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.
Custom refers to instruments or gear that are specially made or modified to meet a player’s specific preferences and requirements. Custom guitars, amps, or pedals often feature unique designs, upgraded components, or personalised aesthetics that set them apart from standard production models. This category is ideal for musicians looking for one-of-a-kind equipment tailored to their playing style, sound, and look, offering greater attention to detail, craftsmanship, and exclusivity.
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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Wattage: This RockJam electric guitar amplifier is a true 20watt RMS amp, ideal for both practicing and small performances Equaliser: With a three-band equaliser, Bass, Treble & Middle you can balance the output of your amp according to your playing style and environment Guitar Amplifier With Effects: With both overdrive and gain functions, this gu…
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6” SPEAKER WITH “WHIZZER” CONE: For more effective high-frequency response, the Acoustasonic 40 bears the unusual distinction of being the only Fender guitar amp to use a “whizzer” cone—a small supplementary speaker cone attached to the voice coil of the amps 6” speaker. BUILT-IN REVERB: For extra ambience, the Acoustasonic 40’s instrument channel …
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【MULTI-ROOM MUSIC】: Enjoy seamless audio throughout your home with this hi-fi amplifier. This audio amplifier supports multiple speakers in a wired system, allowing you to listen or dance to the same track in nearly every room from virtually any source or device you choose. 【8-CHANNEL HIGH POWER AMPLIFIER】: Experience robust performance with 100W p…
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Ultra-compact headphone amplifier system for studio and stage applications 4 independent stereo high-power amplifier sections Highest audio quality with virtually all types of headphones even at maximum volume Phones Level control per channel DC 12 V adapter included
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【Multi functional four channel headphone amplifier】 This four channel amplifier has four independent stereo high-power amplifier sections, each with a separate volume knob for output, allowing up to four people to listen to the mix for recording production, live music practice, and live music playback. Furthermore, maybe a great gift for father’s d…
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