Description
The ENGL Invader II (E642-2) represents the pinnacle of high-gain versatility and sonic engineering. Designed for the discerning guitarist who demands surgical precision across an expansive tonal spectrum, this all-tube amplifier head bridges the gap between boutique cleans and aggressive, modern metal distortion. With its sophisticated switching matrix and integrated MIDI capabilities, the Invader II is the definitive centerpiece for both studio recording and complex live rigs.
At its core, the Invader II utilizes a 100-watt, EL34-driven power section that delivers immense headroom and a muscular low-end response. Unlike standard multi-channel amps, the Invader II offers four distinct, independent channels, each equipped with dedicated Gain, EQ, and Volume controls, allowing for seamless transitions between pristine, bell-like chimes and searing, compressed lead tones.
Key Technical Specifications & Features
- Power Output: 100 Watts (Class AB), driven by 4 x EL34 power tubes.
- Preamp Topology: 4 independent channels (Ch. 1: Clean, Ch. 2: Crunch, Ch. 3: Soft Lead, Ch. 4: Heavy Lead).
- Sound Switching Matrix: Independent 3-band EQ per channel, with dedicated “Bright,” “Hi-Gain,” and “Sound” switches for granular tonal shaping.
- Integrated MIDI Interface: Full MIDI integration allowing for 128 programmable presets, compatible with all standard MIDI foot controllers.
- Master Controls: Dual switchable Master Volume controls (A/B) for precise solo boosting and level management.
- Connectivity: MIDI In/Thru, Serial/Parallel FX loop with adjustable balance, and four compensated line outputs (XLR) for silent recording or direct-to-FOH applications.
- Noise Gate: Integrated, threshold-adjustable noise gate on channels 3 and 4 to eliminate unwanted signal artifacts during high-gain performance.
Why Choose the Invader II?
The true genius of the Invader II lies in its Sound Switch architecture. By engaging the “Sound” buttons on the lead channels, players can manipulate the internal gain structure to toggle between traditional high-gain textures and modern, mid-scooped brutality. Combined with the “Hi-Gain” switch, this provides a virtually limitless palette of saturation, resonance, and harmonic complexity. The inclusion of an ultra-quiet, integrated noise gate ensures that your signal remains pristine even at extreme gain levels, removing the need for external signal processors.
Whether you are crafting intricate clean textures for atmospheric passages or layering bone-crushing rhythms in drop-tunings, the ENGL Invader II provides the technical accuracy and raw power required to realize your creative vision.
Experience the ultimate in German-engineered amplification. Add the ENGL Invader II to your rig today and command the stage with unparalleled sonic authority.
