Vintage Enters the Desktop Amp Market with Affordable Retro Series

Vintage Enters the Desktop Amp Market with Affordable Retro Series
Vintage Retro amps: Powerful tones, compact size. 8 amp models, built-in effects, and Bluetooth connectivity. Start at under $150.

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Vintage, known for its budget-friendly electric guitars, is expanding its offerings with the new Retro desktop amp series. These 15- and 25-watt combo amps mark the company’s entry into the amp modeling market, aiming to compete with brands like Positive Grid and Boss.

Vintage Retro Amps

Vintage Retro amps offer incredible value with 8 amp models, built-in effects, and Bluetooth connectivity at a fraction of the price of other leading brands.

The Retro amps boast eight amp models, likely including simulations of iconic amps like the Peavey 5150, Vox AC, Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier, and Marshall Plexi (based on the amp controls).

Vintage Enters the Desktop Amp Market with Affordable Retro Series
Vintage Retro 25-watt

15-watt and 25-watt

The 15-watt model features controls for amp selection, Gain, Tone, Master Volume, and two effect dials. The 25-watt version expands on this with four additional dials for the integrated drum machine – including volume and tempo – plus treble and bass controls.

An optional 1×10 cabinet is also available to complement the range.

Vintage Retro 15 & 25 Guitar Amps | Review | Guitar Interactive

Key Features

  • Versatile Tones: Eight amp models, including “ultra-clean” and “saturated distortion” sounds, simulating iconic amps like Peavey 5150, Vox AC, Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier, and Marshall Plexi.
  • Built-in Effects: High-quality DSP effects include chorus, flanger, vibrato, delay, and reverb. The 25-watt model offers more effects and features compared to the 15-watt version.
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth for phone connectivity, USB for DAW recording, and headphone output. An external cabinet connection is also possible.
  • Affordability: Prices start at under $150, making them highly competitive.
Vintage Enters the Desktop Amp Market with Affordable Retro Series
Vintage Retro Series top panel

Competition

The Retro series faces stiff competition from popular models like the Positive Grid Spark GO and Spark Edge, as well as the Boss Katana-Mini X.

However, the growing market for budget-friendly modeling amps benefits players with increased choice.

Vintage Enters the Desktop Amp Market with Affordable Retro Series
Black, Vintage White, and Mint Green

Availability

The Vintage Retro amps and cabs are available in Black, Vintage White, and Mint Green and can be purchased directly from Vintage. The 15-watt model is priced at just £119 (approximately $145), while the 25-watt version retails for £149 (roughly $180). Cabinets are available for £89 each (roughly $107).

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