Meet the Makers: Tone King

Founded by Mark Bartel, an engineer with a passion for sound and acoustics, Tone King began in a garage in Kingston, New York, and later moved to Baltimore, Maryland.

Tone King’s amplifiers are renowned for their authentic vintage sound, combining the warmth of classic Fender-style circuits with modern innovations like built-in attenuators. Tone King’s commitment to quality and tone has earned them a place on stages and in studios worldwide, trusted by artists seeking the perfect blend of vintage character and modern functionality.