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General Amplifiers – Handcrafted with the Finest Components

At General Vintage Tone, every amplifier is meticulously handcrafted, with a focus on precision and attention to detail. We use only the best components, carefully selected one by one, to ensure exceptional sound quality. Our amplifiers are built with both current high-quality tubes and New Old Stock (NOS) tubes, offering the ultimate in performance and durability.

Tube Options:

You can choose from current Tung-Sol tubes or opt for a Holy Grail NOS set, featuring vintage tubes from renowned brands like Mullard, RCA, Ken-Rad, Philips, Siemens, and more. (Please note, NOS sets come with an additional cost. Consult us for available options.)

Premium Components:

Capacitors: We use only premium-grade capacitors like Sozo USA and Jupiter Condenser USA, known for their accuracy and tonal integrity.

Resistors: Our amplifiers feature carbon composition resistors or Allen Bradley resistors, trusted for their reliability and performance.

Winding: All of our transformers are carefully wound with high-precision, ensuring optimal signal quality and consistency.

Point-to-Point Construction: Each amplifier is meticulously hand-wired point-to-point to ensure maximum accuracy and craftsmanship. We use high-quality transformers made in the USA or Canada, ensuring a clear, powerful sound full of character.

Our dedication to quality and detail ensures that every General amplifier is a unique, high-performance piece, built to deliver stunning sound and reliability in any setting.

For inquiries or more information, feel free to contact us at:

info@generalvintagetone.com

Improvements Made:

General "Luxe Reverb" 63' – Iconic American Amplifier

The General "Luxe Reverb" 63' is a reimagining of the classic amplifier born in the United States in 1963. Known for its single-ended design, this amp has become one of the most iconic models in the world of Blues, Country, and Rock music. Countless legendary records have been recorded using amplifiers like this, and we are proud to offer the High-End General version of this timeless classic. Now, it’s available for you.

Built with the spirit of the original, the Luxe Reverb 63' features a carefully crafted design, equipped with 1963 Western Electric components and high-quality American-made parts. It includes Sozo USA Blue Molded capacitors, Sprague USA cathode capacitors, and a set of matched carbon composite resistors, paired with American-made transformers.

With 21 watts of power and a push-pull stage, it delivers the smooth, warm tones that have defined the sound of American music for decades. The amp is powered by a pair of 6V6GT tubes (optional Kend-rad tubes available upon request), ensuring a rich, dynamic sound that captures the essence of the original design.

The Luxe Reverb 63' comes equipped with two Jensen P12N Alnico speakers or Jupiter Ceramic Condenser speakers, both rated at 50 watts, delivering exceptional clarity, warmth, and definition.

Available in a variety of finishes, including custom orders, the General "Luxe Reverb" 63' is a perfect blend of vintage soul and modern craftsmanship, designed to meet the highest standards of tone and performance.

Lead time for orders: Please contact us at info@generalvintagetone.com for delivery times and

General "Prince Historic" – 1949 Single-Ended Amp with Oversized Transformers & Nitrocellulose Finish

The General "Prince Historic" is a reimagined classic, originally born in the United States in 1949. This single-ended amplifier embodies everything that made the Tweed-era sound iconic: punchy, full of character, and with pure tube compression (genuine SAG). Describing this amp in many ways still wouldn’t do it justice—the true essence lies in its dynamic control and powerful tone. The real magic happens in the player's hands, with its lightweight and portable design that makes it ideal for a range of musical styles.

Whether you're playing Blues, Country, or Rockabilly, the Prince Historic delivers a raw, dynamic sound that only a low-wattage amp can offer. This amp is for purists who appreciate the subtle nuance of tube compression and the gritty edge that only a true vintage amp can produce.

Handcrafted to Perfection:

Construction: Each unit is meticulously handcrafted, from the traditional lap-joint cabinet assembled with animal hide Titebond glue—a method known as the "Milano Technique." The cabinet is made from 7-ply birch laminate, providing excellent density, stability, and tonal richness.

Tubes: It features a NOS National Union USA rectifier, paired with Tungsol 6V6GT power tubes and NOS Sylvania 7025 preamp tubes, ensuring maximum clarity and authentic tone.

Point-to-Point Wiring: The amp is wired point-to-point with high-quality components like Jupiter Red Astron capacitors, carbon composite resistors, and Hammond Electronics transformers—including a USA-made oversized power transformer designed for superior performance.

Speaker: The 10" Jupiter Ribbed Cone speaker (15W, Made in the USA) delivers a full, rich tone, perfectly complementing the amp’s natural dynamic range and vintage sound.

Every element of the General "Prince Historic" is carefully chosen to deliver the kind of tonal experience that only a true vintage-inspired, high-quality amplifier can provide. This is a piece of history, built for musicians who live and breathe tone.

General "The Retro-Luxe" Reverb Amplifier push pull 40w

The General "The Retro-Luxe" is a high-performance amplifier designed to capture the signature sound of classic American Blackface amplifiers. With a powerful yet controlled output, this amp offers the perfect balance of clean, shimmering tones and dynamic reverb, making it a must-have for musicians seeking that iconic vintage vibe.

Like all our amplifiers, the Retro-Luxe is handcrafted with attention to every detail, using the finest components. It features Sozo Blue Molded capacitors and carbon composite resistors, ensuring both exceptional tonal clarity and reliability. The amp is constructed with traditional fiber board, staying true to the authentic craftsmanship of classic Western Electric designs.

The Retro-Luxe stands out with its Blackface Vibrolux-inspired sound, delivering a smooth, bell-like clean tone with a touch of vintage warmth. It is equipped with a matched set of Tung-Sol tubes, or upon request, we can provide NOS RCA or General Electric tubes for a more traditional vintage sound.

The amp is built with USA-made transformers, Sprague American cathode capacitors, and F&T Made in Germany power supply capacitors, ensuring top-tier performance and durability.

The cabinet is crafted from pine wood, assembled using the traditional Milano Technique for a tight, resonant structure. It comes equipped with two 10" Jupiter Condenser USA speakers, each rated at 50W, delivering rich, full-bodied sound that perfectly complements the amp's clean tones and dynamic reverb.

The General "The Retro-Luxe" is the ultimate amplifier for musicians seeking an authentic Blackface tone with the warmth and character of a true vintage amp, built to meet the highest standards of quality and performance.

GENERAL LEAD SERIES - Model: 66' LS 50w Head

The General Lead Series 66' LS 50w Head captures the essence of true British tone—a sound that has left an indelible mark on rock history. Our Lead Series amplifier embodies everything that made the legendary mid-60s British amps stand out, delivering the unmistakable magic, character, and punch that only vintage gear from that era can provide.

Many of the iconic recordings we listen to today were created with this genuine British sound, and now the Lead Series brings that same tone to your fingertips. Designed to deliver the classic, snarling sound of the Super Leads, it features two legendary channels, each with two inputs that can be used together to create rich, dynamic textures.

The power stage is built around the renowned KT66 or EL34 power tubes, while the rectifier can be configured with a GZ34 tube rectifier or NOS BY100 diodes, ensuring the perfect balance of vintage feel and modern reliability.

Oversized Hammond Electronics transformers provide exceptional headroom and depth, while point-to-point wiring ensures the highest level of craftsmanship and sonic clarity.

High-end components include Jupiter USA capacitors, NOS Lemco ceramic discs, and carbon composition resistors, all of which come together to deliver that authentic '66 Super Lead tone.

The Lead Series 66' LS 50w Head is customizable with a variety of finishes and speaker configurations, including 2x12 or 4x12 cabinets, allowing you to tailor the amp to your exact preferences.

For more details or custom orders, please contact us at info@generalvintagetone.com.

GENERAL 74' PLEXIGLASS 20 Combo

The General 74' Plexiglass 20 Combo delivers all the classic British tone you could ask for, powered by a Push-Pull EL84 power stage. This handwired, dual-channel amplifier offers everything you need—from smooth cleans to crunchy overdrive, it’s a versatile choice for any guitarist seeking iconic vintage sound.

The first channel is your go-to for everything from subtle overdrives to full-blown, cranked heavy tones. Featuring volume, tone, and gain controls, this channel provides a broad range of textures, making it a quintessential part of the amplifier’s appeal. Whether you're playing light blues or full-throttle rock, the first channel serves as a true reference for classic amp sounds.

The second channel offers a cleaner, more dynamic response, with slightly less headroom, delivering a clean tone with character and depth. It also features a deep vibrato effect that adds richness and movement to your sound. The second channel includes its own dedicated controls for full tonal customization.

Handwired point-to-point construction ensures superior build quality and reliability, while Jupiter capacitors and carbon composite resistors are used for pristine, transparent sound.

The amp is equipped with a Celestion Greenback G12M speaker, Made in the UK, known for its warm, dynamic response and distinctive punch.

Oversized transformers and Tungsol tubes are chosen to optimize both tonal quality and headroom, ensuring a clear, punchy performance at any volume level.

The General 74' Plexiglass 20 Combo is the ultimate amplifier for musicians who demand true British-style tone, with all the warmth, clarity, and classic character that defined the sound of the '70s.

GENERAL Texas-Deluxe Amp: "The Brown Face Sound"

The General Texas-Deluxe amplifier brings you one of the most sought-after sounds of the Pre-CBS era, but with a modern twist tailored for today’s discerning musicians. Inspired by the legendary "Brown Face" tone, it transports you directly to the heart of Country and Blues—imagine the soul of Kentucky distilled into a single amp.

With two independent channels and vibrato functionality on both, the Texas-Deluxe delivers that unmistakable warmth and dynamic range, making it a true Holy Grail for tone enthusiasts. Whether you're a country picker or a blues player, this amp will immerse you in rich, vintage tonal landscapes.

The Texas-Deluxe operates at 15W with 6V6GT tubes, but it can also push up to 20W with 5881, 6L6, or 6L6G power tubes, giving you the flexibility to choose between classic breakup and robust headroom.

For the ultimate tonal purity, the NOS Grade option is available upon request, equipping your amp with the finest tubes ever made in the USA, including Ken-Rad, Philips, RCA, and other legendary brands.

The amp features a choice of high-quality speakers, including the Jupiter Condenser or Jensen P12N Alnico (optional), both known for their ability to reproduce vintage tones with clarity and warmth.

Point-to-point hand-wiring ensures meticulous craftsmanship, and we carefully select each component to guarantee top-tier sound quality.

The Texas-Deluxe is equipped with Sozo Blue Molded capacitors, perfectly replicating the tone of the Ajax Blue Molded caps used in amplifiers from 1960-1966—delivering a vintage sound that is as close to the original as possible.

The General Texas-Deluxe amp is the perfect choice for musicians who demand a truly authentic, vintage-inspired sound that can handle the modern demands of the stage and studio.