Ampeg: The Story Behind the Sound tells the tale of this extraordinary company on its 50th anniversary; weaving together the American success story of the company founder; the role of key inventors and inventions; and the development of innovative music equipment products – all against the backgrounds of American pop music and corporate competition in the music industry. Many Ampeg endorsees are profiled; including: Johnny Smith; James Jamerson; Donald “Duck” Dunn; Gary Karr; Victor Wooten; Bill Wyman; Jason Newsted; Michael Anthony and more. The result provides something of interest to musicians; collectors; and those who lived part of the history. Includes more than 200 photos and a 32-page color section. 288 pages; 8 1/2″ x 11″

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