Is it only the 20/20?...

[rodrigo_echeverri]

Is there any cheaper power amp that can somewhat rival the Mesa 20/20 in his league?...

[Cleveland Metal]

Re: Is it only the 20/20?...

Sorta depends on what you mean. I find that the 20/20 isn't exactly cheap and there could be more powerful amps that are priced in that area or likely cheaper. Like Carvins and Peaveys 60/60s. But, they won't be that small in size.

As far as the combination of quality, size and tone, it is fairly unique. It's hard to find a one space, well built, nice sounding tube amp. Umm, actually, I don't know of one, haha... So, on those criteria, nothing really compares that I'm aware of.

That said, you can get cheaper more powerful amps, they will just be big.

[toejam]

Re: Is it only the 20/20?...

The only one-space power amp that Carvin makes is the DCM150, and it's solid state. I've actually got one and think it sounds pretty good, does a nice job with my old crappy DOD floor processor (or even SansAmp Tri-AC pedal) into a 1x12 cab. Carvin actually has one or two new tube power amps now, but they're both for a two-space rack. Prices are relatively inexpensive.
All their other power amps are solid state and two spaces. They may even have one that's three-space. Search their site for specs. www.carvin.com

[442w30]

Re: Is it only the 20/20?...

Marshall has an el-84 amp in that power/size, though AFAIK it offers nothing in price, or performance that the mesa doesn't provide. Also, they have a bad reliability rep from what I remember and may also be discontinued. link

[catzodellamarina]

Re: Is it only the 20/20?...

How about an old ADA Microtube 200? It's 1 rack space. I saw one in a guy's rack 2 weeks ago. He was playing quietly and I couldn't get a good idea of his sound.

Years ago I had the ADA Microfet 100. It was 1 rack space. It was underpowered, thin toned, and wimpy.