Orange Super Crush 100 Head 100W Guitar Amplifier – Orange

Quick Product Summary

The Orange Super Crush 100 Head delivers powerful, responsive guitar tones from a rugged 100-watt solid-state amplifier designed for stage, rehearsal and studio use. Inspired by Orange's flagship Rockerverb amplifiers, it combines an all-analogue preamp with a Class A/B power section for lively dynamics, strong clean headroom and saturated high-gain sounds.

With independent Clean and Dirty channels, built-in digital reverb, a buffered effects loop and a balanced CabSim XLR output, the Super Crush 100 offers the flexibility needed for everything from straightforward live rigs to direct recording setups.

What Makes the Orange Super Crush 100 Special?

Orange has designed the Super Crush 100 to deliver much of the immediacy and dynamic character players associate with a valve amplifier while retaining the reliability and consistency of a solid-state design. Its 100-watt Class A/B power section provides plenty of output for rehearsals and live performance, while the two-channel preamp moves easily between articulate cleans, classic crunch and considerably heavier gain.

It is also particularly well equipped for modern setups. Digital reverb is built in, the buffered effects loop provides a practical place for delay, modulation and other effects, and the balanced XLR CabSim output allows the amplifier to feed a mixing desk, PA or recording interface without having to place a microphone in front of a speaker cabinet.

Who Is It For?

The Super Crush 100 Head is ideal for guitarists who want a powerful, dependable amplifier head with the feel and response associated with traditional Orange amplification but without the maintenance requirements of a valve power stage.

Its combination of clean headroom, substantial gain range and practical connectivity makes it particularly suitable for rock, alternative, punk, metal and heavier styles, while its clean channel and pedal-friendly design also make it a strong platform for players who build their sound around effects.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Amplifier Type	Solid-state guitar amplifier head
Output	100W at 8Ω / 70W at 16Ω
Channels	Clean and Dirty
Power Section	Class A/B
Reverb	Built-in digital reverb
Effects Loop	Yes, buffered
Direct Output	Balanced XLR with CabSim
Finish	Classic Orange

What's Included?

• Orange Super Crush 100 Guitar Amplifier Head in Orange

• Speaker cabinet not included

• Footswitch not included

• No external power supply is required; the amplifier operates directly from mains power

Technical Specifications

Amplifier

• Type: Solid-state guitar amplifier head

• Preamp: All-analogue, single-ended design

• Power Amplifier: Class A/B

• Output Power: 100 watts at 8 ohms

• Output Power at 16 Ohms: 70 watts

• Minimum Output Impedance: 8 ohms

• Channels: 2 – Clean and Dirty

• Channel Switching: Front-panel or compatible latching footswitch

Controls

Clean Channel

• Clean Volume

• Bass

• Treble

Dirty Channel

• Dirty Volume

• Gain

• Bass

• Middle

• Treble

Master Controls

• Master Volume

• Reverb

Connections

• Guitar input

• Speaker outputs

• Buffered FX Send

• Buffered FX Return

• Footswitch connection

• Balanced XLR CabSim output

CabSim Output

• Balanced XLR direct output

• Cabinet simulation

• Open-back / closed-back cabinet simulation selection

Speaker Connections

The speaker outputs are wired in parallel and can be used with:

• 1 x 8Ω speaker cabinet

• 1 x 16Ω speaker cabinet

• 2 x 16Ω speaker cabinets

Minimum total speaker impedance: 8Ω.

Dimensions & Weight

• Height: 23 cm

• Width: 55 cm

• Depth: 25 cm

• Weight: 11.2 kg

Finish

• Orange covering

• Traditional Orange amplifier styling

• Basketweave-style grille detailing

Power Requirements

The Orange Super Crush 100 is a mains-powered amplifier with an internal power supply, so no external power adapter is required.

Always connect the amplifier to a correctly rated mains supply and ensure that the connected speaker cabinet or cabinets meet the amplifier's minimum impedance requirements.

FAQs

Is the Orange Super Crush 100 a valve amplifier?

No. The Super Crush 100 is a solid-state amplifier. Orange has designed its analogue preamp and Class A/B power section to provide a responsive playing feel and harmonic character associated with traditional valve amplification without requiring power valves.

Is the Super Crush 100 powerful enough for gigs?

Yes. With up to 100 watts into an 8-ohm cabinet, the Super Crush 100 has substantial output and headroom for rehearsal and live applications.

Can I use pedals with the Super Crush 100?

Yes. The amplifier works well as a pedal platform, and the buffered effects loop provides a dedicated connection point for effects that players may prefer to place after the preamp, such as delay and modulation.

Can I connect the Super Crush 100 directly to a PA system?

Yes. The balanced XLR CabSim output provides a speaker-emulated signal suitable for connection to compatible mixing desks, PA equipment and recording interfaces.

What speaker cabinet should I use with it?

The head can be connected to one 8-ohm cabinet, one 16-ohm cabinet or two 16-ohm cabinets. The total impedance must never fall below 8 ohms.

Can I change channels with a footswitch?

Yes. Channel selection can be controlled remotely using a compatible latching footswitch. A footswitch is available separately.

Can the reverb be switched remotely?

Yes. The amplifier provides footswitch control for its onboard reverb when used with a suitable switching setup.

Is the Super Crush 100 suitable for high-gain sounds?

Yes. The Dirty channel offers a wide gain range capable of moving from lower-gain crunch through to heavily saturated tones suitable for modern rock and metal.

Does the amplifier have built-in speakers?

No. This is an amplifier head, so it requires a suitable external guitar speaker cabinet for conventional amplified use.

Is the Orange Super Crush 100 suitable for recording?

Yes. Its CabSim-equipped balanced XLR output makes it particularly practical for direct recording, while the traditional speaker outputs also allow it to be recorded through a cabinet and microphone.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

• Established in 1987 – decades of experience supplying musicians with instruments and professional music equipment.

• Birmingham's largest independent music store with a huge showroom at 79–83 Holloway Head.

• 6,000+ Trustpilot reviews and a long-standing reputation for excellent customer service.

• Expert musician-led advice from a team with genuine experience of guitars, amplifiers and effects.

• Fast UK delivery with secure ordering.

• Competitive pricing across a huge range of new and pre-owned musical equipment.

• Buy online or visit our Birmingham showroom for friendly, knowledgeable advice.

Trade In. Trade Up. Save More.

Looking to upgrade your current amplifier, guitar or other music equipment? Fair Deal Music buys and part-exchanges pre-owned gear, making it easier to put the value of your existing equipment towards the Orange Super Crush 100.

Contact our team for a valuation and discover how much you could save on your next upgrade.