Randall Amplifiers Announces Kirk Hammett Limited Edition Half Stack

Randall Amplifiers Announces Kirk Hammett Limited Edition Half Stack

Solid Maple Cabinetry, Chrome Hardware and Custom Paint Job Highlight Highly Coveted Head and Cabinet

CHICAGO, March 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Randall Amplifiers, paving the way for rockers worldwide, today announced the Kirk Hammett Limited Edition Half Stack. The highly collectable half stack features solid maple cabinetry, chrome hardware and custom paint job. The limited run of Kirk Hammett gear is the perfect centerpiece for any accomplished recording studio or rehearsal space.

The exclusive Kirk Hammett stack includes a 4 x 12" cabinet, 100W power-tube head and signature MTS modules to enable musicians everywhere to attain Kirk's legendary tones. The custom gear arrives painted in a black-burst color scheme complete with polyurethane finish. The end result is a visually stunning half stack that fully captures the defining sounds of Metallica's legendary guitarist.

"The Kirk Hammett Limited Edition Half Stack is a seminal event in the history of Randall Amplifiers," said David Karon, Artist Relations Manager at Randall Amplifiers. "By working tirelessly with Kirk for over a full year, we have produced the ultimate head and cab for musicians worldwide. Every detail of the half stack bears his unique touch, right down to his handwriting on the preamps. The unparalleled attention to every nuance of this dream rig solidifies Randall Amplifiers as an unrivaled leader in both custom designs and flawless tones."

The Limited Edition Half Stack complements the full line of Kirk Hammett Signature Series products, which includes MTS modules, all-tube heads, as well as power tubes, all to enable musicians everywhere to attain his flawless sound. Kirk worked intimately with Randall to ensure that all aspects of the products, from the look and feel of the heads and amps to the distinct tones of each MTS module, were up to the standards of rock's legendary guitarist.

Additional Limited Edition Kirk Hammett Half Stack Features:

-- Pre-loaded with KH1, KH2, and KH3 MTS modules
o KH1 -- Classic clean tone
o KH2 -- Signature rhythm tone
o KH3 -- Legendary high-gain rhythm
-- Easily replace power tubes with user-friendly power-tube bias
-- MIDI In/Thru for easy switching between pre-amp modules
-- Master volume, presence, and density controls
-- Parallel loop with front panel mix control
-- Series loop

Pricing and Availability

The Kirk Hammett Limited Edition Half Stack retails for $9,999.90 and is available at exclusive Randall dealers. To locate a participating Randall dealer, please visit http://www.randallamplifiers.com/khltd.

About Randall Amplifiers

Randall Amplifiers, paving the way for rockers worldwide, are played by today's leading bands, including Metallica, Anthrax, Disturbed, Kiss and Mudvayne. Located near Chicago, Illinois, Randall Amplifiers is owned by U.S. Music Corp. the corporate parent for world-recognized brands including Washburn Guitars, Parker Guitars, Eden Amplifiers, Sound Tech Professional Audio, Oscar Schmidt and Lyon Musical Instruments. For more information on Randall Amplifiers, go to http://www.randallamplifiers.com/.

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