Sultan Amp Combo
A hand-wired replica of the 1961-63 Fender Brown Vibrolux -- a 30-watt, 2-channel amp with bias-vary tremolo, also available in a 20-watt build.
About this amp
The Sultan is blueprinted from Wayne’s own Brown Vibrolux (6G11/6G11-A) amps — the same model Mark Knopfler used on Dire Straits’ “Sultans of Swing.” It carries the tapped-treble control characteristic of Fender’s brown-era amps, runs 30 watts on a pair of 5881 or 6L6GC tubes (a 20-watt, 6V6-based version is also available), and has an organic bias-vary tremolo across two channels. Offered as a 1x12, 1x10, or 2x10 combo, or as a head. Fully hand-wired, with alnico speaker upgrades and matching extension cabinets available.
Specs
| Based On | 1961-63 Fender 6G11 Brown Vibrolux |
|---|---|
| Wattage | 30W (20W version also available with 6V6 tubes) |
| Power Tubes | 2x 5881 or 6L6GC (30W); 2x 6V6 (20W version) |
| Channels | 2 (Normal/Bright) |
| Onboard Effects | Bias Vary Tremolo |
| Footswitch | 1-Button (tremolo) |
| Speaker Options | 1x12 GA-SC64, 1x10, or 2x10 |
| Dimensions | 17" x 24.125" x 9.5" (1x12 Combo) |
| Weight | 39 lbs (1x12 Combo) |
Quick answers
- How much does the Sultan Amp Combo cost?
- Headstrong Amplifiers lists it at $3,700 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Sultan Amp Combo still available?
- Yes. Headstrong Amplifiers lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Sultan Amp Combo?
- Headstrong Amplifiers, building gear since 2003. Where it's built: Hand-wired in North Carolina. Owner Wayne Jones personally wires every chassis. It's listed here as a tube combo amp.
- What warranty does Headstrong Amplifiers offer?
- Fully transferable lifetime warranty on manufacturing defects, with no registration needed. Repairs and shipping are covered for the first 90 days. After that the owner pays shipping. Some components carry shorter coverage: tubes, capacitors, resistors, reverb tanks and Weber speakers 90 days, transformers 1 year and Eminence speakers 7 years. Warranty work must be done by Headstrong or an approved repair shop.
- How long is the wait for Headstrong Amplifiers gear?
- Current lead time: 2 to 4 months.