Supro Blues King 12 Guitar Combo Amplifier (1812R)

What did I like: Well, for me nothing much matters other than I like how it sounds. And I like it. It's not super loud, but I knew that going in and I bought it for rehearsal and recording. It's pretty light which is a plus and it definitely has great tube sound because it's a well designed tube amp. Unlike some amps I have and I have too many, I am not tempted to change either the tubes or the speaker. The tubes are Ruby branded, Chinese made. If they burned out, I might try other things but probably would replace with the same tubes. I did try some other speakers in separate cabinets but didn't feel compelled to swap the custom Eminence made speaker out. One bonus is I really like the quality of the effects loop. This may be because the owners of the new Supro cut their teeth on making pedals. It is very clean and good sounding pedals sound great. Don't expect it to make your crappy, noisy pedals sound any better. This amp is definitely a keeper for me and like I said, I have too many amps. So if I buy something I don't like, it goes back.

This amplifier was designed for blues and rock guitarists, and it is remarkably warm, effective, and has a beautiful sound when the gain and boost are used. The foot switch is sold separately, and I highly recommend that you purchase the pedal. Great amp!

The amp came in with a slight noise but would go away within seconds. I threw away the packaging and of course it started crackling all the time. It's on warranty but Supro doesn't have dealers, apparently. They said it's a power tube and we'll send you one. I guess, I have to find someone to install it. Unbelievably poor customer service. Stay away from Supro amps!!!

Changed out the tubes for NOS, makes a WORLD of difference.

I use it for both home recording and playing in church twice a week. This amp is so good I bought two of them!