Crate V58 or V8 Palamino?

[appar111]

Looking for a decent low wattage tube amp for use around the house and for the occasional cranking to "turn that down!" levels for some sweet tube overdrive.

 

I originally looked at the Crate V58, but then saw that the V8 Palamino is available as well, for only $10 more, and it has a 10" (versus the V58's 8") speaker.

 

Would there be any reason, other than the color, to go for the V58 or the V8 Palamino? Are they the same amp, just w/ a different size speaker and cabinet color?

 

If not, and they are indeed different, which would be the better amp to get?

[Fender Picker]

Crate V8 Palomino 5W Class A Tube Combo Amp

 

Delivering vintage vibe and screaming tube tone, the Crate V8 Palomino Combo Amp is upscale but ready to get dirty. The Palamino amplifier sports vintage-style cream covering with gold hardware, 5W power from a pure Class A tube circuit, a 10" speaker, and a line out. The simple, powerful single channel has Gain, Tone, and Volume knobs. Crank your Crate V8 Palamino Amp up and dive into luscious tube tone.

 

Crate V8 Palomino 5W Class A Tube Combo Amp Features:

 

* 5W power

* Class A tube design

* 10" Celestion speaker

* Single channel

* Gain, Tone, Volume knobs

* Line out

* 13"W x 12"H x 7-1/2"D

* 18 lbs.

 

 

Crate V58

8" 5 Watts - All Tube

 

The V58 is a single channel amp that operates in Class A configuration and generates 5 watts RMS through its 8" speaker. The Class A circuit essentially runs the Groove Tubes at full output at all times. For the tone and feel fanatic, this provides instant response and dramatic wolf tones and harmonics which are the hallmark of this classic circuit design.

 

The V-Series all-tube amplifiers feature intuitive and powerful features, all tube hot-rodded performance, and a totally unique look. All of the V-Series models are designed and manufactured in the United States, using only the finest materials and processes. They come with a full 5-year Warranty on Electronics and 2 years on speakers.

 

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