The Hot Cat 50 represents the latest evolution of Bad Cat’s legendary high gain platform. For over 25 years, the Hot Cat has been the brand’s go to amp for professional players seeking power, clarity and authority. This 50 watt version features a redesigned power section, a more flexible EQ, 2 seamless channels and switchable Lo and Hi gain modes.

Where the Black Cat 30 focuses on classic and expressive tones, the Hot Cat 50 is built for contrast. From expansive cleans to aggressive crunch and saturated high gain, this is the most wide ranging amplifier in the Bad Cat lineup. It covers everything from country and classic rock to modern high gain styles with impressive precision.

The clean channel in Lo mode delivers glassy American style tones with single coil guitars. Switch to Hi mode and the response tightens up into articulate, biting country lead sounds. With a humbucker equipped guitar, the same settings move effortlessly into punchy, mid forward classic rock territory.

The second channel is voiced in the spirit of a classic JCM style circuit, offering rich crunch and unmistakable 1980s rock character. With the gain around 2 o’clock, it sits firmly in arena rock territory. Engaging Hi mode adds even more saturation and aggression, ideal for harder rock and metal applications.

Equipped with an effects loop, onboard reverb, direct line out and a 2 button footswitch, the Hot Cat 50 is designed as the centerpiece of a professional rig and integrates effortlessly with pedals and rack effects.