MILKMAN SOUND | THE AMP

GET YOUR TONE DELIVERED! MILKMAN THE AMP

Tristan’s got milk, and he’s only a little ashamed to say it, because Milkman The Amp is a tube amp in a box and so much more, with reverb, tremolo, and outputs that make it functional as a head, preamp, preamp pedal, and headphone amp.

According to USDA agricultural surveys about 30 percent of milk was still delivered to homes in the 1960s, Sam wasn't born until 1992, so that fact has absolutely nothing to do with Milkman The Amp, a 50W Guitar amplifier CME Photog extraordinaire Sam Porter delivers our latest CME Gear Demo!

Milkman The Amp Amps / Guitar Heads
Milkman The Amp Amps / Guitar Heads
Milkman The Amp Amps / Guitar Heads
Milkman The Amp Amps / Guitar Heads
Milkman The Amp Amps / Guitar Heads

Milkman The Amp

$749.00
From Milkman:

What is The Amp? First and foremost, it’s a 50W Guitar amplifier. The preamp is based around a single 12AX7 running at high voltage in a discrete Class A circuit. The tube preamp reacts with a guitar the same way any tube amplifier does: it generates harmonics and the sweet sounding high fidelity tone that tubes are known for. Along with tube EQ. there is on-board reverb and tremolo effects so that The Amp can be used as a grab and go amplifier. Foot switches for bypassing the effects are built in. A Class D power section delivers 50 watts into 8ohms, or 100 watts into 4ohms. The Speakon combination jack for speaker output takes either a standard 1/4” connection or a locking Speakon connector for extra security.

The Amp has an integrated headphone amplifier which sounds identical to the output from a speaker. This is perfect for practice, auditioning pedals, or for those times when noise is not appropriate. The Amp can operate with no speaker attached so it can live on a pedalboard and go wherever the pedals go. Speaking of travel, The Amp has a universal IEC power input. It can run from 100 to 260 VAC. No matter where it is on Earth, it can be plugged into a wall socket and used with no need for additional power accessories.

How about a compact studio quality tube preamp? The internal XLR output delivers a balanced line level output. There is no modeling or simulation involved, no menus or presets to give option anxiety. It is very straightforward and simple to get great tone from the tube preamp of The Amp and use it as the front end for a modeling system, recording setup, or for playing direct on stage.

The Amp also has “pedal level” output where it can be used as the front end of a pedal board or as an amp like effect on the back end of a pedal board. There is no substitute for the marriage between a magnetic guitar pickup and the first stage of a tube amplifier, and this is something that is missing with modern pedal board setups. Using The Amp in front of a pedal chain will add harmonics and tube musicality to the entire signal chain starting right where it matters most: between a guitar pickup and the grid of a tube.

Using The Amp further down the signal chain creates unique tonal possibilities. It plays well with pedals, and it can add extra EQ or reverb to an existing amplifier. The Amp can drive the input of an amplifier as an extra tube gain stage. It can be a backup for a vintage amp needing service, or used in place of anemic backline gear on your travel gig. At 2.5lbs, and with so many different uses, The Amp may be your new best friend. 

WATTAGE: 50W 8ohm Output/100W 4ohm Output

EFFECTS: Reverb and Tremolo

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT: 8-1/2”W x 3"H x 6-1/2"D 2.5lbs
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What is The Amp? First and foremost, it’s a 50W Guitar amplifier. The preamp is based around a single 12AX7 running at high voltage in a discrete Class A circuit. The tube preamp reacts with a guitar the same way any tube amplifier does: it generates harmonics and the sweet sounding high fidelity tone that tubes are known for. Along with tube EQ. there is on-board reverb and tremolo effects so that The Amp can be used as a grab and go amplifier. Foot switches for bypassing the effects are built in. A Class D power section delivers 50 watts into 8ohms, or 100 watts into 4ohms. The Speakon combination jack for speaker output takes either a standard 1/4” connection or a locking Speakon connector for extra security.

The Amp has an integrated headphone amplifier which sounds identical to the output from a speaker. This is perfect for practice, auditioning pedals, or for those times when noise is not appropriate. The Amp can operate with no speaker attached so it can live on a pedalboard and go wherever the pedals go. Speaking of travel, The Amp has a universal IEC power input. It can run from 100 to 260 VAC. No matter where it is on Earth, it can be plugged into a wall socket and used with no need for additional power accessories.
How about a compact studio quality tube preamp? The internal XLR output delivers a balanced line level output. There is no modeling or simulation involved, no menus or presets to give option anxiety. It is very straightforward and simple to get great tone from the tube preamp of The Amp and use it as the front end for a modeling system, recording setup, or for playing direct on stage.

The Amp also has “pedal level” output where it can be used as the front end of a pedal board or as an amp like effect on the back end of a pedal board. There is no substitute for the marriage between a magnetic guitar pickup and the first stage of a tube amplifier, and this is something that is missing with modern pedal board setups. Using The Amp in front of a pedal chain will add harmonics and tube musicality to the entire signal chain starting right where it matters most: between a guitar pickup and the grid of a tube.
Using The Amp further down the signal chain creates unique tonal possibilities. It plays well with pedals, and it can add extra EQ or reverb to an existing amplifier. The Amp can drive the input of an amplifier as an extra tube gain stage. It can be a backup for a vintage amp needing service, or used in place of anemic backline gear on your travel gig. At 2.5lbs, and with so many different uses, The Amp may be your new best friend. 

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Those who prize older instruments with the battered look of years on the road and the scars of countless gigs can still have that authentically aged vibe without spending decades on the road themselves. The irresistibly cool look of finish worn through to the wood, rusted hardware, a bruised neck and yellowing plastic parts are yours right away with Road Worn instruments.The Road Worn '50s Telecaster sounds, looks and feels like it's been there and back, has more than a few miles on it, and then some. With authentic 1950s styling aged to impart a lifetime of wear and tear that has somehow made it get even better, it's a must-have for the guitar player who appreciates broken-in look and vibe.

Fender Road Worn '50s Telecaster Candy Apple Red 2018 Electric Guitars / Solid Body
Fender Road Worn '50s Telecaster Candy Apple Red 2018 Electric Guitars / Solid Body
Fender Road Worn '50s Telecaster Candy Apple Red 2018 Electric Guitars / Solid Body
Fender Road Worn '50s Telecaster Candy Apple Red 2018 Electric Guitars / Solid Body
Fender Road Worn '50s Telecaster Candy Apple Red 2018 Electric Guitars / Solid Body
Fender Road Worn '50s Telecaster Candy Apple Red 2018 Electric Guitars / Solid Body
Fender Road Worn '50s Telecaster Candy Apple Red 2018 Electric Guitars / Solid Body
Fender Road Worn '50s Telecaster Candy Apple Red 2018 Electric Guitars / Solid Body
Fender Road Worn '50s Telecaster Candy Apple Red 2018 Electric Guitars / Solid Body
Fender Road Worn '50s Telecaster Candy Apple Red 2018 Electric Guitars / Solid Body
Fender Road Worn '50s Telecaster Candy Apple Red 2018 Electric Guitars / Solid Body

Fender Road Worn '50s Telecaster Candy Apple Red 2018

$695.00
The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please call to speak to one of our experts.
Summary
Finish Details: Original
Body Material: Alder Body
Body Details: Solid alder body
Neck Material: Maple Neck
Fingerboard Material: Maple Fingerboard
Neck Profile: Medium "C"
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret 0.87" - 12th fret 0.91
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
Nut Width: 1-5/8"
Scale Length: 25"
Neck Details: Bolt-in maple neck/fingerboard with walnut skunk stripe and black dot inlays
Electronics: Original tex-mex single-coil tele pickups with master volume and tone and a 3-way pickup selector
Pickup Measurements: neck: 5.85k ohms - bridge: 7.71k ohms
Hardware: Original
Weight: 7 lbs 7 oz
Modifications/Repairs: n/a
Case Details: Original gig bag
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar shows minimal signs of play wear. Factory "road worn" wear.
Serial Number: MX18140754
Tech Notes: This guitar plays well with optimal neck relief and low/medium action. The frets are tall with no signs of play wear.
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