This is an interesting BBC documentary about Vox Amps and about how they got started in Dartford, Kent, UK: Part I: Part 2: … [Read more...]
NAMM 2012: Orange Micro Terror and PPC108 Cabinet
Orange Amplification have added a new model to their "Terror" line of amplifiers, the Orange Micro Terror and PPC108 cabinet: Orange Amplification launches at Winter NAMM the Micro Terror – their smallest Terror ever! Building on the winning recipe of the rest of the popular Terror series, the Micro Terror retains the beautiful unpretentious design, delivering a classic Orange … [Read more...]
NAMM 2012: Marshall Amps 50th Anniversary JTM1, JPM1, JCM1, DSL1, JVM1
In celebration of their 50th anniversary, Marshall have introduced a new line of 1-watt amplifiers that model popular amps from each of Marshall's 5 decades. The JTM1 is based on the popular bluesbreaker amps of the 60s. The JPM1 is based on the plexi amps from the late 60s and 70s. The JCM1 is based on the popular JCM 800 amps from the 80s. The DSL1 is based on the JCM 2000 … [Read more...]
NAMM 2012: Fender Pawn Shop Special Amplifiers
Fender have introduced a new series of amplifiers called the Pawn Shop Specials. The series currently has two models: the Excelsior and the Greta: Meet Greta™ and Excelsior™, Fender’s new and coolly unconventional Pawn Shop Special amplifiers. The two stylish amps resemble the esoteric finds you might discover in a pawnshop or second-hand store, and make for the most … [Read more...]
NAMM 2012: Fender Machete Combo Amp
The Machete combo amp is an interesting new amp from Fender: Fender proudly introduces the all-new Machete combo amp. With tremendous versatility and performance-oriented features, this high-end, sonically powerful combo is an essential companion for the discerning musician. The 50-watt, dual-channel Machete combo boasts a completely new high-gain channel, an extremely … [Read more...]