Control: More than just bass – this is about control. The Depth knob lets you tailor the tightness and responsiveness of your low-end, from a booming rumble to a focused punch.
- Revamped EQ: Tradition is great, but usability is key. The Problem Solver’s EQ provides intuitive and precise tone shaping right out of the box.
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Bias test points on chassis for easy biasing and tube swaps
- Built to Last: The Problem Solver’s heart beats with 2 x EL34 power tubes and 3 x 12AX7 preamp tubes. Its build quality shines with hand-wired USA construction and top-of-the-line Mercury Magnetics transformers – this is an amp you’ll pass down to the next generation of rockers.
Technical Specifications
- Power: 50-watt all-tube
- Construction: Hand-wired in the USA
- Tubes: 2 x EL34 power tubes, 3 x 12AX7 preamp tubes
- Impedance Select: 4, 8, and 16 ohms
- Dimensions: 8.5” (D) x 29.25″ (W) x 11” (H)
- Weight: 39 lbs.
Pricing and Availability
The Gosh Problem Solver costs $2,800 – purchase directly from the Gosh Amplification website.
Guitar Bomb Verdict
This is a well-specified boutique amp head, perfect for anyone looking for that classic 2204 circuit. The added features make this 50-wat hand-wired all-tube amp head a lot more versatile than a regular vintage amp. Price-wise it is around what we would expect to pay for a high-quality amp head.
