HiWatt is one of the legendary names in the world of amplifiers, known for its impressive sound quality, sturdy construction, and iconic, powerful sound. Since the 1960s, the brand has shaped music history and is highly regarded by guitarists and bassists worldwide. From now on, the HiWatt portfolio will be distributed by Algam.

Origins and Philosophy
Founded by David Reeves in 1966 in England, HiWatt was designed from the beginning for precision and reliability. Reeves' vision was to build amplifiers that could withstand the challenges of the touring lifestyle while delivering crystal-clear, powerful sound. This philosophy is reflected in every HiWatt product to this day.

The Sound of HiWatt
HiWatt amplifiers are known for their brilliant, clean tone and their ability to remain detailed and transparent even at high volumes. This sound is especially favored by rock, blues, and prog-rock guitarists. ArtistHiwatts like David Gilmour (Pink Floyd) and Pete Townshend (The Who) have immortalized the HiWatt sound on iconic albums and live performances. Many other bands and artists are part of the HiWatt Artist roster, including The Killers, Oasis, Eagles of Death Metal, and Kasabian. HiWatt’s signature "British Sound" is a perfect blend of warmth, clarity, and presence.

Even with a new team, HiWatt stays true to its roots, producing both classic models and modern variants that cater to the needs of today’s musicians. At the same time, the brand is developing solutions for rehearsal spaces, smaller stages, and home use, making the legendary HiWatt sound accessible to a wider audience.

For the Algam launch, all more affordable amps, combos, cabinets, and pedals from the Asian production line are available. The UK-made high-end amps are in full production but will take a little more time, as the original HiWatt UK products are still hand-wired according to the demanding specifications and original plans of Dave Reeves, using only the highest-quality English speakers, components, and audio transformers.

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LONDON SERIES

Born in the vibrant London of the '60s and raised among rock icons, Hiwatt amplifiers are synonymous with British guitar sound. The London 12 Combo, arguably the sweetest and LOUDEST practice amp on the market, is well on its way to becoming a superstar. With the push of a button, you can switch between gritty overdrive and crystal-clear clean tones. Not only is the London 12 highly portable, but it also features Bluetooth capabilities—perfect for setting the mood at a party or firing up the rehearsal space!

Leeds Series

A tribute to the concert recordings that captured the raw power of live bands as they took the world stage by storm. The English city of Leeds has become synonymous with legendary live performances and serves as a launchpad for the next generation of rising British talent. The Hiwatt sound from these performances is widely regarded as one of the finest tones ever captured on record.

Tube Series: Hi-5

The Hiwatt Hi-5 is a studio-quality practice amp that combines classic Hiwatt clean tones with a powerful high-gain channel. Available in both head and combo formats, its compact design packs enough punch to drive a 4x12 cabinet—delivering a truly massive overdrive sound!

Favored as a backstage and studio amp by artists like The Killers and Eagles of Death Metal.

Tube Series: T20/10

Professional British tube tone that takes you from the studio to the biggest stages. The Hiwatt T20/10 is a dual-channel amplifier combining our signature Hiwatt clean tones with a powerful overdrive channel. With 20 watts of EL84 power, an FX loop, and authentic spring reverb, it offers everything a musician could want.

Thanks to the power-scaling feature, you can reduce the output to 10 watts, letting you enjoy that signature tube tone at lower volumes. A perfect, gig-ready pedal platform setup!

Tube Series: T40/20

The crown jewel of the UK-designed amplifier range: the newly revamped Hiwatt T Series combines enhanced EQ, a refined gain channel, and classic British tone. The T40 features a Hiwatt preamp, EL84 tubes, and power-scaling for flexible headroom or breakup.

With an FX loop and spring reverb, it’s the perfect pedal platform for both studio and stage.

HG Series Cabinets

The Hiwatt HG Cabs, originally designed in England in the late '60s, are known for their exceptional sound qualities and are favored both on stage and in the studio. Equipped with loud, high-power custom Hiwatt speakers, these cabs cut through dense mixes with ease. Made from 18mm birch wood and built using traditional methods, their tonal characteristics remain impressive to this day.

Bulldog Series

The Hiwatt Bulldog series offers bassists versatile amplifiers, ranging from compact practice amps to powerful stage models. Featuring classic analog preamps, modern Class-D power amps, and powerful speakers, the series combines legendary Hiwatt sound with modern functionality—making it perfect for rehearsals, studio work, and the stage.

Bass Cabinets

The Hiwatt Bass Cabs, originally designed in England in the late '60s, combine top-tier sound quality with rugged construction. Made from 18mm birch wood and traditionally glued and nailed, they offer maximum stability and optimal resonance. Equipped with specially designed Hi Wattage custom Hiwatt speakers, they deliver an impressive sound that perfectly blends tradition and performance.

Effect Pedals

The Filter Fuzz from the Hiwatt Custom Shop is a tonally perfected reinterpretation of the classic '60s fuzz sound. Developed in collaboration with two Hiwatt Custom Shop experts, the Filter Fuzz offers an authentic, fully analog tone with an expanded gain and frequency range. Inspired by the legendary "69" tones on the Grand Funk album, it blends the sound of a Musicraft Messenger guitar with a Heathkit Fuzz, bringing that "Free-Love" moment into modern tone creation.

The original WEM Copicat Tape Delay was known for its ability to give weak guitar pickups more output while producing haunting delay effects and slapback. The WEM CCB-1 Boost Pedal captures the magic of the Copicat preamp in a pedalboard-friendly format, honoring the original design. With up to 21 dB of gain, it sends your guitar sound into orbit, while the FREQ control allows you to precisely shape the bass frequencies.

Where to Buy

Soon available in the Benelux!

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