Experience the powerhouse sound of the Orange Micro Dark, a compact valve hybrid amp head designed to deliver intense, high-gain tones in a pint-sized frame. Building on the legendary Dark Terror and Dual Dark models, this amp meets the demands of guitarists seeking versatility, from crisp cleans to heavy distortion. Its sleek matte black chassis conceals a surprisingly wide tonal palette, making it ideal for practice, studio recording, or as a secret weapon for live performance.

Main Features

• Valve/Solid State Hybrid Design: Utilises a single 12AX7 valve preamp combined with a robust solid state output section for warm cleans, smooth overdrive, and rich distortion.
• Intuitive Shape Control: Tailor your midrange response and tone by adjusting from scooped thrash to classic mid-boosted ‘bark’, perfect for a variety of musical styles.
• Fully Buffered Effects Loop: Maintains tone integrity when using multiple pedals and long cable runs, ensuring your effects sound their best.
• CabSim Headphone Output: Features Orange’s acclaimed CabSim technology to emulate a mic’d 4×12 cabinet, perfect for silent practice or direct recording.
• Compact & Lightweight: At 0.78 kg and measuring just 16.5 × 13.5 × 9.5 cm, it’s ultra-portable without compromising power or tone.

Specifications

• Output Power: 20 watts max
• Speaker Output: 1 × 8-16 ohm cabinet (20 watts or greater)
• Controls: Gain, Shape, Volume
• Finish: Matte black high tensile steel
• Dimensions: 16.5 × 13.5 × 9.5 cm (6.50 × 5.31 × 3.74 inches)
• Weight: 0.78 kg (1.72 lbs)

Versatile Tone Engine

Whether you want squeaky clean sounds or aggressive metal distortion, the Micro Dark delivers with a rich, dynamic response. The Shape control allows seamless EQ over a broad range of tonal possibilities, shaping the mids, bass, and treble for a personalised sound. Push the Gain for saturated overdrive or dial back for articulate cleans.

Transparent Effects Loop and Silent Practice

The fully buffered, low impedance effects loop keeps your signal pure when integrating multiple pedals. When you need silent practice or direct recording, the headphone output with CabSim provides authentic Orange tones without the need for a speaker cabinet.

Frequently Asked Questions ➤ What type of valve does the Micro Dark use?
The Micro Dark features a single 12AX7/ECC83 valve in the preamp section, delivering warm, high-gain tones.
➤ Can I connect the Micro Dark to any speaker cabinet?
Yes, it is compatible with any 8-16 ohm cabinet rated at 20 watts or higher.
➤ Does the amplifier have an effects loop?
Yes, the Micro Dark includes a fully buffered, low impedance effects loop that preserves your tone when using pedals.
➤ Is the headphone output suitable for silent practice?
Absolutely. The headphone output features Orange’s CabSim circuitry to faithfully simulate a miked 4×12 cabinet for silent playing or recording.
➤ How portable is the Micro Dark?
The Micro Dark is compact and lightweight, weighing just 0.78 kg and measuring 16.5 × 13.5 × 9.5 cm, making it ideal for travel and home use.

Outside the UK?

Please note that shipping costs outside the UK are very approximate and can vary radically. Please contact us with your Country and Post/Zip Code for an accurate quote. Many thanks. Please also note if you are outside the UK we will not charge you tax on your purchase but you may be liable for import duty in your country.

Please also note that all our stock is sold for the UK market. If you are buying from outside the UK, please check that it is suitable for use in your country before purchase.