Classic Tone Going Out of Business

[Exo-metal]

Dig my classic tone iron I put in my homebrew 2204. I would suspect issues with supply chain and thus falling behind in supply for the demand that might be out pacing them. This pandemic is nowhere close to being finished. It's just getting started on the economy now.

Not to worry the Democrats will fix it

 

[baron55]

Here is their fall newsletter


Going Out Of Business


After 10 years of producing ClassicTone transformers and 78 years of manufacturing, Magnetic Components is announcing the permanent closure of our factory in early November.

This notice is much shorter than we had anticipated. This is a result of COVID and a recent and serious supply chain issue that has developed. Overall, in the last 4 years we have seen a large decline in the tube amp transformer market. At the same time, we experienced unprecedented increases in all costs necessitating us to make this tough, final decision to close.

We have decided to shut down voluntarily and before the business situation potentially gets worse. We want to close our third-generation USA-based company with dignity and honor.

We are no longer accepting new orders directly. ClassicTone tranformers are available now only from our resellers while supplies last.

RESELLERS

We appreciate all of your support throughout the years and wish you the best of luck.

Thank you so much!


Magnetic Components, Inc.
(ClassicTone line of Vintage Constructed Amp Transformers)

 

[stanz]

Here is their fall newsletter


Going Out Of Business


After 10 years of producing ClassicTone transformers and 78 years of manufacturing, Magnetic Components is announcing the permanent closure of our factory in early November.

This notice is much shorter than we had anticipated. This is a result of COVID and a recent and serious supply chain issue that has developed. Overall, in the last 4 years we have seen a large decline in the tube amp transformer market. At the same time, we experienced unprecedented increases in all costs necessitating us to make this tough, final decision to close.

We have decided to shut down voluntarily and before the business situation potentially gets worse. We want to close our third-generation USA-based company with dignity and honor.

We are no longer accepting new orders directly. ClassicTone tranformers are available now only from our resellers while supplies last.

RESELLERS

We appreciate all of your support throughout the years and wish you the best of luck.

Thank you so much!


Magnetic Components, Inc.
(ClassicTone line of Vintage Constructed Amp Transformers)

Operation: Worldwide Economic Collapse is proving to be most effective. Just wait until food supplies run out... It would be wise to forget about Jose gain, and begin concentrating on what's coming. Or not... it's your life.

 

[stanz]

Doom and gloom from Goat.

How about the fact that it says "Overall, in the last 4 years we have seen a large decline in the tube amp transformer market."

Bait taken!

 

[stanz]

Doom and gloom from Goat.

How about the fact that it says "Overall, in the last 4 years we have seen a large decline in the tube amp transformer market."

Declining sales is because no one gives a flying fuck about tube amplifers. The electric guitar has been obsolete for nearly three decades, but you're too dumb to realize it. Not that you play... Your entire exisitence is predicated upon owning on Rig Talk. You're an idiot, and a blast to fuck with!

 

[311splawndude]

Do you guys mind taking the baiting, trolling, name calling, political BS, bad jokes, etc back over to OT? It's annoying.

OK, thanks.

 

[stanz]

Do you guys mind taking the baiting, trolling, name calling, political BS, bad jokes, etc back over to OT? It's annoying.

OK, thanks.

Sorry, but it's necessary to flush these fucktards out.

Yes, I've been trolling this thread from the beginning, but my cause is just. I will not stop until these reprobates are exposed and expunged. Fight the good fight!

Frankly, I'm baffled as to why it took him so long to respond?

 

[stanz]

Do you guys mind taking the baiting, trolling, name calling, political BS, bad jokes, etc back over to OT? It's annoying.

OK, thanks.

Sorry, but it's necessary to flush these fucktards out.

Yes, I've been trolling this thread from the beginning, but my cause is just. I will not stop until these reprobates are exposed and expunged. Fight the good fight!

Frankly, I'm baffled as to why it took him so long to respond?

.

 

[crwnedblasphemy]

Yep, Scott Splawn told me this the other day when inquiring about a new amp.

Crazy stuff and huge bummer, they were the most reasonably priced for the quality of their stuff.

Who's Scott going with now?

 

[skullfxr]

Yep, Scott Splawn told me this the other day when inquiring about a new amp.

Crazy stuff and huge bummer, they were the most reasonably priced for the quality of their stuff.

Who's Scott going with now?

I would guess heyboer. My big Splawns are heyboer.

 

[stanz]

Maybe Heyboer will offer a CT spec line?

 

[GuitarGoat]

Dang, that sucks. Just ordered a few transformers from them for my latest project so this is surprising. I’ve used them on a a few builds and have been very happy. I guess I’ll have to look elsewhere now, but their prices were great.

 

[cardinal]

Leaves the new Soldano in an awkward spot?

 

[panhead]

What was once a thriving music scene years ago is gone. I don't know what you guys think it is now but its basically null in the real world not online.

 

[Bad.Seed]

Yep, Scott Splawn told me this the other day when inquiring about a new amp.

Crazy stuff and huge bummer, they were the most reasonably priced for the quality of their stuff.

Who's Scott going with now?

He didnt say, but did mention it will result in price increases unfortunately. He also mentioned its been a really tough year for him. I know he's been struggling with orders for the last couple years, so hope this isn't the nail in the coffin.

 

[Bad.Seed]

Yep, Scott Splawn told me this the other day when inquiring about a new amp.

Crazy stuff and huge bummer, they were the most reasonably priced for the quality of their stuff.

Who's Scott going with now?

He didnt say, but did mention it will result in price increases unfortunately. He also mentioned its been a really tough year for him. I know he's been struggling with orders for the last couple years, so hope this isn't the nail in the coffin.

 

[godgrinder]

Leaves the new Soldano in an awkward spot?

I wonder what Avi and Dave gonna tell people when they find the new transformer supplier. Are they going to be "exactly the same as the old ones" yet "sound better than the old ones" at the same time again? Haha.

 

[skullfxr]

Yep, Scott Splawn told me this the other day when inquiring about a new amp.

Crazy stuff and huge bummer, they were the most reasonably priced for the quality of their stuff.

Who's Scott going with now?

He didnt say, but did mention it will result in price increases unfortunately. He also mentioned its been a really tough year for him. I know he's been struggling with orders for the last couple years, so hope this isn't the nail in the coffin.

I REALLY REALLY REALLY hope not. He is such a nice guy and I have spoken to him dozens of times throughout the years. Always friendly and always willing to help or answer a question. Probably the most 'human' builder that I have ever interacted with. A nice real and straight up guy. Not to mention a great builder of well built and killer amps.

 

[Bad.Seed]

Yep, Scott Splawn told me this the other day when inquiring about a new amp.

Crazy stuff and huge bummer, they were the most reasonably priced for the quality of their stuff.

Who's Scott going with now?

He didnt say, but did mention it will result in price increases unfortunately. He also mentioned its been a really tough year for him. I know he's been struggling with orders for the last couple years, so hope this isn't the nail in the coffin.

I REALLY REALLY REALLY hope not. He is such a nice guy and I have spoken to him dozens of times throughout the years. Always friendly and always willing to help or answer a question. Probably the most 'human' builder that I have ever interacted with. A nice real and straight up guy. Not to mention a great builder of well built and killer amps.

Couldn't agree more. I'm planning out a new murdered our quick rod build with matching cab. He's the only builder is even consider buying new from. My first experience ordering my 50 watt super sport was great.

I think he really needs some new circuits or models to stay relevant.

 

[crwnedblasphemy]

Yep, Scott Splawn told me this the other day when inquiring about a new amp.

Crazy stuff and huge bummer, they were the most reasonably priced for the quality of their stuff.

Who's Scott going with now?

He didnt say, but did mention it will result in price increases unfortunately. He also mentioned its been a really tough year for him. I know he's been struggling with orders for the last couple years, so hope this isn't the nail in the coffin.

I REALLY REALLY REALLY hope not. He is such a nice guy and I have spoken to him dozens of times throughout the years. Always friendly and always willing to help or answer a question. Probably the most 'human' builder that I have ever interacted with. A nice real and straight up guy. Not to mention a great builder of well built and killer amps.

Couldn't agree more. I'm planning out a new murdered our quick rod build with matching cab. He's the only builder is even consider buying new from. My first experience ordering my 50 watt super sport was great.

I think he really needs some new circuits or models to stay relevant.

I wish Scott nothing but success. I've talked with him on the phone before. Always there if ya need him. I tell everyone, my 2006 Quickrod loop went out and he just sent a new loop board to my local tech free. That was awesome. I made a point when I bought replacement tubes to sometimes go through his site as well. I haven't played the post 2012 splawns, but I always liked the H tranny anyway. I know there are a couple 2005 floating around with Mercurys. Not sure if Scott put those in or they were installed after. Old ones with the big iron were punishing on thump.