Bartel Amplifiers
ActiveOverview
Bartel Amplifiers LLC produces hand-built vacuum tube guitar amplifiers designed by Mark Bartel in Baltimore, Maryland. The brand focuses on masterbuilt amps with purist design and tonal refinement, stemming from Bartel's prior work with Tone King amplifiers.235
History
Mark Bartel founded Tone King in 1993 in Kingston, New York, after studying vintage Fender amplifiers, and relocated it to Baltimore in 1994.1 He later established Bartel Amplifiers LLC, building each amplifier himself at his Baltimore craft shop based on 30 years of amplifier design experience.3 The company operates from 4401 Eastern Avenue in Baltimore.2
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Masterbuilt Guitar Amplifiers | Boutique hand-built tube amps | $3,000 - $6,000 |
Manufacturing
All amplifiers are entirely built by designer Mark Bartel at his craft shop in Baltimore, MD.3 Production is in-house and masterbuilt.2
Notable Products
- Bartel Signature Amps - Hand-crafted vacuum tube guitar amplifiers with innovative design and tonal refinement.
Reputation
Perceived as high-end boutique amps by guitar enthusiasts, noted for craftsmanship and artistry from Mark Bartel's Tone King background.36 Limited production due to one-person build process.3 Featured in media for unique cabinets and sound.6