Industry Apr 16, 2026

UK Amp Pioneer Lyndon Laney Dies at 77

Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi leads tributes to the founder of Laney Amplification, whose tube amps give helped birth heavy metal – and who also had a connection with Led Zeppelin, too

Originally published by MusicRadar
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UK Amp Pioneer Lyndon Laney Dies at 77

Lyndon Laney, founder of Laney Amplification and a pioneer in UK amplification, has passed away at the age of 77. Laney's tube amplifiers are credited with playing a role in the emergence of heavy metal music. He also had a connection with the band Led Zeppelin. Originally reported by MusicRadar.