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We're home to vacuum tube based amplifier, preamplifier and headphone amplifier kits, speaker kits, finished high end tube audio products, and one of the finest support communities on the web.

Bottlehead chassis, wood bases and speaker cabinets, transformers, and even that nifty little Bottlehead badge are all made to order in the USA.

The majority of Bottlehead kit builders are first timers – and many go on to build an entire system!

Come join the ranks of DIY audiophiles and find out how much better your system can sound when you invest your money in excellent design and high parts quality without having to pay for factory assembly. The Bottlehead Forum has hundreds of members ready to answer questions and offer support to your first kit build.

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What does a Bottlehead manual look like?

What does a Bottlehead manual look like?

Bottlehead has a reputation for detailed, easy-to-follow manuals that help builders of all skill levels assemble their kits with ease. We consider these manuals part of our secret sauce so we don't make them available prior to purchase. However, we're...

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Tube rolling in the Bottlehead Crack

Tube rolling in the Bottlehead Crack

Which tubes can a Bottlehead Crack use to change its sound signature? Read on to find out.

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What do I need to build my own Bottlehead kit?

What do I need to build my own Bottlehead kit?

Wondering what it takes to get started? We put together a handy list of equipment and tools that you'll need to successfully build a Bottlehead kit.

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