Metropoulos Amplification is dedicated to building the finest replicas of vintage Marshall amplifiers available. Discerning guitar players are using our recreations and leaving those valuable plexis at home, where they are safe. We also search out and supply restoration grade parts to builders and DIY'ers in our online store. There you can find all of the parts needed to restore classic amplifiers or build one from scratch. When NOS parts are no longer available, we have them manufactured.
Our amp kits feature accurate chassis layouts, vintage spec transformers, correct component values and step by step instructions that are second to none. No corners have been cut and the tone is world class. Compare them to other kits available and we think you'll agree.
MetroAmp provides an online community for amplifier discussion, tech support, and kit building help - join the MetroAmp forum today. We have also opened the Vintage Amplifier & Tech Wiki, a permanent archive of diagrams and knowledge covering vintage amps through to today's amplifiers. The Wiki is constantly growing as users add information.
Things have been extra frantic around the shop the last few weeks, preparing for the show. We have lots of stuff to display. Come check out our new shirts, Metroamp and Metropoulos banners, glossy fliers, Metroamp packaged amp parts and more.
Also at the NY Amp Show this Saturday is Piscataway, NJ will be our prototype fo the brand new 100 Watt master Volume amp kit!
We’re also unveiling a new product. Here’s a couple hints: it’s BIG, it’s pinstriped and it RULES!
We’ll have our special recipe chili cooked up in the Metroamp room, and of course our selection of favorite hot sauces. Drop in a for a bowl, and something cold to wash it down.
Every day brings us closer to the NY Amp Show and the official release of our newest amp kit, the 100 Watt Master Volume! Based on the venerable Marshall 2203 from the JMP years (’76-80), this amp is THE rock-n-roll workhorse.
Now available for pre-order in the Metroamp store!!!
Reserve your kit to ship in the initial roll-out of this soon to be classic. Shipping starts May 15th.
We are happy to announce that we can now assemble your amp kit for you! Not sure if you’re up to building your vintage replica? Having second thoughts? Or simply want a top notch, boutique quality Marshall replica at a fantastic price?
We have you covered.
See the “assembled by Metroamp” option for each kit in the store for pricing and details. Assembly is handled in house by Curt and final inspection, testing and listening by George.
Ever wondered what Eddie Van Halen was using on tour back in 1978? Join the EVH discussion on the MetroAmp forum in a thread about Ed’s early touring amps and guitars.
With cranked Marshall plexi’s and superleads the main concern was volume: either you’d become deaf or you would blow nice 20-25 watts Celestion Greenback speakers.
MetroAmp will have a booth at the New York Amp Show in Piscataway, New Jersey. You will have the opportunity to meet with the shop staff, try our amplifiers, and find out more about our amp kits. We will be releasing some special surprise product news at the show.
New York Amp Show ‘09 http://www.ampshow.com
Saturday May 9, 2009
10 AM - 6 PM
Embassey Suites Hotel
121 Centennial Ave
Piscataway, NJ 08854
Another live event to mark on you calendar! MetroAmp will be at the Tone Fest Guitar Sow and Jam in Lincoln Park, Michigan on April 5th. Come out to meet us and demo some amps.
Tone Fest Guitar Show & Jam
Sunday April 5
1 PM til ???
The Lil Easy Bar
978 Dix Hwy
Lincoln Park, MI
Info: 313-381-6000
MetroAmp will be attending the Motor City Amp Showcase in Southfield, Michigan on March 28th. Mark your calendar and be sure to visit us in the MetroAmp booth to demo some amps.
Motor City Amp Showcase
Saturday March 28
10 AM-4 PM
Southfield Community Church
21122 Indian St.
Southfield, MI 48033
Info: Matt 248-476-2818
The Black Keys recently stopped in Detroit to play The Fillmore Theater and we brought down two of our plexi repicas for guitarist/vocalist Dan Auerbach to try out, a Metro 10,000 series 67 replica and a JTM 45 replica. Dan loved both of the amps - he tried them at sound check and then used both for the show.
His usual amps were sitting on the floor, silent. The tone was just sick, and loud as hell. No attenuators in sight! We took some pictures from the side of the stage… the show was January 29, 2009.
