United States · Est. 1968
Randall Amplifiers
The most powerful solid-state amplifiers in metal. Dimebag Darrell and Kirk Hammett built their touring tones around Randall, famous for aggression and reliability.
About the brand
Randall Amplifiers was founded in 1968 by Don Randall — the same Don Randall who had been president of Fender Sales Corporation in the 1950s and 60s. After leaving Fender, Randall founded his own amplifier company with a different focus: high-powered solid-state amplifiers designed for rock and metal.
Dimebag Darrell of Pantera was Randall's most prominent endorser during the 1990s. The sound of Pantera — the extreme metal tone that defines groove metal of the era — was built around Randall RG100ES modules and Century 200 heads. Kirk Hammett of Metallica also used Randall on some tours. The brand became synonymous with high gain without the maintenance problems of valves.
Randall continues to produce both solid-state and valve amplifiers, with the Thrasher line and Dimebag Darrell signature models. The company has gone through several owners and today operates under the Loud Audio umbrella.
Key facts
- Founded in 1968 by Don Randall, former president of Fender Sales
- Dimebag Darrell of Pantera built his iconic tone with Randall
- Reference for solid-state high gain in metal
- Kirk Hammett of Metallica also used Randall on tours
Iconic models
RG100
One of Randall's first high-power solid-state amplifiers, establishing the brand's reputation for reliability and powerful sound.
Century 200
A 200-watt solid-state amplifier that became Dimebag Darrell's favourite in his early years, fundamental in the creation of the thrash and groove metal sound.
MTS Series
A revolutionary modular system that allows swapping valve preamp modules to adapt the tone to any musical style.
KH120
A 120-watt combo designed in collaboration with Kirk Hammett of Metallica, featuring high gain and Randall's characteristic punch.