Royalist MKIII Combo
By Tone King Amplifier Company
A 40W two-channel all-tube 1x12 combo built around Tone King's Iron Man II attenuator, spanning early British JTM45, Plexi, and Super Lead tones.
About this amp
The Royalist MKIII updates Tone King’s original Royalist with a 40-watt, two-channel, all-tube 1x12 combo voiced for classic early British tones. A three-way voicing switch on each channel moves between the balanced, lower-gain 1964 setting (JTM45/Bluesbreaker-style), the crisper, more aggressive 1967 (Plexi-style), and the highest-gain 1970 “Super Lead” voice, while an independent Volume control with a PULL FAT option adds low end to either channel. Each channel also carries its own built-in Iron Man II reactive-load attenuator with HF compensation, letting players drive the EL34 power section hard while keeping stage volume in check.
Specs
| Configuration | 40W All-Tube 1x12 Combo, Two Channels |
|---|---|
| Tubes | 3x 12AX7 (preamp/phase inverter), 2x EL34 (power), 1x 5AR4 (rectifier) |
| Speaker | Custom Celestion "1660" 12" |
| Voicing Switch | 3-position: 1964, 1967, 1970 (per channel) |
| Attenuator | Iron Man II reactive load, per channel, 0/-3/-9/-15/-24/-36dB steps |
| Footswitch | Single-button channel footswitch with LED, 25' cable included |
| Line Out | 1/4" unbalanced with level control |
| Speaker Impedance Select | 4, 8, or 16 ohms |
| Cabinet | Tongue and groove Baltic Birch |
| Dimensions | 12" (L) x 24.5" (W) x 21" (H) |
| Weight | 59 lbs |
Quick answers
- How much does the Royalist MKIII Combo cost?
- Tone King Amplifier Company lists it at $2,695 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Royalist MKIII Combo still available?
- Yes. Tone King Amplifier Company lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Royalist MKIII Combo?
- Tone King Amplifier Company, building gear since 1993. Where it's built: Assembled in the USA. It's listed here as a tube combo amp.
- What warranty does Tone King Amplifier Company offer?
- Limited lifetime warranty. Full terms are not published on the site, and warranty registration is available online.