{"product_id":"victory-amplification-v40-the-duchess-mkii-lunchbox-head","title":"Victory Amplification V40 The Duchess MKII Lunchbox Head","description":"\u003cp class=\"desc-header\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDuring the development of the Duchess MKII, we were careful not to stray too far from what made the original range so beloved.  Tonally, the Duchess remains the go-to amplifier for clean to edge-of-breakup tones and the ultimate pedalboard platform. Additionally, we’ve drawn inspiration from some of our more recent products—adding new tonal switching features from the MK Clean Series and updating the reverb circuits incorporating two different types of digital reverb to choose from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"product-section-title\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-features\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"product-feature product-feature--full product-feature--left\" data-target=\"product-features\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-feature-copy product-feature-copy--left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-feature-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVoice Switch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtra tonal flexibility can now be achieved with a new 3 way voice switch enabling you to accommodate any pickup type or playing style. Each successive selection allows greater lower mid-range frequency content through the treble control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"product-feature product-feature--full product-feature--right\" data-target=\"product-features\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-feature-copy product-feature-copy--right\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-feature-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMid Kick\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis popular feature from the original Duchess range has been expanded to include three stages of dynamic midrange shaping:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition I: Stock response\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition II: Increased lower midrange\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition III: Additional gain in the upper midrange\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"product-feature product-feature--third product-feature--left\" data-target=\"product-features\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-feature-copy product-feature-copy--left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-feature-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReverb\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo distinct digital reverb types are now available via the front panel:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage: Classic spring-style reverb, ideal for the Duchess’ tonal character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern: A new reverb type inspired by The Deputy, ranging from subtle ambiance to full shimmering immersion Both reverb types include Level and Dwell controls and are footswitchable (footswitch included).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"product-feature product-feature--third product-feature--left\" data-target=\"product-features\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.victoryamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lb-compact-sef.png\" data-behaviour=\"lazy-load\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.victoryamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lb-compact-sef.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"product-feature-image loaded\" data-loaded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-feature-copy product-feature-copy--left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-feature-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeries Effects Loop\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hard-bypassable effects loop enables you to use delays, reverbs etc after the preamp section of the amp to keep them clean sounding. If they aren’t as clear as you like, try lowering the mix\/output of the pedal, especially as you turn the amp master up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"product-feature product-feature--third product-feature--left\" data-target=\"product-features\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-feature-copy product-feature-copy--left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-feature-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLow Power \u0026amp; New Cosmetics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe from panel switch offers a low power mode dropping the output to around 7 watts. We’ve given the front panel an overhaul too, which includes a more streamlined look along with our new Victory logo, first seen on the MK Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6L6 or EL34 Power Valves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough we ship The Duchess range with EL34 valves, the V40 gives you the option of running either EL34 or 6L6 power valves. They offer subtly different tonal characteristics in terms of power stage overdrive and also overall frequency response. There’s a bias range switch to get you in the right ballpark, but precise bias adjustment is also advised whenever you change power valves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"product-section-title\"\u003eTech Spec\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specification_container\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product-specification-items\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-specification-item\" data-target=\"product-specification\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"product-specification-item-heading\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle channel head\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-specification-item\" data-target=\"product-specification\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"product-specification-item-heading\"\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e42 Watts,\u003cbr\u003eLow Power: 7 Watts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-specification-item\" data-target=\"product-specification\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"product-specification-item-heading\"\u003eValves:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 x ECC83, 2 x EL34 as standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-specification-item\" data-target=\"product-specification\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"product-specification-item-heading\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(mm): 342(w) x 185(h) x 185(d) including handle, feet \u0026amp; controls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-specification-item\" data-target=\"product-specification\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"product-specification-item-heading\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8.2kg \/ 18.1lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-specification-item\" data-target=\"product-specification\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"product-specification-item-heading\"\u003eExtra features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"color_11 font_6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eThree position Voice switch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eThree position Mid Kick switch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eDual digital reverb with footswitch\/bypass option\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eSeries effects loop with hard bypass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eSingle-ended mode\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eSkeletonised metal case with rubber handle (lunchbox model)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003ePadded carry bag included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eSingle-button footswitch for reverb on\/off included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Victory Amplification","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43230497046587,"sku":"VIC0070","price":2569.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0045\/7952\/files\/V40-LB-MKII-Front-e1760462594875.png?v=1771639722","url":"https:\/\/www.pedalempire.com.au\/products\/victory-amplification-v40-the-duchess-mkii-lunchbox-head","provider":"Pedal Empire","version":"1.0","type":"link"}