Carr Amplifiers

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Carr Amplifiers is a Pittsboro, North Carolina manufacturer of high-end, hand-wired tube guitar amplifiers. Guitarists report an astounding tone from the amplifiers.[1] [2] [3] Noted users of Carr amps (according to the manufacturer) include Neko Case, Albert Lee, Joe Perry, Reggie Young, Joe Walsh, Richie Sambora, Allan Holdsworth, Chris Stamey, Nils Lofgren and Ed King (of Lynyrd Skynyrd and Strawberry Alarm Clock).

[edit] Models

Carr Amplifier models include:

  • The Vincent
  • Rambler
  • Slant 6V
  • Mercury
  • Hammerhead

[edit] Footnotes

  1. ^ [1] Gary DiCenso, Carr Amplifier review - Slant 6V
  2. ^ [2] Harmony Central, reviews of Carr amplifiers
  3. ^ Nick Guppy, Guitar Player Magazine, "Carr Slant 6V Combo", February 2006

[edit] External links

  • [3] Carr web site