Koch Amps

Germany, est. 1980s · 20 products across 1 categories

20
Total Products
1
Categories
$1,000
Avg Price
$318
From

About Koch Amps

Koch Amps, hailing from Germany, carved a niche for themselves by meticulously recreating the sonic character of vintage British amplifiers, particularly Vox, with a distinctly German engineering precision. Founded in the late 1980s, the brand quickly gained a reputation for authenticity and build quality, attracting discerning players seeking classic tones with modern reliability. Koch’s commitment to point-to-point wiring and high-quality components solidified their position in the amplifier market.

Founded
1980s
Country
Germany
Segment
Premium
Target
Serious guitarists and collectors seeking authentic vintage British amplifier to
Known For
Classictone series (Vox AC30 recreation) Studiotone series (Vox AC15 recreation) Point-to-point wiring construction Authentic vintage British tones High-quality components
PROS
  • • Exceptional vintage British amp replication
  • • Robust, hand-built construction quality
  • • Warm, responsive, and dynamic tube tone
  • • Excellent clean headroom and breakup characteristics
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility
  • • Can be heavy due to traditional construction
  • • Limited product range outside core amp designs
  • • Relatively low brand awareness compared to larger brands

Koch Amps Products

Koch Amps Classictone II Combo; 40 Watt - Tube Guitar Combos

Koch Amps Classictone II Combo; 40 Watt

Tube Guitar Combos

$1,759
Tube Combo for Electric Guitar, 3 channels: Clean, Overdrive and Overdrive...
4.5 Expert Rating
Koch Amps DURANGO 12 Combo - Tube Guitar Combos

Koch Amps DURANGO 12 Combo

Tube Guitar Combos

$1,319
Tube Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar, 1 channel, Class A, 1x EL34 power amp tube, 1x...
5 Expert Rating
Koch Amps Jupiter J45HG Head Green - Tube Guitar Heads

Koch Amps Jupiter J45HG Head Green

Tube Guitar Heads

$802
Amp Head for Electric Guitar, Power: 45 watts, Three channels: Clean, Hot, Hot Gain...
5 Expert Rating
Koch Amps KCC112/BB60 Speaker Cabinet - 1x12 Guitar Cabs

Koch Amps KCC112/BB60 Speaker Cabinet

1x12 Guitar Cabs

$659
Guitar Cabinet, Power: 60 Watt, Impedance: 8 Ohm, Closed back, 11-Ply birch...
4.5 Expert Rating
Koch Amps Classictone SE Combo - Tube Guitar Combos

Koch Amps Classictone SE Combo

Tube Guitar Combos

$1,089
Tube Combo for Electric Guitar, 1 Channel, Power: Class A 12 W, Preamp tubes: 1 x...
4.9 Expert Rating
Koch Amps Studiotone XL Head - Tube Guitar Heads

Koch Amps Studiotone XL Head

Tube Guitar Heads

$1,429
Tube Amp Head for Electric Guitar, Power: 40 W, 3 Channels: Clean - Overdrive - Overdrive...
4.7 Expert Rating
Koch Amps Little Gristle Combo BK - Tube Guitar Combos

Koch Amps Little Gristle Combo BK

Tube Guitar Combos

$1,374
Tube Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar, Greg Koch Signature Model - smaller...
4.8 Expert Rating
Koch Amps Little Gristle Combo - Tube Guitar Combos

Koch Amps Little Gristle Combo

Tube Guitar Combos

$1,429
Tube Combo for Electric Guitar, Greg Koch Signature Model - smaller version of the Greg...
4.4 Expert Rating
Koch Amps 63'OD Guitar Preamp - Electric Guitar Preamps

Koch Amps 63'OD Guitar Preamp

Electric Guitar Preamps

$318
Koch Amps 63'OD Guitar Preamp, Tube Preamp For Electric Guitar, Two channels, Tube: 12AX7, Clean channel with volume...
4.9 Expert Rating
Koch Amps Studiotone XL Combo - Tube Guitar Combos

Koch Amps Studiotone XL Combo

Tube Guitar Combos

$1,484
Guitar Tube Combo
4.6 Expert Rating
Koch Amps Studiotone Head - Tube Guitar Heads

Koch Amps Studiotone Head

Tube Guitar Heads

$1,099
Tube Amplifier
4.9 Expert Rating
Koch Amps Jupiter Junior J20C Combo BK - Tube Guitar Combos

Koch Amps Jupiter Junior J20C Combo BK

Tube Guitar Combos

$736
Tube Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar, Power, 3 Channels: Clean - Hot - Hot...
4.9 Expert Rating
Koch Amps Jupiter JUP45-C BK - Hybrid Guitar Combos

Koch Amps Jupiter JUP45-C BK

Hybrid Guitar Combos

$879
Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar, 3 Switchable channels: Clean, Overdrive, High Gain,...
4.4 Expert Rating
Koch Amps Jupiter Junior J20C ComboGreen - Tube Guitar Combos

Koch Amps Jupiter Junior J20C ComboGreen

Tube Guitar Combos

$714
Koch Amps Jupiter Junior J20C Combo, Electric Guitar Combo, ATR Technology, Rated power: 20 Watts, Equipped with: 1 x...
4.4 Expert Rating
Koch Amps Jupiter JUP45-C GR - Hybrid Guitar Combos

Koch Amps Jupiter JUP45-C GR

Hybrid Guitar Combos

$879
Combo for Electric Guitar, 3 Switchable channels: Clean, Overdrive, High Gain, Power: 45...
4.7 Expert Rating
Koch Amps Studiotone 20 Combo - Tube Guitar Combos

Koch Amps Studiotone 20 Combo

Tube Guitar Combos

$1,246
Koch Amps Studiotone Combo, Guitar Combo
4.4 Expert Rating
Koch Amps Classictone II Combo - Tube Guitar Combos

Koch Amps Classictone II Combo

Tube Guitar Combos

$1,623
All-Tube Combo for Electric Guitar, Class A, Power: 20 Watt, Equipped with specially...
4.9 Expert Rating
Koch Amps Superlead Guitar Preamp - Electric Guitar Preamps

Koch Amps Superlead Guitar Preamp

Electric Guitar Preamps

$329
Guitar Tube Preamp, 2 Channels, Tubes: 12AX7, Clean Channel with volume control,...
4.8 Expert Rating
Koch Amps LB120-II/16 - Guitar Amp Attenuators

Koch Amps LB120-II/16

Guitar Amp Attenuators

$417
Loadbox II, Power attenuator 120 W, Air cooled, Speaker simulator and DI box, 16 Ohm version
4.4 Expert Rating
Koch Amps LB120-II/8 - Guitar Amp Attenuators

Koch Amps LB120-II/8

Guitar Amp Attenuators

$409
Loadbox II, Power Attenuator 120 W, Air cooled, Speaker simulator and DI box, 8 Ohm version
4.9 Expert Rating

Frequently Asked Questions About Koch Amps

Koch Amps strive for authenticity, meticulously replicating circuit designs and using vintage-style components to capture the essence of classic Vox amps, though with modern enhancements for reliability.

Koch’s commitment to point-to-point wiring, a construction method rarely seen in modern production, contributes to their unique tonal character and responsiveness, setting them apart.

While Koch Amps are built to last, they utilize specific components. Repair expertise is generally available from specialized amp technicians, though parts sourcing can sometimes be more challenging than with mass-produced brands.

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