An amp, short for amplifier, is a crucial piece of equipment that boosts the signal from your guitar or other instruments, allowing you to control volume and shape your tone. Guitar amps come in various styles, including valve (tube), solid-state, and digital modelling, each offering unique sound characteristics. Whether you’re practicing at home, recording in the studio, or playing live, the right amp can make all the difference in achieving your desired sound—from clean and crisp to rich overdrive and distortion.
A cabinet, often referred to as a speaker cabinet, is a standalone enclosure that houses one or more speakers. It is used in conjunction with an amplifier head to produce sound in an electric guitar setup.
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.
Your speaker is where tone becomes reality. Whether you’re upgrading a combo amp, building a custom cab, or chasing a specific vintage vibe, the speaker plays a huge role in your overall sound. Different sizes, wattages, and cone materials all affect how your guitar or bass comes through – from tight and focused to warm and woody, bright or balanced. We stock trusted models from Celestion, Eminence, Jensen and more, so whether it’s British crunch or American sparkle you’re after, you’ll find the right voice for your tone.
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Marshall Amplification is a British company famous for its iconic guitar amplifiers and effects pedals. Founded in 1962 by Jim Marshall in London, the brand quickly became a favourite among legendary guitarists for its powerful, distinctive sound. Marshall amps helped define the classic rock tone and remain popular across many genres today. The company offers a wide range of amplifier models, from vintage-inspired designs to modern versatile units, maintaining a strong reputation for quality and innovation in the music industry.
£229.00
Designed specifically for the Vox MV50 compact valve amp series but will work well with any head amplifier to provide sound that exceeds its size The cab has a Celestion V-type 12-inch speaker providing a well-balanced sound from the low to the high ranges The semi-open-back with an oval port ensures tight low-frequency sound giving an overall “for…
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£49.99
Hear every note: Your home audio experience is just about to get better. ROXEL RBS 300 Shelf speaker gives you neutral and accurate sound signature with excellent vocal clarity. It delivers extended bass response with low distortion Carbon fibre Woofer: Roxel RBS 300 shelf speaker produces powerful, full-impact sound. Armed with a 4 inch carbon fib…
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A high quality SoundLAB PA speaker. Made from high grade materials this product features a high temperature voice coil, treated paper cone, cloth edge, pressed steal basket and push on terminals. This product is ideal for general PA and disco speaker cabinets.
£209.99 £179.14
Custom high-efficiency drivers High impact moulded cabinet with side and top handles. Power handling : max 600W Impedance 8 Ohms Connection 2 x SPK socket
£213.41
Hard wearing polyurea coated Wooden cabinet 35mm pole mount socket and M8 flying points Custom designed high power, Low & High Frequency drivers Power handling : max 500W Enclosure tuned to deliver an all around balanced frequency
