Write-ups & reviews

Read the latest write-ups, reviews and coverage of Colson of York’s handmade analogue guitar amplifiers.

Emily’s new home

From the buyer:

I played my guitar through the amp today with the band. It sounded and felt great! Photo attached.

Thanks for such a great amp. Great to play it.

I played my guitar through the amp today with the band. It sounded and felt great! Photo attached.

An interview with Mag North

Colin Petch of Mag North dropped by my workshop in late June 2026. I’d only just launched Colson of York a few weeks before.

We talked about analogue guitar amplifiers, Yorkshire hardwoods, the story behind The Three Sisters of Ainsty, and why I wanted to build something physical, local and made to last.

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The precursor to Colson of York: A01

After years of experimenting with digital and analogue amplifiers, I built my first saleable prototype, A01, which I sold in 2025.

From the buyer:

This is a great looking amp with lovely tones, it’s a boutique piece of art!

Amazing amp maker, highly recommended!

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Availability

The Three Sisters of Ainsty are now available to purchase. Each amplifier is completely unique and supplied with a record of origin, owner’s notes and build details.

Collection from near York is welcome. I can also arrange fully insured delivery anywhere across the UK.