Tone King Falcon

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Average Price: $1,299

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Unleash your inner rock star with the Tone King Falcon, a versatile 1x10 combo amplifier that blends vintage charm with modern innovation. This powerhouse is designed for musicians who crave tonal variety without needing a stack of gear. With three meticulously crafted channels—Tweed, Lead, and Rhythm—this amp delivers everything from sparkling cleans to gritty crunch, perfect for any musical setting or genre.

The Tweed channel offers a warm, organic sound reminiscent of classic American amps, while the Lead channel cranks out searing overdrive that brings to mind legendary rock anthems. The Rhythm channel provides a balanced, clear tone ideal for rhythm guitarists seeking a reliable backbone.

What truly sets the Falcon apart is its built-in Iron Man Attenuator, allowing you to maintain the amp's rich, full-bodied sound at any volume. Whether you're jamming in a small apartment or performing in a cozy venue, you can achieve the perfect tone without sacrificing sound quality or disturbing the peace.

Though minimalist in design with no onboard effects, the Falcon becomes an expansive sonic canvas when paired with your favorite pedals. This amp is not just another piece of gear—it's a statement of your musical identity.

Key Features:

Three channels: Tweed, Lead, Rhythm
1x10 combo amplifier design
Built-in Iron Man Attenuator for volume control
Classic American tone with modern versatility
Ideal for both practice and performance settings

Product specs

Brand	Tone King
Model	Falcon 12w 1x10 Guitar Combo
Finish	Chocolate
Year	2010s
Made In	United States
Categories	Guitar Combo Amps
Electronics	Tube
Number of Channels	1 Channel
Number of Inputs	2 Inputs
Output Power (Watts)	12
Power Tube Type	6V6
Reverb	None
Speaker Configuration	1x10"

FAQs

What kind of tones can I expect from the Tone King Falcon for different music genres?: The Tone King Falcon offers a versatile range of tones, from clear and spanky for rhythm playing to warm and compressed for blues. Its single channel and voicing switch provide a singing overdrive suitable for rock and lead guitar work.
Is the Tone King Falcon suitable for home use?: Yes, the Tone King Falcon is ideal for home use due to its 12-watt power output and built-in Ironman Attenuator, which allows you to achieve great tube tone at lower volumes without disturbing your surroundings.
Does the Tone King Falcon take pedals well?: The Tone King Falcon is designed to handle pedals effectively, thanks to its simple, single-channel layout and robust tube circuitry, making it a great platform for building your sound with effects.
What is the speaker configuration in the Tone King Falcon?: The Tone King Falcon features a 1x10" speaker configuration, specifically an Eminence Ragin Cajun, which delivers punchy mids and clear highs, enhancing the amp's tonal versatility.
Does the Tone King Falcon come with built-in reverb?: No, the Tone King Falcon does not include built-in reverb, allowing you to add your preferred external reverb pedal to tailor your sound.

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Tone King Falcon: Tone Review And Demo

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Tone King Falcon | Haar Guitars Demo

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Tone King Falcon 12W 1x10 Combo in Turquoise/White | CME Gear Demo | Joel Bauman

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PROS

Rich tones and harmonics with clean and distortion settings
Exceptional attenuator for controlling volume at home
Great for small club gigs with manageable sound
Lush sound even without external reverb
Practical low wattage design for home use
Retro aesthetic with a cool, eye-catching design
Versatile with three distinct voice settings
Superior tone compared to other boutique amps
Outstanding sound quality at various volume levels

CONS

Pricey for a small low wattage amp
No footswitch for the Lead setting
Attenuator affects volume inconsistently across voice settings

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Tone King Falcon.

Features and functionality

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The attenuator's higher settings can dull the sparkle; backing off enhances richness, especially with split coil humbuckers.
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The Falcon Grande's single attenuator affects all channels simultaneously, potentially limiting flexibility with significant channel volume differences.
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The Falcon Grande includes a single band EQ/tone control, contrasting with the Imperial's two-band EQ for more nuanced tone shaping.
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The Tone King Falcon is praised for its dynamic range and sparkling cleans, outperforming some other classic amps like the Deluxe Reverb in these aspects.
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Mods and upgrades

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The JHS Bonsai offers versatility with various Tubescreamer shades, improving compatibility with different tonal setups.
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Comparisons

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The Tone King Falcon's aesthetic resembles a vintage TV, contrasting with typical amp designs.
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The Falcon Grande's Lead channel is likened to Supro/Valco/Silvertone amps, noted for studio use by Jimmy Page.
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The Falcon Grande offers a compromise between Blackface/Tweed sounds and Supro/Valco tones, appealing for diverse musical styles.
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The Tone King Falcon offers a cleaner, more defined sound compared to the muddiness reported in vintage Gibson Falcons, making it preferable for those seeking Fender-like cleans.
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User experience

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Owners find the Wampler Pantheon drive pedal pairs well, particularly on the blackface/rhythm voicing for bluesy tones.
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Some users find that at low volume, the Falcon Grande loses dynamic range and headroom, impacting its suitability for apartment settings.
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Users note the Tone King Falcon's ability to handle overdrive pedals without losing definition, unlike some vintage Gibson amps which tend to sound muddy with effects.
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The Tone King Falcon is recommended for apartment settings due to its smaller size and manageable volume, aligning well with users moving to more constrained environments.
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Jeff Tweedy

Singer, Guitarist

Wilco

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Up for sale is this Tone King's 12 watts, 1x10 Falcon tube amp combo owned by Jeff Tweedy. It's been used a bunch in the studio at the Loft, mostly to put a little hair on a Wurly or Farfisa. It's a solid good sounding tube amp with some easy to get overdrive with its three preset positions and power attenuator. It's in very good condition and I don't believe has ever been out of the smokeless studio.