{"product_id":"preloved-victory-kraken-vx","title":"PRELOVED Victory Kraken VX","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePRELOVED Victory VX The Kraken – Original MKI Valve Guitar Head\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVictory VX The Kraken\u003c\/strong\u003e packs serious high-gain valve tone into Victory's compact lunchbox format. Developed for players who want everything from classic British-inspired drive through to tight, aggressive modern gain, the original Kraken quickly became one of Victory's best-known amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal first-generation VX The Kraken (MKI)\u003c\/strong\u003e, predating the later Kraken MKII. It is in \u003cstrong\u003egood condition\u003c\/strong\u003e and has spent its life in a home studio environment rather than being regularly gigged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes complete with its \u003cstrong\u003eVictory padded carry bag and footswitch\u003c\/strong\u003e and has been tested and is ready to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-built in England, the original Kraken delivers up to 50 watts from an all-valve power section while offering multiple lower-power options that make it surprisingly practical for home and studio use as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGain I – British-Inspired Drive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kraken isn't simply about maximum gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGain I\u003c\/strong\u003e starts with a more traditional British-inspired voice, with plenty of midrange character and a response that works particularly well for crunchy rhythm sounds, classic rock and heavier British-style drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's plenty of gain available, but it retains the open character and dynamics that make lower-gain rock tones feel alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGain II – Modern High Gain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch over to \u003cstrong\u003eGain II\u003c\/strong\u003e and the Kraken becomes a different beast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mode is tighter, more aggressive and more modern, with the kind of controlled low end and focused response that works beautifully for metal, progressive playing, extended-range guitars and heavily distorted rhythm work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite the amount of gain available, the Kraken is designed to retain note definition rather than simply turning everything into saturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e50 Watts – Or Turn It Right Down\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the clever features of the original Kraken is its flexible power section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt full power you've 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part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with the included footswitch, there's a lot of control available without needing to add extra pedals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBass Focus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVictory's \u003cstrong\u003eBass Focus switch\u003c\/strong\u003e works within the power section rather than simply acting as another bass EQ control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt allows you to change the way the bottom end responds, moving between a tighter, more focused response and a looser, more resonant feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's particularly useful when changing cabinets, guitars or tuning, and helps explain why the Kraken works so well for modern high-gain sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003epreloved Victory VX The Kraken is in good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has been used primarily in a \u003cstrong\u003ehome studio environment\u003c\/strong\u003e and presents well for a preloved amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amp has been tested and is working properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Victory padded carry bag and footswitch.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease refer to the product photographs for the cosmetic condition of the actual amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Victory VX The Kraken MKI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-built in England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact all-valve guitar amplifier head\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo footswitchable gain modes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGain I – British-inspired drive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGain II – tighter, more aggressive modern high 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serious valve amplifier for a home or project studio without committing to a huge traditional head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this the original Victory Kraken or the MKII?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal first-generation Victory VX The Kraken\u003c\/strong\u003e, often referred to as the MKI. 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