Since 1986 we have been creating custom instruments, amplifiers and horn speakers one at a time in our Chicago shop. Each Specimen is handmade using traditional techniques and innovative design.
We also provide expert repair service and teach classes in guitar building, guitar setup and repair, and tube amp building.
LATEST PRESS
January 13, 2012Pop Matters read more » December 12 , 2011
WBEZ Interview / Video read more » December 2011
Chicago Magazine read more »
A new Tube Amp Building Weekend Seminar is now open for enrollment. Build your own tube amp in three days.
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Andrew Bird & Ian Schneller’s Sonic Arboretum exhibit is at MCA Chicago December 6-31, 2011.
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A beautifully elegant design, our single-ended stereo hi-fi amp is perfectly suited for your home stereo system.
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Specimen’s Little Horn Speakers turn the audio world upside down.
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Working on new Specimen custom aluminum guitars. Stay tuned for another Esquire and Ukulele!
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