NAMM 2011 - BUGERA MAGICIAN INFINIUM First Look!

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The supernatural power of the 85-Watt MAGICIAN INFINIUM is built to satisfy even the most discerning tone chaser. Its unbelievable array of tonal options will take you on a tonal tour of the greatest amplifier personalities to ever emerge from California. With three channels, multiple class modes (Class-A or combined Class A/AB), Varipower (adjustable output power from 1 - 85 Watts), switchable triode/ pentode operation, a multitude of EQ controls, and our incredible INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier technology, the MAGICIAN is like having a truckload of neo-vintage amps-all in one!
Variable Voodoo
It all starts with a three-channel preamp design (Rhythm 1, Rhythm 2, Lead) featuring 4 x 12AX7 valves, producing everything from vintage clean to killer crunch. On the back panel, flick a switch to select PENTODE for a clear, powerful punch or TRIODE for a classic, mellow sound. Next, select either CLASS A mode for a bright, chiming tone that pushes easily into overdrive, or MULTI-CLASS mode to combine the Class A sound with the tight, punchy tone of Class AB amplifiers.
What is Varipower?
There's nothing like the roaring "soft-clip" sound of saturated power valves, but these tones are normally accessible only when an amp's volume is cranked. Unfortunately, this kind of volume isn't an option when you're jamming away in your apartment at 3:00 am, or if you're gigging in a tiny club. That's why the Magician features the Varipower rotary control, which adjusts output power anywhere from 1 to 85 Watts. Whether you're trying to record a searing solo without waking the neighbors, or blowing the roof off the biggest gig of your life, the Magician is always ready to provide the sound of overdriven valve fury.
Equalization Alchemy
The Magician's vast EQ controls put your signature tone well within reach. All three channels feature a three-band EQ (bass, mid, treble), and individual PRESENCE controls to adjust high-end clarity. Meanwhile, a multitude of switches give you access to countless tones: PHAT adds mid-range thickness to the RHYTHM 2 and LEAD channels, SHIFT affects the feedback loop and midrange sound of the RHYTHM 2 and LEAD channels, and the BRIGHT switch adds additional brilliance to the LEAD channel. A 5-band graphic equalizer rounds out all these tone-shaping options.
Effectively Magic
Your favorite stomp boxes will integrate seamlessly with the Magician via the built-in effects loop. This feature's on/ off status can be stored for each channel and recalled each time the channel is activated. And of course, we didn't forget to include onboard digital reverb. To further enhance performance, the Magician comes with a six-button BUGERA FSB106 foot controller for remote on/off switching of REVERB, FX LOOP and GRAPHIC EQ, as well as switching between the three preamp channels-which is even possible through the onboard MIDI connections.
On the Outs...
The Magician comes loaded with a Neo-Vintage 12" BUGERA speaker, handmade in the same factory as the amplifier. This tight transducer provides the tone character of vintage Alnico speakers and an incredible high sensitivity at a mere fraction of the typical guitar speaker's weight. But there are several ways to route the signal whether you're out rocking the clubs or recording in the studio. The SLAVE DI output sends a signal out to additional amplifiers or other processors, and its LEVEL knob controls the output signal. A RECORDING output sends a conditioned signal directly to a recording console, and also features a LEVEL knob for controlling the output signal volume.
INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier Technology
Our revolutionary INFINIUM Valve Life Multiplier technology is like having your very own technician inside your amp constantly monitoring and tweaking valve performance for the ultimate in tonal integrity and reliability. This revolutionary circuit not only optimizes the performance of each output tube, it dynamically balances the drive between them to more evenly distribute the load. With INFINIUM, your tubes last up to 20 times longer, saving you substantial money over the lifespan of your amplifier. INFINIUM also compensates for the effects of aging, automatically adjusting current levels to keep your valves sounding as good as the day they were installed.
If and when a valve does reach the end of its life, the system even tells you which one to replace. All you need do is replace the faulty valve and let INFINIUM take care of the rest for you. This all adds up to more consistent sound quality and longer life for your valves. Maintenance for valve amps has never been this easy!

[@bugera-amps]

@maneatingtoilets Fine tuning. The tone controls are pre-gain, "coarse" adjustments, and are part of the preamp; these tone controls then affects the gain/ distortion characteristics in a unique way. The 5-band EQ is post-gain, pre-power, and is analogous to having an EQ in your effects loop. Cheers!

[@Sjeedie]

Bugera never seizes to surprise me

[@bugera-amps]

@wolfman109h 1. The 333 INFINIUM will actually be available sooner than that, it ships in July! 2. The magician can get very close to John Petrucci's tone; we actually tested it for that recently here in the office!

[@bugera-amps]

No firsm release date as of yet. We apologize for the delays.

[@Guitarman3348]

Thats nice to know that the new Infinium Bugera amps have been corrected and won't have any problems with them.Stand behind your product thats what I always say! And on that note some day I will take that in considaration,but just have't quite yet gotten over the first ordeal. And I do beleave it was more than just a hand full of people.But you were new at building tube amps,and I guess you learned that cheep clips&parts did you guys in! So life goes on to better products and better gear.Rock on

[@WoWAdmanGuitaring]

I actually love Bugera, amazing sound at an amazing price

[@Olpaj]

recreating the 2 most anticipated MesaBoogie amps in an affordable way, gotta love bugera!

[@jAMMAN798]

Yeah, this is certainly not just a "Metal" amp... which is great! Hell, there is enough of them out there and they all start to sound alike after awhile. This amp is perfect for someone who likes to play a variety of styles of music. I like the fact that it all comes in such a compact size (speaking from experience of having to carry massive amps in and out of gigs).

[@mynamesnotwill]

i cant wait for this to be released so i can buy one, i like the fact that it has that sexy clean tone but you can get some distortion out of it to

[@luvz2sploogeify]

BUGERA NEEDS TO MAKE THIS AS A HEAD RATHER THAN JUST A COMBO!!!!!!!!!

[@DestoTrading]

Yeah! We want a thorough demo on the TriRec. This amp sounds nice though!

[@bugera-amps]

...we've had a lot of requests for one. No plans as of yet, but the future is unwritten...

[@bugera-amps]

@johanstrata666 Hi John! Sorry about your comments. They weren't erased...I was just out of the office yesterday and not available to hit the "approve" button. :) As for the MAGICIAN, we haven't gotten an updated ship date from the factory quite yet, but with most of the INFINIUM lineup currently shipping, it shouldn't be too much longer. You can expect more demos once one of the production models lands in our Seattle office.

[@bugera-amps]

@AndyBloodtooth There are no plans for that at this time, but we have been getting many requests for it, which I have passed on to the product development team. Who knows what the future might hold?

[@71GA]

That bugera 333xl behind him is yumy :)

[@Blaine748]

How about a demo of this amp playing some Dream Theater, using John Petrucci's Mark V settings? I'm sure that would definitely boost some sales... As it is very obvious that this amp is similar to the Boogie... Except the Booge costs like $2000+ USD lol.. If you can reproduce some believable DT tone, I'll definietly buy one! ...or TWO! :-)

[@bugera-amps]

@ManofWar55 It will be available in November!

[@bugera-amps]

@slimmetalpickn We expect it to retail for around $799 USD. We would like to get one to Dingle but the fact is that the MAGICIANs haven't even left the factory yet... good things will come to those who wait!

[@bugera-amps]

@GTWave Was it an online shop? Some online shops have been known to advertise products before they are available. The amps simply haven't left the factory yet. Weird! :)

[@bugera-amps]

Not as of yet. Stay tuned for more news regarding availability.

[@emcitement]

@Zakkisthegreatest I agree. Let Dingle review it so we can hear its true potential.

[@bugera-amps]

@GiveInToMetal That's the BC30-212!

[@ProBuNdi]

Great demo ! Trirec soon ? : )

[@iAmTheSage]

@gacktology Just wait until Dingle1 here on youtube gets one. He'll show the Magician's full potential and make it sound great while doing it. Also keep in mind, in this video, the master volume of the amplifier is set low. You probably already know this, but tubes sound a whole lot better louder. I believe the Behringer and Bugera companies were rushed through marketing/showcasing during the NAMM convention, so they weren't able to showcase their products as best as possible.

[@bugera-amps]

@dokken555 We understand your concerns. We have taken in account some of the problems the earlier models have had and have taken steps to correct that. You might have heard some stories about a handful of folks on the forums who have had problems, but that doesn't take into account the many, many, folks with BUGERA amps that are happy with them and too busy jamming with them to go on the internet and complain. :)

[@wolfman109h]

@bugera thank you ;) bugera best affordable amps and best costumer service ;)

[@fladenbrot82]

@bugera: it`s almost december... I can`t wait anymore. When will I get it in stores in germany? :O)

[@GameLevelEditor]

It sounds more musical appealing. I like the tube swap feature and biasing it does. A perfect size. When North American debut ?

[@_antwalls]

I can wait for them to be on shelves :)

[@bugera-amps]

@SmokinFudo Should be sometime this year. I don't have an exact date as of yet, I'm afraid.

[@bugera-amps]

@HektorInfante Should retail near the ~$800 USD range!

[@dDragonRR]

@bugera We are waiting anxiously till November, I have been trying to get hold of one since I saw the videos from NAMM ! Will it be possible these will be available aldso to Malta? I really really love the Bugera products and I wont settle for any other make...Bugera I wanna get...

[@robibm2003]

Cleans aren't bad, but the breakup sounds kinda clanky to me. I think Bugera might want to redo this demo. If this is the best this amp can indeed do, I recommend spending the extra money and getting an ENGL. If you're going to play blues and classic rock, a Hughes and Kettner Statesman would be better at that price point (superior cleans, decent warmer sounding crunch---not a metal amp, though).

[@cortarelva]

They should make it a a head version as well. Kinda like the mk series from mesa.

[@bugera-amps]

@thelolguy007 They should be available in late April/early May!

[@jacka94]

Sounds great, but they should have done some higher gain stuff aswell!

[@WALKET91]

i'm waiting for this amp in Italy since 2010 , when we could buy it?

[@thelolguy007]

This amp sounds very good to me and seems to have the tones i am looking for. It really is unbelievable though the reaction 'Bugera' seem to get. Surely compepition is good and its nice to have a choice...right? Especially since you don't have to sell a vital organ to get rockin tones :))

[@bugera-amps]

@wolfman109h The TRIREC will offer the broadest palette of metal tones for you to draw from. :)

[@mlschultzBsOK]

we're still waiting....just saying... maybe throw out a Rockerverb clone too... because you love us

[@GameLevelEditor]

I dislike when others imply rip off when in fact most every amp on the market is based off a fender circuit thats been tinkered with. The Bassman and Marshall. Deluxe and the Dumble and Boogie and the Princeton etc. Bugera has similarities to Peavey. Peavey Classic series gee I wonder what amp its similar to? What was 5150 suppose to sound like that Eddie used alot? What does Randall do with modules gee I wonder what that is. Sorry if no one is catching on.

[@ace69er]

@luvz2sploogeify I agree. They MAY do this down the track.

[@johanstrata666]

When are there more updated and better tests of the magician?? And when can you buy in store's in Europe?? Very greatful for and answer:-)

[@Blaine748]

I own a 333 Infinium, which I am very happy with, but I am completely stoked on the Magician.. I really want to wait for it, but the boogie Mark IV's on eBay are getting cheaper, and looking better and better every year that passes. I would much rather have a new Magician, but I'm getting really tempted give up... I almost wish I didn't know about the Magician at all LOL

[@johanstrata666]

Why are my comments. Erased? I posted the same comment twice! And still it ain't on your page. So I'll take it one more time,When are you gonna put some good videotest on the magician infinium with different guitars ?? And when can we see the amp in Europe??

[@johanstrata666]

When are there gonna be better tests of the magician videos with different guitars?? And when is it gonna be in stores in Europe???

[@bugera-amps]

@CursedheartMiki The one 12" speaker handles all 85 watts from the 6L6s without breaking a sweat. Not that crazy!

[@ManofWar55]

@bugera. When will the TRIREC be shipping? I want it to be my first head but I need it for summer gigging! Haha.

[@bugera-amps]

@dDragonRR Yes! I DM'ed you some info. :)

[@Matey_Mate]

@bugera how much will the amps be in england im really looking forward to this amp also will the release date be the same in england? :)

[@givemeajackson]

od 2 sounds like zz top. i'll surely check it out if i find one.

[@bugera-amps]

@maneatingtoilets That's right!

[@bugera-amps]

@IGLIAS1 Yes! November. :)

[@wolfman109h]

2 questions: 1. Will the 333 infinum also be available in november? 2. can the magician handle metal sounds a la dream theater?

[@vaig4]

I hate that it hasn't a 16ohm output! Question-Is this amp gonna sound like a Boogie mark 4? If yes then,I change my cab!!! :)

[@dokken555]

Thinking about a 6262 infinium, but would i be able to buy one with confidence, that is my one question. All these bad stories of bugera amps sounding great BUT BEING VERY UNRELIABLE. Are the Infiniums going to be different? As for the price they sounds amazing. Would really appreciate if you could give some info about these amps and wether i could buy one and it not break down on me in a short space of time. Cheers

[@bugera-amps]

@flyhi94 Not yet... :(

[@bugera-amps]

@suzutan2 November!

[@stebbZv]

It states that it will be released in november. Was that november 2011 or 2012? because I can't find it anywhere on the internet for sale, just for preordering. Please make this clear for me if anyone can :) I'm really looking forward to try out both this one and the trirec!

[@rockerboy1989]

@Bflatest it wont work? But hasnt it got a midi connection? That would be a no go considering buying this amp...

[@Bflatest]

too bad the channel switching on this wont work with my G system

[@bugera-amps]

@cakire82 Yes!

[@WuTangBoneThugs]

@bugera so will these be coming out at the same time as the trirec or slightly earlier?

[@81giorikas]

Cabinets out of plywood or MDF? Transformers the same as the 6262/333XL series?

[@81giorikas]

What are the cabinets made of? Plywood or MDF? Transformers the same with other bugera amps?

[@guitarz418]

is this supposed to be somewhat modeled after the Mesa Mark series amps?

[@randomguitarstuff56]

This sounds fantastic but not enough gain :(

[@bugera-amps]

@thelolguy007 Haha, thanks! While you don't have to sell a vital organ, the MAGICIAN just might steal your heart away...

[@thelolguy007]

and how do i get my hands on one of these bad boys? i can't seem to find them anywhere :(((

[@emrahercancakir]

When you say November it is in 2011 right?

[@piRaufasertapete]

When does this get released

[@jboner668]

@Zakkisthegreatest Damn straight.

[@DReidGuitars]

@bugera what were the settings on the rhythm 2 channel

[@Matkinson123]

Are they making a Head Version of this amp?

[@MrPomeroyWatson]

I didn't know Geoff Tate could play guitar.

[@flyhi94]

Are these available yet?

[@bugera-amps]

@fladenbrot82 Early 2012 :)

[@HektorInfante]

where i can buy this beauty?

[@joegislason]

When is this thing shipping?

[@GuernB2]

markV?

[@wolfman109h]

@bugera wow thank you will be hard to decide maybe you can help :) I'm looking for an amp which can handle metal tones well like metallica, dream theater or even nevermore but I enjoy having nice cleans too .... which is better thee 333, the magician or the trirec???

[@HektorInfante]

how much?!

[@ManofWar55]

@bugera. Well that's unfortunate.

[@themodernguitarist]

By the look of his face, apparently hurts for him to strum his guitar... =x

[@ogunhe]

Awesome. Now will you ^*$#@ing PHOTHERMUCKERS tell me where I can buy the damned thing already?!!!

[@Guitarman3348]

Thats nice to know that the new Infinium Bugera amps have been corrected and won't have any problems with them.Stand behind your product thats what I always say! And on that note some day I will take that in considaration,but just have't quite yet gotten over the first ordeal. And I do beleave it was more than just a hand full of people.But you were new at building tube amps,and I guess you leaned that cheep clips&parts did you guys in! So life goes on to better products and better gear.Rock on