An amplifier, or amp, is a device that boosts the electrical signal from your guitar to produce sound through speakers. It plays a crucial role in shaping your tone and controlling volume. Amplifiers come in various types, including valve (tube), solid-state, and digital modelling, each offering different sound characteristics. Whether used for practice, recording, or live performance, an amp helps bring your guitar’s voice to life with clarity, power, and personality.
Guitar amps and cabs are just as crucial to a guitarist’s tone as the guitar itself. Amplifiers shape the sound—whether it’s clean and warm, crunchy and bluesy, or full-on distortion for rock and metal. They come in two main types: combo amps, which include both the amp and speaker in one unit, and amp heads, which are paired with separate cabinets (cabs) to project the sound.
Cabs come in various sizes, like 1×12, 2×12, or the mighty 4×12, each delivering different tone and feel. Speakers, cabinet wood, and even open vs closed backs all influence the sound. Matching the right amp and cab gives players control over their dynamics, tone, and presence—whether you’re playing in your bedroom, a studio, or on a festival stage.
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Blackstar Amplification is a British company founded in 2007 by former Marshall engineers with a vision to create versatile and high-quality guitar amplifiers and effects pedals. Known for blending the warmth of classic valve amps with modern technology, Blackstar offers features such as tone-shaping controls and power management, allowing musicians to tailor their sound and volume for any setting. Their product range includes everything from compact practice amps to powerful stage-ready models, making them popular with beginners and professionals alike. Trusted by many notable artists, Blackstar continues to innovate while maintaining a reputation for reliable, great-sounding gear.
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Compact 100-watt amp pedal that turns any pedalboard into a performance-ready setup High-headroom design delivers full output even at 16 Ohms for maximum power Five distinct power valve responses (KT88, 6L6, EL34, 6V6, EL84) for versatile tonal options Power reduction switch allows you to choose between 100W, 20W, or 1W for optimal performance USB-…
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Guitarist-friendly controls combined with the power of programmability for an amazingly versatile tonal range from pristine clean to high gain Live streaming made easy using a TRRS 3.5mm cable for input/output live streaming to a compatible device (i.e. iPhone, Android phone) CabRig Lite is our next-generation Cab Simulator, with user-configurable …
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Simple to use, all-analogue design for natural sounding clean and overdrive tones. Gorgeous vintage cream and ox-blood styling using premium covering, fret and hardware. Patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) control so you can dial in any tone. Unique 'tape' echo effect built-in makes playing a pleasure. Stereo playback of MP3/Line in source makes …
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Bluetooth connectivity on the ID:CORE V4 Stereo 10 Bluetooth model for wireless music playback. Guitarist-friendly controls combined with the power of programmability for an amazingly versatile tonal range from pristine clean to high gain Live streaming made easy using a TRRS 3.5mm cable for input/output live streaming to a compatible device (i.e. …
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