Bad Cat Ocelot 20W Tube Guitar Amp Head Black

The Bad Cat Ocelot 20W tube guitar amp is a powerful modern solution for gigging guitarists, proving that big tone can come in a compact package. Designed for players who demand professional-grade performance in an easily portable format, the Ocelot blends hand-built tube craftsmanship with wide-ranging flexibility. From pristine cleans to saturated high gain, it’s a stage, studio and practice companion that refuses to compromise. Packed with smart features like Two notes Torpedo cabinet simulation, switchable power modes and Hi/Lo modes for expanded tonal options, this amp takes the legendary Bad Cat sound and makes it more portable—and more powerful—than ever before.

Classic Tube Power With Modern Flexibility

At its core, the Ocelot is built around a hand-wired, all-tube design that captures the organic feel and responsiveness players expect from a boutique head. Its EL84-driven power section delivers 20 watts of rich, articulate tone, perfect for stage use when you need volume and headroom to cut through a mix. Flip the onboard switch and the amp drops to a single watt, ideal for home practice, late-night recording or achieving saturated tube compression without excessive volume. This simple but powerful feature makes the Ocelot equally comfortable roaring in a live venue or whispering in a small apartment studio.

Two Channels, Infinite Tonal Options

The Ocelot’s dual-channel design gives you everything from crystal-clean articulation to bone-crunching drive. Channel 1 offers shimmering high-headroom cleans that can be pushed into expressive breakup with the Hi/Lo switch, perfect for players who need touch-sensitive dynamics. Channel 2 delivers tight crunch and searing distortion, with independent gain and volume controls for sculpting your sound with precision. With Hi/Lo options available for both channels, you effectively get four distinct voices at your command. With the included footswitch, moving between channels is seamless—making it as gig-ready as it is studio-friendly.

Powerful Controls and Flexible I/O Options

Beyond its tube core, the Ocelot delivers a smart set of features for today’s working guitarist. Independent Bass, Middle, Treble and Presence controls provide precise tone shaping across both channels. A buffered effects loop makes it easy to integrate pedals and time-based effects without loss of clarity. Connectivity is equally robust, with dual speaker outs, footswitch support, XLR and headphone outputs for silent playing and USB-C for IR management and updates. This flexibility makes the Ocelot equally at home in a pedalboard-centric rig or a recording setup.

Two notes Torpedo DynIR Integration for Seamless Cabinet Simulation

With built-in Two notes Torpedo technology, the Ocelot lets you capture authentic cab tones without miking a speaker. Six onboard Bad Cat DynIR virtual cabinets are ready to go, each fine-tuned for pro recording and direct monitoring. A dedicated Cab switch and Cab Level control let you shape and balance your output on the fly. Both the XLR and headphone outs feed the virtual cabs, while USB-C allows you to load your own custom IRs for personalized sound. Whether you’re tracking silently, rehearsing at night or sending a polished signal to front of house, the Ocelot makes cab simulation effortless.

A Compact Tube Amp Built to Perform Anywhere

Every detail of the Bad Cat Ocelot 25W tube guitar amp is designed with professional players in mind. The rugged aluminum chassis is lightweight yet roadworthy, designed to handle the demands of touring while staying portable enough for home practice or fly dates. High-quality components ensure consistency and reliability night after night. Compact in size but uncompromising in tone, the Ocelot is the rare amp that bridges worlds—studio, stage and home—without sacrificing character. It’s proof that professional tube performance can come in a package built for modern players.