1997~98 Gibson transition Era Orange OTR (Oscillatory Transition Return) OD120 Reissue. Powered by 4 x EL34's, the OTR is similar to the Matamp Overdrive model with modifications suggested by Noel Gallagher to give the amp more sparkle.
The OTR features controls for Master Volume, Gain, Presence, Treble, Bass & a unique control labelled as 'Frequency Attenuation Control'; essentially an overall attenuator which chokes certain frequencies are lower settings and lets the amplifier breathe at higher volumes. There are definitely some secret mojo tones in these settings.
Legend has it - according to Orange:
"Noel used Orange amps throughout the late 90’s and until the early 2000’s. As well as the OR120 Head and PPC412 cabinet, Noel suggested changes to the Overdrive. He was using the amp with everything up to 10, Orange’s Technical Director Ade Emsley spoke to him about ways to approve his sound. Oasis were on tour in 1997 with U2 and Noel had been using an Orange combo and he wanted more crunch from them. Ade made some changes to the overdrive circuit, which includded modifications to the phase inverter and preamp. These changes gave the amp more sparkle and also formed the basis for the new OTR amplifier."
Made in the United Kingdom.
Recently serviced and re-valved.
Original handle is missing but has been replaced with reproduction Marshall-style type. New rubber feed have been installed.
Video: https://youtu.be/jyJU2136ym4
Product Specs
- Item Number: 35246
- Make: Orange
- Model: OTR OR120
- Condition: Very Good
- Finish: Orange
- Categories: amps ⇒ guitar-heads
- Year: 1997
- Made In: United Kingdom
- MPN: 35246