New Randall RT Series reviewed in Guitarist

"A pair of good options for hard rock and metal players"

The new Randall RT Series is an extremely flexible and affordable, all tube group of 50 and 100 watt guitar amplifiers. These amps excel at classic hard rock and modern metal tones while looking exceedingly cool on stage with their inner blue glow. Guitarist magazine this month review the Randall RT50C 1x12 combo and RT100H head.

"Overall, both amps give a pretty good impression at this price point; they're robust and neatly finished, and should handle regular pub and club gigging without any issues".

"Both amps fire into life without undue hum and hiss; the clean channel has a nice Fender-inspired warmth at lower gain settings and pushes into a mild overdrive as you turn the gain control up".

"The overdrive channel delivers a thick, creamy distortion with a quite distinct edge that sounds good for hard rock and metal..."

"Definitely aimed at the modern rock and metal end of the market, both the combo and head should prove ideal for players after a decent quality valve amp at an affordable price".

If you want to get that modern USA metal sound, the Randall RT Series is definitely worth a try".

To read the full review, pick up the March 2011 Issue (Issue 339) of Guitarist magazine on sale now. The Randall RT50C and RT100H are available now at £670 and £835 RRP respectively.

Further Links

• Randall RT Series
• Monsters of High Gain - Randall RT 100 Video (Courtesy of Premier Guitar)
• Guitarist Magazine

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Randall announces RG8040 solid-state combo, an homage to original RG80

Randall proudly debuts the 40th anniversary RG8040 combo amplifier, a groundbreaking homage to the ‘Randall Sound’. Based on the historic RG80, the Randall amp that helped define and establish a legacy of killer tone and brutal volume, this 75 watt solid state amp is reliable, affordable and most importantly, great sounding. Like the RG80, it is a 1x12 combo that is small in size but big in volume!

The heart of the RG80 is the FET based preamp. This classic, and often mimicked, Randall circuit sounds unlike any other solid-state amp in that it reacts with your guitar in a similar sonic characteristic as does a tube, thus creating a unique dynamic that has the depth and tonal complexity that flat-sounding modeling amps cannot achieve. The other key component is the new 100w “DIAVLO” Speaker. This high-powered proprietary speaker was specially voiced for the RG8040 to handle high volume in a small cabinet and break up nice when pushed.

The RG8040 is equipped with a clean channel with Gain, Bright switch, overdrive boost and volume, a distortion channel with separate volume and enough gain that only the brave will engage the ‘secret’ boost function. A global 3 Band EQ with presence control, bass boost and Midrange scoop lets one carve out any tonal option. Many very practical features also complement the amp including XLR Direct out with Ground Lift, Effect loop, Stereo Media input, headphone output and foot-switchable channels, boost and reverb. Attach any extension cabinet, such as the DIAVLO RD112 to turn this combo amp into an impressive stack.

The RG8040 anniversary combo amplifier will be available in Q2 2011 priced at just £249 RRP inc VAT.

For more information please contact Randall's UK distributor Sound Technology Ltd on 01462 480000 or visit www.soundtech.co.uk/randall

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Randall introduces all-tube Diavlo Series

Randall proudly announces the release of its new, all-tube Diavlo Series. Available in a 50-watt combo (RD50C), 50-watt head (RD50H), and 12” extension cabinet (RD112), the Diavlo Series is sure to satisfy even the most critical player’s tonal needs.

Photo above: Randall RD50C Diavlo combo

Photo above: Randall RD50 Half-stack

From chiming cleans to intense leads, the Diavlo Series amplifiers delivers almost any tone. For example, in the clean channel players can achieve a crisp sound perfect for rhythm playing. But, put the amp into the overdrive channel and listen to these 50-watt amps scream. Unlike many amplifiers, the Diavlo Series offers a boost function that works in both the clean and overdrive channels; the boost turns the clean channel into crunch and the overdrive channel into a roaring beast!

Aside from the two channels that offer incredible tonal diversity, the Diavlo Series has more secrets waiting to be discovered. An adjustable spring reverb knob on the back allows players to further enhance their tone. In addition, the series comes equipped with a 4-band EQ that includes treble, bass, middle, and presence. The power section comes equipped with EL34’s but will accommodate and pair of 6L6s, 6550s, 6CA7s, 5881s, KT88s, and more!

The RD112 closed back cab and RD50C combo come equipped with the new RD12508 ‘Diavlo’ Speaker. Specially voiced for the Diavlo Series, this speaker will break up nicely when pushed, but still hold together at high volumes.

The Randall Diablo series will ship in Q2 2011 priced at £499 RRP inc VAT for the RD50C combo, £399 RRP inc VAT for the RD50H head and £169 RRP inc VAT for the RD112 cab.

For more information please contact Randall's UK distributor Sound Technology Ltd on 01462 480000 or visit www.soundtech.co.uk/randall

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Randall Amplifiers ship new all-tube RT Series amps

Randall Amplifiers and UK/ROI distributor Sound Technology Ltd announces immediate UK shipping of the new RT Series of all tube guitar amplifiers. The series is pro calibre and at a price point that would normally be considered solid state territory. It offers novices and solid state fans the opportunity to step into the world of real tube tone. The series includes three heads, the RT100H, RT503H & RT50H and one combo, the RT50C. RT Series cabs will follow later this year.

The RT100H is a 3 channel, 100 Watt head with reverb and the RT503H is a 50 watt version. Both heads feature one clean channel and two overdrive channels. The RT50H is a 2 channel, 50 watt head with reverb featuring one clean and one overdrive channel.

The RT50C is a 50 watt, 2 channel, 1x12 combo amp featuring the same electronics as the RT50 head and a 12” Celestion® speaker all in one portable package.

What really sets these amps apart from other tube amps is the power tube bias test points. No longer do guitarists have to purchase matched sets of tubes. The user-friendly power tube bias section on the back allows the user to replace, bias & match the tubes themselves with just an inexpensive volt meter available at any electronics store.

Amplifier Common Features:
• 50 or 100 (RT100H) watts RMS
• Foot switchable channels & reverb
• Effects loop
• External speaker output
• Power tube bias test points
• Footswitch included

The RT100H head is £835 SRP ex VAT, the RT503H head is £715 ex VAT, the RT50H head is £590 SRP ex VAT, the RT50C combo is £670 SRP ex VAT. All are available now.

For more information please call Sound Technology Ltd on 01462 480000 or visit www.randallamplifiers.com

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Nuno Bettencourt joins Rihanna for world tour

Guitar virtuoso, Nuno Bettencourt, has joined forces with Rihanna and will be her 2010 world tour lead guitarist. The unexpected combination of Grammy Award winning R&B artist, Rihanna, and Rock guitarist, Nuno Bettencourt, has in fact become what Nuno says, "A great opportunity to blend our talents to create a high energy experience".

Nuno is best known for his work in the multiplatinum rock band Extreme, where they were Grammy nominated for their Billboard Chart topping hit, "More Than Words". Nuno has worked on many other projects including, multiple solo albums, film scores and has also worked with notable artists such as Janet Jackson, Perry Farrell, Robert Palmer and many others.

Streaming Live from London, November 16, Rihanna and Nuno will be performing tracks from her album, Rated R, to a free online audience. Join in on the largest free music event of the year at
http://nowplaying.nokia.com/join-us/. Rihanna's latest album drops November 23rd.

More information:
http://www.soundtech.co.uk/washburn/news/nuno-bettencourt-rihanna-washburn-randall

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Randall V2 in T3 Magazine

“...cranks its bells and whistles to squeeze the very best out of your cherished axe”.

In a feature entitled 'Tech Portals: Five gadgets that show you their inner workings' the Randall V2 amplifier gets full-page coverage in this month's T3 Magazine.

Read more at:
http://www.soundtech.co.uk/randall/news/randall-v2-in-t3-magazine

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'Plug and Play': Guitar Buyer investigate the Randall MTS Series

Quickly becoming an industry standard, the Randall MTS Series is now the amp for the pro session player, gigging musician, studio engineer or producer, in fact anybody who wants to build their own amp with their own choice of clean, rhythm, and hi-gain tone for a complete custom set-up. Guitar Buyer Magazine this month includes a review of the RM50 combo in the brand new Black Palomino finish. Also under the spotlight are the Tweed, Top Boost, Treadplate and KH-2 modules with an in-dept test of the Blackface and XTC modules.

"Not only are we impressed by the genuine change in character that the various preamp modules bring with them, but the scale and quality of these sounds is also thoroughly convincing. Through the Randall, our test guitar – a Fender American Standard Telecaster with Bare Knuckle pickups – took on a new life. Everything sounds bigger and glistens with extra sparkle and presence".

More information:
http://www.soundtech.co.uk/randall/news/randall-rm50-review-guitar-buyer-magazine

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Gus G recruited as Ozzy Osbourne's new Guitarist

All the rumours were true: Randall signature artist Gus G. performed with Ozzy Osbourne on Saturday August 22nd, at the Anaheim Convention Center as part of the closing ceremonies at BizzCon "09!

Due to Zakk Wylde's current touring committments with Black Label Society and Mike Bordin's ongoing reunion tour with Faith No More, Ozzy played with guitarist and Randall signature artist, Gus G, and drummer, Tommy Clueftos for this special performance. They were joined by current Osbourne band members, Blasko (bass) and Adam Wakeman (keyboards).

Read more at:

http://www.soundtech.co.uk/randall/news/ozzy-osbourne-recruits-gus-g

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