1937
Magnatone Is Founded
The Magnatone story begins with a commitment to expressive guitar tone, durable construction, and musical innovation.
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Magnatone Through The Years
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1940
Early Electric Designs
Amplified instruments move further into popular music, creating new demand for reliable stage and studio gear.
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Postwar Production Grows
American builders refine cabinet construction, speaker pairings, and portable amplifier formats for working musicians.
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A Changing Guitar Market
Electric guitar culture expands quickly, and players begin chasing louder, cleaner, and more expressive amplifier sounds.
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True Vibrato Arrives
Magnatone develops its dimensional pitch-shifting vibrato circuit, creating one of the most recognizable amp sounds in American music.
Hear The Story1959
High Fidelity Voice
The brand becomes associated with smooth response, dimensional movement, and a more hi-fi approach to guitar amplification.
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A Studio Staple
Magnatone amplifiers earn a following among players looking for warmth, movement, and unmistakable character.
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Touring Players Take Notice
As guitar-driven music grows louder and more adventurous, Magnatone amps find a place with players seeking a distinct voice.
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Vintage Reputation Builds
Earlier models become sought-after pieces for collectors, studio owners, and tone-focused guitarists.
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Rediscovered By Collectors
The original vibrato circuit and classic cabinet designs gain renewed attention among vintage amplifier fans.
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Legacy Tone Re-Emerges
Players continue searching out classic Magnatone models for recording sessions, boutique rigs, and vintage collections.
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The Brand Returns
Magnatone is revived for a new era, bringing classic American amplifier design back to players and stages.
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Modern Collections Expand
New amplifier families connect the vintage Magnatone feel with modern reliability, power options, and player needs.
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Signature Sounds
Artist-driven models and collection releases introduce the Magnatone voice to a wider generation of guitarists.
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Built for Modern Players
Hand-built amplifiers continue the legacy with refined circuits, premium components, and the tone Magnatone is known for.
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