"I knew that if I brought back the Magnatone brand and was only making guitar amplifiers, that's a relatively small market, dominated by legendary brands. So we had to have some differentiating thing about Magnatone. And we do: We have real pitch-shifting vibrato, and we want it to be the definitive benchmark."
~ Ted Kornblum (via reverb.com)
If you’ve never sat down with a Magnatone, vintage or modern, you’re in for something special. Today’s Magnatone amps deliver not just incredible tone (and they’ve got that in spades), but an equally inspiring feel under your fingers.
Few builders come close to capturing that magic the way Magnatone does.
Classic American Tone, Reimagined
From sparkling cleans to bold overdrive, Magnatone amps channel the golden era of American tube tone while adding modern refinements. You’ll find that perfect balance of vintage warmth, clarity, and dynamic response that makes every note bloom.
Legendary True Pitch-Shifting Vibrato
Magnatone’s signature pitch-shifting vibrato isn’t just a modulation effect - it’s a lush, three-dimensional swirl that feels alive under your fingers. It’s the sound Buddy Holly, Lonnie Mack, and countless modern players fell in love with, and it remains unmatched to this day.
Premium Craftsmanship & Design
Hand-built in the USA with meticulous attention to detail, Magnatones aren’t just amplifiers - they’re heirloom-quality instruments. Every model showcases elegant styling, roadworthy durability, and components chosen to deliver inspiring sound for decades.
