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9/21/2019

Due to the declining guitar amplifier business I sadly had to make the decision to essentially shut down any new production of amplifiers and had to take a full time job outside of the business. I didn't want to completely close the business, but I am currently only able to support valid warranty work at this time. With the exception of a small number of outstanding orders that will be delivered in the very near future , no new amplifiers will be built at the present time. This will hopefully change in the future once time permits.
I appreciate all the support and the many friends I have made in the last 15 years and hopefully will get the chance to work with you again in the future.

21st September 2019.

9 Comments

Chip Rideout

10/27/2019 12:28:51 pm

Sorry to hear of the decline in business and your recent decision to close your operations. CarolAnn amplifiers are some of the top amp in the world and would saddened to know CarolAnn’s are no longer available.
Best of luck and hope things turnaround for you and CarolAnn!
Regards,
Chip Rideout

Alan Phillips

10/27/2019 01:29:04 pm

Thanks Chip, appreciate the support. Its not totally closed. I have left the business open, then if I decide to continue I can, plus there's still some work and warranties to support.

RLP

11/7/2019 12:01:59 pm

Same here. Wish you all the bets and sincerely hope that things take a turn for the best.
Cheers

Dan Fontana

11/26/2019 07:57:52 pm

Alan, just a short note to tell you that I think you are one of the finest amplifier builder the business has known. Your amplifiers are truly outstanding and world class! I myself own a Texas Fifty which is simply outrageous for rock and blues. I hope you get trough this period and are able to continue special release amplifiers in the future. Best of luck to you and your family and Happy Thanksgiving!

PAT IANNONE

12/5/2019 09:59:18 pm

Dear Alan,
Sorry to hear your sales have fallen off, but I know times are hard for many of us. I will say it is a pleasure getting to know you and your products as I have owned several. Your customer service and customer relations are the best in the industry. My best to you moving forward.
Regards
Pat

Will

1/9/2020 07:29:42 am

Hi, sorry to bother you. I’ve been after a 1x12 cab for a while and have found a shop that has an extension cab 1x12. Were these built to the same specs as the main cab itself? Thanks for the help

Jay Jordan

2/2/2020 08:49:22 pm

Technology and compromise in tone for ease of use seem to be the order of the day, not to mention young people would rather hear a boom box than skilled musicians actually play a song. My OD3r is the best amp I've ever owned and a keeper for a lifetime!

Rick Park

8/23/2020 12:11:48 pm

My Carol Ann Tucana 3 is a classic, and one I think will be compared to Dumbles and the like in time. I was very sad to learn that new amps had ceased not long after I discovered how great they are! Late to the party, as usual, but I am glad to say I have one example of Alan's amazing and inventive work.

I sincerely wish you well, Mr P, and even more sincerely hope to see you making amps again in the future. The business is certainly lessened for having lost your creations from the store shelves.

Rick

Donald Hall

11/18/2020 11:04:51 pm

So sorry to hear this Alan... you built me a OD2R with EL34’s... it was stunning. I foolishly parted with it. Was hoping to rejoin the Carol Ann family. Best of luck

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