Vintage Sound Amps

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Overview

Vintage Sound Amps is a U.S.-based manufacturer of custom-built guitar amplifiers, specializing in boutique models that emulate vintage tones. The company is endorsed by session guitarist Brent Mason and offers handcrafted amps with features like accessible bias points for user adjustments.³²

History

Vintage Sound Amps, LLC operates as a small custom amp builder, with owner Mr. Hayes overseeing production of models like the 22SC. It gained recognition as the first amplifier company endorsed by Brent Mason. Specific founding date and early milestones are not publicly detailed.³²

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Vintage 22	Boutique combo amp	$1,500 - $2,000
Vintage 20	Princeton-style combo	$1,500 - $1,800
Retro 1012	Compact cabinet amp	$1,200 - $1,600

Manufacturing

Products are custom-built in the United States by Vintage Sound Amps, LLC, with handcrafted assembly including features like bias test points on the chassis. Manufacturing appears in-house given the custom nature and instructional videos on internal adjustments.¹³

Notable Products

Vintage 22 - Combo amplifier sold through boutique retailers like Humbucker Music.
Vintage 20 Princeton Style - Pre-owned combo guitar amplifier listed on Reverb with cover.
Retro 1012 - Black and Tan cabinet amplifier available on secondary markets.
22SC - Custom-built model used by endorsed artists.

Reputation

Enthusiasts value Vintage Sound Amps for custom vintage-inspired tones and practical features like bias points, as shown in user tutorials. Professionals, including Brent Mason, endorse the brand for session work. Limited visibility suggests niche appeal among boutique amp buyers.¹²³

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