What are Supro amps known for?

Supro amps built from the 1930s to the 1950s were regarded for their sound for rock records. The brand was revived in 2013, having reintroduced a line of vintage guitars and amplifiers since then.

Who used Supro amps?

Supro is one of the original rock & roll music brands. First manufactured in Chicago from 1935 to 1968, Supro amplifiers and guitars are featured on landmark recordings by iconic artists such as Led Zeppelin, the Rolling Stones and David Bowie.

Where are Supro amplifiers made?

China
Where are Supro amps made? Supro Blues King amplifiers are made in China. All other Supro tube amp models made between January of 2014 and July of 2020 were assembled in Port Jefferson, NY USA.

What Supro did Jimmy Page use?

Supro 1690T Coronado
Supro 1690T Coronado 1959 Jimmy Page used this amp in combination with his “Dragon” Telecaster and occasionally a violin bow in recordings and performances with the Yardbirds.

Who plays Supro guitars?

Keith Richards is an avowed Supro user, preferring the small 1×10” 1600 Supremo combo for his classic tones. Since the brand’s resurrection in 2014, an impressive list of users has steadily accrued: Billy Gibbons, Lenny Kravitz and Joe Perry are all Supro Artists.

Are Supros good amps?

These new Supros look good, sound great and have excellent build quality. You might think they’re a bit pricey considering the lack of features and tonal range, but remember these amps are made in the USA, not the Far East. We think they’re good value for money and compare favourably with other USA boutique-style amps.

Are Supro amps worth it?

Are Supro guitars any good?

A modernised but largely sympathetic reissue with great-sounding pickups and no compromises on playability. Though they might not represent the high-water mark of electric-guitar design from a playability or performance standpoint, there’s no denying that vintage Supro guitars have style.

Where are Supro Delta King amps made?

Chicago
The Delta King 8 is a modern rendition of the low-wattage Supro amplifiers that were produced in Chicago during the mid 1950s. True to the Supro sound, it features a genuine Class A all-tube signal path, featuring a 12AX7 tube preamp, our custom 8-inch BK8 speaker, and vintage-style poplar cabinetry.