The Victory V4 The Kraken Guitar Amp is the compact and pedalboard-friendly version of the guitar amp of the same name, which enjoys particular popularity among fans of cultivated gain sounds. Just like the VX The Kraken, the guitar amp in pedalboard format delivers first-class sounds on two independent channels, which can be easily used for sound reinforcement at gigs and rehearsals via the internal power amplifier with enormous power reserves of 180 watts. Especially for recording purposes is furthermore innovative Two Notes Engineering technology of the Torpedo in the form of high-quality cabinet simulations on board the V4 The Kraken.
For output through conventional passive speaker cabinets, the Victory V4 The Kraken's integrated power amp provides up to 180 watts of power into 4 ohms to easily provide suitable volume reserves for gigs, rehearsals and jams. The authentic feel of an all-tube amp is provided by the Valve Response Circuit, which reproduces the characteristic resonance and dynamic thrust of a tube power amp impressively and authentically.
To equip the Victory V4 The Kraken pedal for silent recordings or uncomplicated recordings in breathtaking quality, the cab sim technology known from the Two Notes Torpedo is used as part of the extensive pedal amp. Via the Sim Presets Switch, six directly selectable cabinet configurations and a separate volume control for the outgoing volume are available. Using Torpedo Remote software and the side-mounted USB port of the V4 The Kraken, furthermore all six simulations can be edited in detail on a PC or Mac, tweaked and saved to one of the six slots for later use.
To ensure fullest functionality in almost any environment, the V4 The Kraken is equipped with numerous connection options. A classic effects loop and an additional 9V DC connection allows external effects pedals to be powered and placed between the preamp and power amp, while the headphone jack, which is also housed, allows for silent practice and jam sessions. For applications in studio and live environments such as recording devices and FOH, an XLR
Those who have played the VX The Kraken or the 100-watt VX100 The Super Kraken will find the controls of the V4 The Kraken pedal very familiar. These are extremely straightforward and consist of a common 3-band