Amplifiers

Sonic Farm’s latest creation is a processor and amplifier designed to cater for every possible bass guitar recording scenario.

Miktek have launched a brace of headphone amps that can feed four sets of headphones, or two. The decision is yours...

This affordable studio- and stage-friendly amp boasts extra-wide stereo effects, a looper, and direct-to-DAW USB recording.

Insanely tweakable, and promising the ability to mimic your own amp, could this be the last word in amp modelling?

Schertler are no strangers to the art of amplifying stringed instruments, and their latest designs don’t disappoint.

Can an amp like this be all things to all people? Blackstar have tried very hard to make it so!

Offering flawless audio quality, could these prove the perfect partner to your high-end passive monitors?

A Fender Tweed Deluxe with a significantly lower noise floor — what’s not to like?

Why do we need a ‘68 model of this classic amp when Fender already have a ‘65 in the range?

With a valve power-amp stage, a DSP modelled preamp and effects section, and direct-to-computer recording, this amp is brimming with promise. Can it deliver?

Cornell are well known for their boutique guitar amps, but they've come up with a new twist...

Fishman have taken their popular Loudbox 100 and given it a fresh lick of paint, more powerful amplifiers and a welcome new effects section.

Can a 1W tube amp really deliver a recordable tone? Blackstar think it can...

A brief guide to what factors should be considered when choosing replacement speakers for your guitar amps.

Two very handy 'accessories' come under scrutiny: PJB's Bass Buddy, a Bass Guitar Recording DI Box, and from Little Labs their STD Instrument Cable Extender.

 Line 6 have extended their reach into the bass amplifier market with the Low Down series, the smallest and most portable of which is the LD150.

If you're under the impression that Class-D amplifiers are just 'three letters worse' than Class-A models, think again: Class-D technology is making an increasing impact on the live sound world by offering more power with less weight than ever before. We find out how and why...

This traditionally-designed mixer/amp packs quite a punch, with 1400W of power under the hood, and also boasts very sturdy construction and built-in digital effects.

AER's Acousticube has been at the pinnacle of acoustic instrument amps since 1992. Does the latest revision live up to the legacy?

The ART Head Amp provides simple headphone monitoring for several performers. It's built into a small folded-steel...

The Vetta II amp range embodies the most sophisticated implementation of Line 6's guitar amp modelling technology to date. It delivers more amp models than the original Vetta, offers more user control of the sounds, and it also features an optional digital interface for use with the Variax Digital Modelling Guitar. Second opinion by former Be Bop Deluxe guitarist Bill Nelson.