Accessories

Amp guru Lee Jackson covers the tools of the trade, soldering, specs and histories of different tube types, electronic symbols, amp modifications from gain stages to adding reverbs, schematics of solid state circuits and power supplies and more. Learn More

Gerald Weber, of Kendrick amplification fame, is the author of A Desktop Reference of Hip Vintage Guitar Amps and Tube Amp Talk for the Guitarists and tech. This is his third book, and works well as a companion to his previous books or on its own. Learn More

A collection of projects for electric guitar and bass players. Circuit operation, construction, & layout guidelines are provided for an acoustic preamp, a 15w tube power amp, a class A solid state amp, a tremolo circuit, an all-tube reverb unit and more. Learn More

The Vox Story is a must have for all fans of Vox amps. This book covers the entire 30 year history of the company and includes the musicians who made the company famous, with over 100 photos of Vox amps, organs, effects and musicians rocking on Vox gear. Learn More

Build a Bassman, Champ, Plexi, an 800, AC-30, Bulldog or Portaflex, or any of the 18 iconic amps everyone knows and loves. Everything you need to know to build an amp for yourself. Learn More

Explores modern high-gain pre-amps, proper treatment of acoustic instruments, tube vocal PAs, all types of tube, semi, hybrid and alternative power amplifier design, power supply mods that are "toneful", effects loops and chains, and more! Learn More

This is the book that jump-started the boutique tube guitar amp business. Design and modifications for tube preamps and power amps, reverbs, effects loops, simple switching circuits and stage set-ups and player ergonomics. Learn More

Already known as the bible of tubes and tube amps, The Tube Amp Book is now even better. Technical tips, in-depth electronic specs and explanations, rare schematics, and full-color plates make it a must-have for the legions of tube-tone fanatics. Learn More

The definitive account of the amp manufacturer who created the 'sound of rock' with complete listings of every product Marshall ever made, over 100 schematics, the history of the Celestion speaker and early catalog reprints. Learn More

Dave Hunter traces the history and development of the guitar pickup. This guide explains magnet types, size, and structure, and the many different types of coils, everything you need to know to choose the pickup that is right for you. Learn More

The Guitar Amplifier Player's Guide is the definitive musician's instruction and reference manual. Dave Zimmerman takes you step-by-step to an understanding of great amp tone and how to achieve it by making simple tweaks to your current rig. Learn More

An essential survival guide for every guitar player and amp owner. Packed with concise, clearly written tips on troubleshooting and repairs, with straightforward, step-by-step instructions using readily available tools. Contains over 150 photos. Learn More

A handy reference for the novice and experienced craftsman alike. Explains how to read schematic symbols, standard notation, the resistor color code, explains current, voltage, power, resistance, capacitance, inductance and more. Learn More

A high quality reprint of the 1973 RCA Receiving Tube Manual (Technical Series RC-30). Includes tubes not found in RC-19. Includes pictures and industrial receiving tubes. Learn More

This revised edition is a step-by-step manual to maintaining and repairing electric or acoustic guitars and basses. Players will master the basic maintenance and set up of a guitar. Learn More

The ultimate source for guitar tricks, effects, and other unorthodox techniques. This book demonstrates and explains 45 incredible guitar sounds using common stomp boxes and a few unique techniques! Fully illustrated. Learn More

Over 50 useful modifications for Fender® and Marshall amps and guitars. The author lets readers in on some neat little tricks that can be done to their equipment. All modifications are simple and can be done with easy to find parts. Learn More

Many effects builders have cited Electronic Projects for Musicians as the book that got them started. This book lays out the basics of effects building, detailing the tools, parts and techniques needed. Learn More

A complete yet easy-to-understand explanation of how to design, construct, test and modify tube amps. Everything you need to know to fully understand tube guitar amp technology from both technical and musical perspectives. Learn More