Magnatone | 2026 Amplifier Arrivals
Fender Highways Series Event Featuring Julia Rizik
Join us at Chicago Music Exchange on Thursday, November 30, for a special Fender event introducing the new Highway Series guitars and featuring Fender artist Julia Rizik in CME’s Lincoln Avenue showroom!
In addition to a demonstration of the new series, guests will receive Fender-branded swag. Guests will also be invited to record themselves playing a Highway Series guitar to enter an exclusive raffle!
2026 Magnatone Amplifiers Are Here at Chicago Music Exchange!
American Tone, Reinvented
The next chapter of Magnatone tone starts here. Chicago Music Exchange is proud to offer 2026 Magnatone Amplifiers, blending legendary American voicing, unmistakable vibrato, and modern craftsmanship. From accessible everyday workhorses to artist-driven signature amps and true point-to-point handwired designs, Magnatone’s latest lineup proves that timeless tone never stands still—and CME is your home base to grab it first.
Magnatone Kingston — The “Princeton Killer”
A true American classic with unmistakable Magnatone character, the Kingston delivers rich cleans, touch-sensitive breakup, and premium build quality at an accessible price point. Designed as a no-nonsense, everyday workhorse, the Kingston proves that exceptional tone doesn’t need shortcuts—or compromises.
Lil’ Viper — Slash’s Newest Weapon
Don’t let the size fool you. Slash’s Lil’ Viper is an 8-watt powerhouse built for bedroom volumes with full-blown attitude. It’s the hardest-hitting practice amp Magnatone has ever created, giving players a real path to Slash-approved tone—no arena required.
Point-to-Point Collection — Varsity Reverb
Magnatone returns to its roots with the Point-to-Point Collection, debuting with the all-new Varsity Reverb. Replacing the Traditional Collection version, this amp features classic point-to-point handwired craftsmanship paired with modern reliability, delivering a pure vintage feel with an unmistakable Magnatone voice.
Starlite Reverb 10 — Bigger, Fuller, Bolder
The Starlite Reverb 10 takes everything players loved about the original and turns it up. With a new 10-inch speaker, increased 8-watt output, and a larger cabinet, it delivers a fuller, more robust sound that feels bigger than its footprint.
We’ve always loved Magnatone at Chicago Music Exchange—and these latest amplifier arrivals prove why. Whether you’re chasing classic American tones, artist-inspired firepower, or meticulous handwired craftsmanship, Magnatone continues to raise the bar. Preorder your next amp today and experience why Magnatone remains one of our all-time favorites.
SHOP MAGNATONE AMPLIFIERSSHOP MAGNATONE AMPLIFIERS
Related Posts
Bad Cat Amplifiers | CME Exclusive Mod Shop Hot Cat 50
Dating back to 1999, Bad Cat has brought in talent from all corners of the amp world, most notably Matchless founder Mark Sampson. Their dedication to building Class A amplifiers with a British-inspired growl has drawn praise and use from players as varied as John Rzeznik, Nick Johnston, and Bonnie Raitt. That's why we're excited to team up with Bad Cat on our newest CME Exclusive amplifiers: the Bad Cat Mod Shop Hot Cat 50 1x12" Combo Amp and Amp Head in Black Levant. We started with the Hot Cat 50, added Marshall-inspired visual touches and a gold chassis, then built in a vintage/modern gain switch and EC Collins Pinstripe Grill Cloth for a tone-shaping experience you can't find anywhere else. Call us today at 773-525-7773, chat with our sales experts, or come into our Lincoln Avenue Showroom to grab yours!
Read more
Introducing | Recording King Guitars Is Back!
One of the most trusted names in value-packed vintage instruments has returned.Recording King, first introduced in 1929, built its reputation on incredible value and a direct line to Gibson's own craftsmanship. Now, with St. Louis Music behind it, the brand is back — flattops, parlor guitars, and resonators, all built with period-correct specs and all-solid tonewoods. Call us at 773-525-7773, chat with us online, or come into our Acoustic Room to be among the first to play them!
Read more
EarthQuaker Devices | 2026 One-of-A-Kind Series
For the fifth consecutive year, Chicago Music Exchange has partnered with EarthQuaker Devices to bring players a collection of one-of-a-kind pedals featuring exclusive, never-before-seen graphics. Built from EarthQuaker’s trusted circuits — the same pedals relied on by musicians worldwide — each piece in the 2026 collection carries a unique visual finish you won’t find anywhere else. Since 2022, this annual collaboration has given players an easy way to put as much personality into their pedalboard as they put into their playing. Once these one-of-one EarthQuaker pedals sell out, they’re gone for good, so shop the 2026 CME Exclusive collection today.
Read more