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Quick answer: The Hiwatt DR20/0.5 Head - The Little Rig is a Hiwatt guitar amplifier head. Sold brand-new by Victory Musical Instruments, a veteran-owned authorized retailer in Miami, FL. Questions? Call 844-687-4208.
Classic British tone, built to be played.
Overview
The legendary Hiwatt preamp circuit and tonestack found in the DR103/504 feeding a 20W (switchable to 0.5W) output section offers classic Hiwatt headroom, clarity, instantaneous response, sonic depth, and detail, with breakup at recording and club volumes (switch to 0.5W in the greenroom).
Iconic 60s British tone in a lightweight and portable package.
At a Glance
| Brand | Hiwatt |
| Model | DR20/0.5 Head - The Little Rig |
| Series | Custom |
| Category | Guitar Amplifier Head |
| Color | Black |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Power | Switchable — 20W or 0.5W (120V / 2A) |
| SKU / MPN | DR20H-U |
| Condition | New |
| Warranty | 1 year manufacturer warranty |
| Sold by | Victory Musical Instruments — veteran-owned authorized retailer, Miami FL |
Key Features
- Original linked input circuit as famously modded for Pink Floyd, increasing signal to the V1 preamp valve and producing a fuller, more present and forward sound.
- Optional "Fat Switch" mod for a fuller tone with extended low-end range and increased volume.
- Normal and Brilliant channels. Versatile and intuitive, perfect for bringing life out of dark pickups or taming shrill high end in bright pickups.
- Volume for any gig — Switchable wattage allows switching from 20W down to 0.5W for bedroom playing and smaller venues.
Specifications
| Power output | Switchable — 20W or 0.5W |
| Channels | Normal, Brilliant |
| Inputs | Normal, Brilliant, Linked |
| Preamp valves | 4 x ECC83 (12AX7) |
| Power valves | 2 x EL84 |
| Speaker outputs | 2 x 1/4" speaker Out |
| Impedance | Switchable using Variable Impedance Outputs on the rear panel — 4 Ω, 8 Ω, or 16 Ω |
Why Hiwatt?
Hiwatt amplifiers are prized for headroom: the ability to stay clean, clear, and dynamic as you turn up. That clarity is also why they are loved as a pedal platform, presenting your effects honestly instead of coloring them. Whether you chase pristine cleans or push the amp into natural breakup, this model gives you that classic British voice in a road-ready package.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Hiwatt DR20/0.5 Head - The Little Rig come with a speaker cabinet?
No. This is an amplifier head, so it needs a separate speaker cabinet to make sound. Hiwatt pairs naturally with matching guitar cabinets, and the head works with any cabinet at a compatible impedance and power rating.
Is the Hiwatt DR20/0.5 Head - The Little Rig a tube amp or solid-state?
It uses an analog solid-state power section voiced for the classic clean, high-headroom Hiwatt character.
Is the Hiwatt DR20/0.5 Head - The Little Rig a genuine Hiwatt product?
Yes. Victory Musical Instruments is a veteran-owned, authorized retailer based in Miami, FL. Every unit is brand-new and covered by the full Hiwatt manufacturer warranty.
Can I get help choosing or setting it up?
Absolutely. You will talk to real people, not a call center. Call us at 844-687-4208 and we will help you spec the right rig and get it running.
Why Buy from Victory Musical Instruments
Victory Musical Instruments is a veteran-owned authorized retailer in Miami, FL. Whether you are outfitting a home studio, a touring rig, or a rehearsal room, we will help you spec the right gear and stand behind the sale. Save through our ID.me military discount program for active duty, veterans, reservists, and eligible family. Questions? Call 844-687-4208.