tubes

Even as technology has given us cheaper, more efficient forms of amplification, most guitarists still prefer the tried and true vacuum tube amp. The reason is simple – tone. While solid state amps have come a long way, tube amps and the century-old tech that powers them remain in heavy use thanks to the warmer and richer qualities they give to our sound. Below, we take a look at the how an important component of these amps work – their vacuum tubes.     Continue reading →