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Best Tone King Tube Guitar Combos 2025

Premium Tone King tube guitar combos - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Blues For Jazz For Vintage Tones For Recording For Expressive Playing
BRANDS: Fender Marshall Vox Tone King Supro Mesa Boogie Koch Amps Evh Blackstar Bad Cat Orange Harley Benton Bugera
Tone King Falcon Grande CR - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Tone King Falcon Grande CR

by Tone King
Jazz Blues Recording
Key Feature:
• Natural compression and harmonic richness
✓ PROS
  • • Dynamic response to playing technique
  • • Classic vintage tones and character
✗ CONS
  • • Requires regular tube maintenance
  • • Performance can vary with tube age

Tone King Falcon Grande CRTube Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar1 ChannelPower: 20 W3-Position voicing switch for...

⭐ 4.8/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 417703
$2,444
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tone King Falcon Grande TRQ - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Tone King Falcon Grande TRQ

by Tone King
Expressive Playing Blues Vintage Tones
Key Feature:
• Natural compression and harmonic richness
✓ PROS
  • • Natural compression and harmonic richness
  • • Dynamic response to playing technique
✗ CONS
  • • Performance can vary with tube age
  • • Heavier and more fragile for transport

Tone King Falcon Grande TRQTube Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar1 ChannelPower: 20 W3-Position voicing switch...

⭐ 4.5/5 (53 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 429137
$2,199
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tone King Gremlin BR - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Tone King Gremlin BR

by Tone King
Vintage Tones Blues Rock
Key Feature:
• Preferred by professional musicians
✓ PROS
  • • Preferred by professional musicians
  • • Natural compression and harmonic richness
✗ CONS
  • • Performance can vary with tube age
  • • Requires regular tube maintenance

Tone King Gremlin BRTube Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar1 ChannelPower: 5 WProduces cranked up Blackface or Tweed...

⭐ 4.8/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 456229
$1,758
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tone King Gremlin BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Tone King Gremlin BK

by Tone King
Expressive Playing Vintage Tones Blues
Key Feature:
• Classic vintage tones and character
✓ PROS
  • • Classic vintage tones and character
  • • Warm, natural tube saturation and overdrive
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than solid-state amps
  • • Performance can vary with tube age

Tone King Gremlin BKTube combo amp for electric guitar1 ChannelPower: 5 WEquipped with: 1x 12" Custom voiced...

⭐ 4.4/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 458818
$1,758
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tone King Falcon Grande BR - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Tone King Falcon Grande BR

by Tone King
Rock Vintage Tones Jazz
Key Feature:
• Dynamic response to playing technique
✓ PROS
  • • Preferred by professional musicians
  • • Classic vintage tones and character
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier and more fragile for transport
  • • Generates more heat during operation

Tone King Falcon Grande BRTube Combo for Electric Guitar1 ChannelPower: 20 wattsEquipped with: 1x 12" Custom...

⭐ 4.8/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 504627
$2,199
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tone King Falcon Grande BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Tone King Falcon Grande BK

by Tone King
Recording Expressive Playing Vintage Tones
Key Feature:
• Natural compression and harmonic richness
✓ PROS
  • • Warm, natural tube saturation and overdrive
  • • Dynamic response to playing technique
✗ CONS
  • • Requires regular tube maintenance
  • • Generates more heat during operation

Tone King Falcon Grande BKTube Combo for Electric Guitar1 ChannelPower: 20 wattsEquipped with: 1x 12" Custom...

⭐ 4.8/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 504626
$2,199
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tone King Gremlin Tweed - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Tone King Gremlin Tweed

by Tone King
Expressive Playing Rock Jazz
Key Feature:
• Warm, natural tube saturation and overdrive
✓ PROS
  • • Natural compression and harmonic richness
  • • Classic vintage tones and character
✗ CONS
  • • Generates more heat during operation
  • • Requires regular tube maintenance

Tone King Gremlin TweedTube Combo for Electric GuitarOne channelPower: 5 wattsEquipped with one 12" custom-voiced...

⭐ 4.6/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 577118
$1,649
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tone King Imperial Mk II CR - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Tone King Imperial Mk II CR

by Tone King
Jazz Recording Vintage Tones
Key Feature:
• Preferred by professional musicians
✓ PROS
  • • Warm, natural tube saturation and overdrive
  • • Dynamic response to playing technique
✗ CONS
  • • Requires regular tube maintenance
  • • Heavier and more fragile for transport

Tone King Imperial Mk II CRTube Combo Amplifier for Electric GuitarChannels: 2Power: 20 wattsIntegrated Ironman II...

⭐ 5.0/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 531785
$3,298
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tone King Imperial Mk II TW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Tone King Imperial Mk II TW

by Tone King
Rock Blues Expressive Playing
Key Feature:
• Natural compression and harmonic richness
✓ PROS
  • • Natural compression and harmonic richness
  • • Warm, natural tube saturation and overdrive
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than solid-state amps
  • • Heavier and more fragile for transport

Tone King Imperial Mk II TWTube Combo for Electric GuitarBuilt-in Ironman II compensated power attenuator (up to -36...

⭐ 4.6/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 479686
$3,628
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tone King Gremlin TRQ - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Tone King Gremlin TRQ

by Tone King
Vintage Tones Expressive Playing Recording
Key Feature:
• Dynamic response to playing technique
✓ PROS
  • • Natural compression and harmonic richness
  • • Dynamic response to playing technique
✗ CONS
  • • Heavier and more fragile for transport
  • • Generates more heat during operation

Tone King Gremlin TRQTubes Combo for E-Guitar1 ChannelPower: 5 WattEquipment: 1x 12" Custom-voiced Celestion 870...

⭐ 4.7/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 429101
$1,627
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tone King Imperial Mk II BR - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Tone King Imperial Mk II BR

by Tone King
Blues Expressive Playing Vintage Tones
Key Feature:
• Natural compression and harmonic richness
✓ PROS
  • • Preferred by professional musicians
  • • Classic vintage tones and character
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than solid-state amps
  • • Requires regular tube maintenance

Tone King Imperial Mk II BRTube Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar2 ChannelsPower: 20 WEquipped with: 1 x 12"...

⭐ 4.6/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 455133
$3,299
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tone King Gremlin CR - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Tone King Gremlin CR

by Tone King
Jazz Recording Vintage Tones
Key Feature:
• Classic vintage tones and character
✓ PROS
  • • Preferred by professional musicians
  • • Warm, natural tube saturation and overdrive
✗ CONS
  • • Generates more heat during operation
  • • Performance can vary with tube age

Tone King Gremlin CRTube Combo for Electric GuitarOffers turned up Blackface- or Tweed guitars sounds at reduced...

⭐ 4.8/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 465493
$1,758
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tone King Imperial Mk II BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Tone King Imperial Mk II BK

by Tone King
Jazz Vintage Tones Recording
Key Feature:
• Preferred by professional musicians
✓ PROS
  • • Classic vintage tones and character
  • • Preferred by professional musicians
✗ CONS
  • • Requires regular tube maintenance
  • • Performance can vary with tube age

Tone King Imperial Mk II BKTube Combo Amplifier for Electric GuitarChannels: 2Power: 20 WComponents: 1x 12"...

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 417707
$3,619
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tone King Imperial Mk II TRQ - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Tone King Imperial Mk II TRQ

by Tone King
Jazz Blues Recording
Key Feature:
• Preferred by professional musicians
✓ PROS
  • • Dynamic response to playing technique
  • • Preferred by professional musicians
✗ CONS
  • • Generates more heat during operation
  • • Performance can vary with tube age

Tone King Imperial Mk II TRQTube Combo Amplifier for Electric GuitarBuilt-in Ironman II compensated power attenuator...

⭐ 4.9/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 427058
$3,519
Buy at Thomann View Details
Tone King Sky King TRQ - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Tone King Sky King TRQ

by Tone King
Expressive Playing Rock Vintage Tones
Key Feature:
• Warm, natural tube saturation and overdrive
✓ PROS
  • • Natural compression and harmonic richness
  • • Dynamic response to playing technique
✗ CONS
  • • Performance can vary with tube age
  • • More expensive than solid-state amps

Tone King Sky King TRQElectric Guitar Tube ComboFull tube combo with reverbtremolo and two built-in power reducers...

⭐ 5.0/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 447408
$3,738
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Tube Guitar Combos

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced tube guitar combos typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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