BONES

 
Bones Amp

As the name implies the BONES amp is just that, a stripped down “bare bones” amplifier. With modern styling and a simple & intuitive front panel layout, BONES is extremely versatile and completely inspiring from the first note played. It retains all the detail of your instruments and playing dynamics as well as front-end coloration from stomp box pedals.

 

FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS:

● World Mains 100/110/120/220/230/240 VAC 50/60HZ

● VOICING L/M/H selects between 2, 3 or 4 stages of gain

● 4 - BIAS locking pots and test points

● 4 - 12AX7s (1 -12AT7 FX Loop) & 4 - Power tubes in any combinations of EL34, 6CA7,

   KT77, 6L6, 5881, KT66, 6550, KT88, KT90, KT100. Class-AB, 100 to 180 watts RMS

● Fully regulated DC preamp heaters for an ultra low noise floor

● Optional FX LOOP, LINEOUT w/ Level control and other footswitching and MIDI options (custom basis)

● Marriage of PCB and Point-to-Point assembly

 
Bones Front Panel
 
Bones Back Panel
 

DETAILS

The control panel from L to R: INPUT, GAIN, BRIGHT switch, BASS, BOOST switch, MIDDLE, VOICING L/M/H switch, TREBLE, DEPTH, PRESENCE, MASTER, STANDBY, POWER. On the rear panel: MAINS INPUT, 5 LOUDSPEAKERS jacks for 4, 8 or 16 OHM with optional FX LOOP, LINEOUT, FOOTSWITCH and MIDI. Additional rear panel features includes user adjustable external BIAS test points and individual BIAS controls for more tonal options. The output tubes are also fused in pairs. In case of tube failure you will be able to finish your gig. The master volume functions perfectly at bedroom levels and completely stays together full on. The audio path is switched via relays with no solid state for a true 100% all tube signal path. The wolf in sheep’s clothing is the VOICING L/M/H, which is a 3-position switch that selects between 2, 3 or 4 stages of gain. This function greatly changes the sound and feel of the amp giving you an astonishing array of tones. From luscious, spanky clean to searing, cabinet exploding high gain overdrive, it’s like having 3 completely different amps!

 

CONSTRUCTION

All ceramic tube sockets, sealed stainless steel shafted pots, metal switches, metal jacks, custom designed precision wound power, choke and output transformers are mounted to a 14 gauge brushed stainless steel chassis. All the chassis mounted components are wired “flying lead“ style to a 1/8” thick, 4oz weighted FR4 PCB. Front and back panel are clear anodized brushed aluminum with laser etched lettering that will not wear off. Housed in a 3/4” birch-ply enclosure, accented with custom black aluminum anodized metal grills and a 1/4” thick machined aluminum logo plate. Premium components and solid, reliable design that will last a lifetime. 

 

OPTIONS

For those of you who are thinking “...man, I wish this amp had an extra GAIN, MASTER pot or that the BOOST, FX LOOP, VOICING L/M/H was footswitchable or every function with MIDI control...” The answer to all the above is, YES! Contact us with your specific needs.

 

For more information, please check out the BONES owners manual here:
BONES Owners ManualAnd check out some user reviews here:
Fortin Amplification Harmony Central Reviews