100w (100 watts) typically refers to the power output of an amplifier. In guitar gear, a 100-watt valve amp is known for its headroom, volume, and punch, often used in larger venues or for heavy rock and metal tones. It delivers more clean volume before distortion compared to lower wattage amps, which means it stays clearer at higher volumes. However, it can be overkill for small rooms or home use unless it’s paired with an attenuator or run through a reactive load and cab sim. High wattage doesn’t always mean better tone—it just offers a different kind of dynamic range and stage presence.
A 1×12 (pronounced “one by twelve”) refers to a guitar or bass amplifier cabinet that contains one 12-inch speaker. It’s a common size for both combo amps and speaker cabinets, offering a balance between portability and full-bodied sound. A 1×12 setup is often favoured for its warm tone, focused projection, and manageable size—ideal for small gigs, studio sessions, or home use.
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.
A combo amp is a guitar amplifier that combines both the amplifier head and speaker(s) into a single, portable unit. This all-in-one design makes combo amps convenient for practice, recording, and gigging without needing separate components. They come in a variety of sizes and power levels, from small practice models to powerful stage-ready amps. Combo amps offer versatility and ease of use, making them popular among guitarists of all levels.
Guitar amps are essential for shaping and amplifying your sound, whether you’re playing electric, acoustic, or bass guitar. They come in various types—valve (tube), solid-state, and digital modelling—each offering different tonal characteristics and features. From compact practice amps to powerful stage-ready combos and heads with matching cabs, this category covers all your amplification needs. We stock a wide range from trusted brands, offering everything from clean tones to all-out distortion, perfect for home practice, recording, or live performance.
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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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No fuss 30W analogue amplifier with ‘Tape’ echo effect, perfect for beginners or for players wanting a great sounding amp with no fuss. Simple to use design for natural sounding clean and overdrive tones Patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) tone control for the ultimate in user sound customisation. Clean channel Bright switch adds high-end frequen…
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No fuss 30W analogue amplifier with ‘Tape’ echo effect, perfect for beginners or for players wanting a great sounding amp with no fuss. Simple to use design for natural sounding clean and overdrive tones Patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) tone control for the ultimate in user sound customisation. Clean channel Bright switch adds high-end frequen…
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Simple to use, all-analogue design for clean and overdrive tones the perfect amplifier for beginners Patented ISF Tone control (Infinite Shape Feature) control so you can dial in any tone Stereo Playback of MP3/Line Source makes Debut perfect for listening to music, gaming, movies, and backing track Headphone and speaker emulated output for silent …
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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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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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