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Description

The Komet Concorde is the epitome of vintage-inspired tone with a modern twist, perfect for guitarists seeking a rich, dynamic sound. This guitar amplifier head is renowned for its hand-wired, point-to-point construction, ensuring the highest quality craftsmanship and reliability. Combining simplicity with power, the Concorde delivers a classic British sound with its EL34 power tubes, providing up to 50 watts of pure musical expression.

Designed for versatility, the Concorde's minimalist control panel includes a unique master volume control, allowing you to achieve both clean and overdriven tones without sacrificing clarity or depth. It's an amplifier that shines in various musical styles, from rock and blues to jazz and beyond. The proprietary Komet Fast/Gradual switch offers an additional layer of tonal flexibility, tailoring the response and feel of the amp to your specific playing style.

Whether you're in the studio or on stage, the Komet Concorde's robust build and timeless design mean it can handle the rigors of regular use while delivering impeccable sound quality every time. The amplifier's straightforward layout makes it easy to dial in your perfect tone, leaving you more time to focus on your music.

Key Features:

  • Hand-wired, point-to-point construction
  • 50-watt output powered by EL34 tubes
  • Unique master volume control for clean and overdriven tones
  • Proprietary Komet Fast/Gradual switch for tonal flexibility
  • Simple control panel for easy operation
  • Built for diverse musical styles and settings

Product specs

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Pete Thorn

Pete Thorn

Komet Concorde w/Strat, clean

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Komet Concorde w/Strat, clean

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Pete Thorn

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Komet Concorde fast mode

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Pete Thorn

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Komet Concorde gradual mode

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Pete Thorn

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Komet Concorde - Demo by Simon Gotthelf

Simon Gotthelf Gear Demos (Simon Gotthelf Music)

Simon Gotthelf Gear Demos (Simon Gotthelf Music)

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Fender Stratocaster L series 1965 PAF 1959 Komet Concorde

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Komet Concorde.

Comparisons

  • Komet Concorde is similar to Vox amps for British gain tones and Fender-like cleans, crucial for Billy Talent's sound.

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  • Ian mixes amps like a Diezel VH4 with a Komet Concord to fill out the low-end for live and studio performances.

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  • The Komet Concorde is often compared to a Vox or Trainwreck amp, praised for its distinct tonal characteristics.

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Use cases and applications

  • Ian D'Sa often uses a Woolly Mammoth or Fuzz Factory for specific riffs, like "Devil in a Midnight Mass."

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  • Heavy compression on guitars is a signature aspect of Billy Talent's early albums, crucial for achieving their distinct sound.

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  • A Bogner cab with V30s is suggested for capturing Ian's live tone, requiring adjustments to reduce harsh treble.

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  • For a bright, treble-heavy tone, using single coils or P90s is recommended, especially for songs like Dead Silence.

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Features and functionality

  • The gate knob on fuzz pedals like the Fuzz Factory creates a synth-like guitar sound, essential for certain Billy Talent songs.

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  • Marshalls are noted for their versatility, covering a wide range of tones across Billy Talent albums.

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Mods and upgrades

  • A hot Seymour Duncan JB pickup in the bridge of a Strat adds versatility, capturing both Telecaster and heavier humbucker tones.

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Ian D'Sa

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Billy Talent

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" I use my Stephenson as the main sound, and then we have a Diesel H4, with a Diesel cab, and a Komit Concorde as well'

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