Benson Amps, a Portland, Oregon-based company known for its high-quality, zero-compromise amplifiers, had a close call last night (June 24th) when a fire broke out at their warehouse. Thankfully, everyone on the Benson Amps crew was safely evacuated, according to the company’s updates on Instagram Stories.
Benson Amps Warehouse Evacuated Due to Fire
Benson Amps posted a photo showing a significant cloud of dark smoke billowing from their Oregon warehouse. Shortly after, they followed up with a reassuring message confirming the crew’s safety and thanking followers for their well wishes.
In a later update, the company included a photo of a fire engine outside the warehouse and provided a cautiously optimistic outlook: “I think the warehouse will be OK, we’ll see what the smoke decides to do. We bagged up all of the almost finished amps tightly.”
About Benson Amps
Founded by Christopher Benson in Portland, Oregon, Benson Amps is dedicated to crafting “the perfect instrument with zero compromises.” Their amplifiers are renowned for their focus on pristine, euphonic clean tones that seamlessly transition into rich harmonics with varying picking dynamics.
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Recent Benson Amps News
In May 2024, Benson Amps partnered with prominent music retailer Sweetwater to create a limited-edition Surf’s Up amplifier, drawing inspiration from the legendary sounds of The Beach Boys. The collaborative effort also involved Keeley Electronics and JHS Pedals.
Stonk Box
May 2024 also saw the release of the Stonk Box by Benson Amps. This innovative pedal pays homage to the revered fuzz pedals of the 1960s, meticulously eliminating the inconsistencies and shortcomings of the originals while preserving their distinct character. The Stonkbox is based on the 1965 MK1 Tonebender fuzz designed by Gary Hurst.
The Benson Amps Instagram post regarding the fire garnered an outpouring of support from their followers, with many expressing their well wishes and relief that everyone involved is safe.
