Hmmmm....I don't know if I would equate solid state as being lighter weight especially if you want a 50W to 100W amp. If weight is the main issue, I'd get a head version of an amp and a separate 1x12 cab.

50 watts+ is a lot of amp. Are you playing out in clubs or are you just a home/studio guy? I've found that 30 watts is good for most playing situations. If you need more volume for a venue, just mic the cab. What are you looking to spend?

Some nice 1x12 combos (some with tubes again & some kind of pricey) in a lower wattage that you might look at are Fuchs ODS 30, Carr Mercury, VOX AD30VT Valvetronix, Fargen Blackbird (an incredible amp especially if you're a Fender guy), Mesa Boogie .22, Gries 35 1x12, or Orange Tiny Terror. That's enough to get you started.

Without knowing all the specifics (budget) other than what you are currently playing, I would look closely at the Carr Mercury & Fargen Blackbird. Real nice lower wattage amps that will give your back a break, but these babies are expensive.



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