When I gig as a solo acoustic blues guitarist and vocalist, I usually take a small amp. But there are some instances, like when I play for crowds of more than 100 people, when the amp doesn’t quite cut it. Because of this I became intrigued with the idea of using powered speakers, instead of an amp, in situations where I need enough volume to fill up the space.
Trace's Transit-A packs practically everything an acoustic guitarist needs before going into a PA system into a compact unit that weighs around 2.5 pounds.
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Fishman raises the bar and lowers the weight with this flexible component system
This amp packs a lot of power into a small package.
Think Fender and your mind fills with images of Stratocasters, Telecasters, and a wide array of tube-driven electric-guitar amplifiers. However, of late, Fender has been busy developing several lines of acoustic amplification that range in price from $99 to $999, offering options for every level of player.
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Intended for use with everything from vocals to upright bass to banjo to acoustic guitar, the Bud is a user-friendly amp with a rich range of sounds.
Two new lightweight digital amps with robust power and lush effects.
There are some critical variations to AER's standard Compact 60 design that make the TE edition noteworthy
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The ToneWoodAmp is an affordable, cutting-edge product that serves the traditional needs of the performing guitarist. It belongs in every guitarist’s toolbox.
The Compact 60/3 is virtually interchangeable with the previous version, the trusty AER Compact 60.
Fender’s Acoustasonic 90 amplifier weighs in at a mere 18 pounds, but has a brawny voice and a wide range of sound-shaping capabilities. It’s a smart choice for the portable guitarist.
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This 25-pound amp delivers plenty of clean sound and volume, with a compelling array of features
JazzKat’s TomKat has long been a favorite of jazz guitarists, but now that the cat’s out of the bag, it should earn its devotees in the steel-string world.
It's the perfect little amp for the guitarist on the go.
Updates to the AER Compact 60/3 were focused on making it more open, dynamic, and modern sounding.
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With battery or external power options, powerful software effects, and a small footprint, this amp has a lot of potential for home practice sessions, in the studio, or even for a house concert or quiet gig.
With a dedicated guitar channel featuring three types of guitar modeling and four electric amp models, along with a separate vocal input, and a 1/8-inch input for CD or MP3 players, the Passport Mini offers a ton of flexibility within its diminutive 7.25-pound package
A powerful yet compact acoustic amp with four flexible channels.
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Acoustic solo or small-combo acts will find plenty of use for it in everything from house concerts to cafés to small clubs.
The Loudbox Artist replaces the older Loudbox 100, bringing slightly more power, some subtle changes in features, and a redesigned appearance.
Fender had long been a revered name in electric guitar amplification when the company introduced its Acoustasonic line of acoustic guitar amplifiers in the mid-1990s. These excellent-sounding, smartly priced models finally granted acoustic guitarists access to what electric players enjoyed about Fender amps: consistently great sound in roadworthy packages. Building on…
