KR12 Amp
An EL34-based combo, winner of a 2004 Guitar Player Editors' Pick, with a single-ended switch for a reduced 20W mode.
About this amp
The KR12 combo pairs Louis Electric’s EL34-based head circuit with a built-in Celestion Classic Lead 80 speaker. A 2004 Guitar Player Editors’ Pick, it offers a single-ended switch to run at a reduced 20W, four gain inputs, and a top-panel damping control for adjustable negative feedback.
Specs
| Wattage | 20W/40W (single-ended switch) |
|---|---|
| Speaker | Celestion Classic Lead 80 |
| Speaker Load | 8 ohms |
| Controls | Volume, Master Volume, Treble, Bass, Middle, Presence, Single-Ended Switch, Damping Control |
| Inputs | 4 gain inputs |
| Preamp Tubes | 3x 12AX7 |
| Output Tubes | 2x EL34 |
| Rectifier | 5AR4 |
| Dimensions (as listed, ht/width/depth) | 17.5in H x 23.5in W x 8.75in D |
| Dimensions (as listed, L/D/H) | 24in L x 9in D x 21in H |
| Weight | 48 lbs |
| Construction | Eyelet terminal board |
Quick answers
- How much does the KR12 Amp cost?
- Louis Electric Amplifiers lists it at $2,895 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the KR12 Amp still available?
- Yes. Louis Electric Amplifiers lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the KR12 Amp?
- Louis Electric Amplifiers. Where it's built: Hand-wired in New Jersey, with Louis Rosano building every amp. It's listed here as a tube combo amp.
- What warranty does Louis Electric Amplifiers offer?
- No written warranty is published. All sales and deposits are final and returns are not accepted. Owners contact Louis Rosano directly for repairs after purchase.
- How long is the wait for Louis Electric Amplifiers gear?
- Every amp is built to order after a conversation with Louis Rosano, since each build is customizable. Custom component or covering requests add production time. Sales are direct only, with no dealers.