For years, players have coveted the rich, responsive tones of Benson amplifiers. Now, in a landmark collaboration with Milkman Sound, that coveted sound is available in its most versatile form yet: Milkman Sound Benson The Amp. This hand-built unit places the exact signature preamp from Chris Benson’s legendary Chimera and Monarch amplifiers into an all-in-one portable powerhouse.
More than just a preamp pedal, Benson The Amp is a complete amplification solution. It can drive a speaker cabinet with up to 100 watts into 8 ohms while simultaneously offering studio-ready direct outputs. The magic lies in its meticulously voiced cab sim, crafted by Chris Benson himself to replicate the character of his own ceramic speakers. A unique Room control adds subtle early reflections, creating a lifelike sense of space whether you’re recording via the balanced XLR output or playing silently through the robust headphone amp.
At its heart, it delivers the full spectrum of classic tube amp tones—from sparkling cleans and saturated edge-of-breakup to full-bodied overdrive. An internal 24dB boost provides an immediate midrange push for solos, while classic spring reverb adds depth and dimension.
Handbuilt in California, Benson The Amp isn’t just an emulation; it’s the authentic world of Benson amplification, distilled into the ultimate grab-and-go format for stage, studio, and silent practice.
