Bad Cat

The Bad Cat PurePath is a groundbreaking fully analog, amplifier-driven speaker simulator with a mechanical reactive load— designed to deliver real amp feel without DSP, menus, or power cables. Winner of a NAMM 2026 "Best in Show" award, it...

The Bad Cat Era 30 is not just an amplifier—it’s a bridge between the past and the future of guitar tone. Designed by the legendary Mark Sampson, whose groundbreaking creations have shaped the sound of countless records, the Era 30 marks his...

Wide open and gloriously unrestrained, the new Jet Black packs a visceral gut punch. It feels big yet it’s still agile, responsive and dynamic – you’re in complete control, using nothing more than your pick attack and the volume control...

SPECIFICATIONS Back: Open Back Speaker: Bad Cat Custom Celestion Vintage 30, UK Made (8 Ohms, 60W) Total Cab Impedance: 8 Ohms Wattage: 60W Finish: Black Taurus Vinyl Cab & Panel, Silver Sparkle Grille, Silver Piping Handle: Black Leather Stitched...

The award winning Hot Cat amp was introduced in 2005 to great accolade. As pleased as we are with the original, the time had come for a whole new Hot Cat. We took everything we have learned over the last 20 years and applied it to this limitless...

Modern high gain players need tight low frequencies that punch and react quickly to staccato palm muting. They need high frequencies that cut without being harsh and grainy. They need effective midrange shaping with complexity and articulation. Finally,...

The Cub was among the original Bad Cat designs – boutique and highly desired, it has been used on countless stages and recordings. Over the years, the Cub’s design has been steadily refined and improved. Every iteration brings something new...