Category: Amps & Cabinets

Building a 5E3 kit is a meticulous process that requires a lot of time, patience, and quite a bit of cash. However, the results are rewarding, but you should be prepared for myriads of trials and errors. Since amp-building is a massively broad term, we’re going to focus on Fender’s Tweed Deluxe ’57, or more…

The Fender Deluxe Reverb broke new ground when it was released in the early ‘60s, incorporating a spring reverb directly into their already popular Fender Deluxe amplifier. This helped to usher in the era of guitar effects and changed the sound of rock guitar forever. Fender has reissued the Deluxe Reverb at various points since…

When it comes to subwoofer boxes, weight is going to be a very important thing to consider. In the world of after-market car audio equipment, the subwoofer is likely to be the heaviest piece of the puzzle. Some subwoofers can weigh 100 pounds or more, including both the box and the internal components. You can…

Fifteen inch guitar speakers are less common than amps with 8, 10, or 12 inches in diameter. This goes for both combo amps and amp head with cabinet formations. But aside from these standards, you’ll also find some pretty “unconventional” choices—such as, as we’ve mentioned, 15-inch speakers. Although you don’t see them that often, they…

If you use your keyboard for basslines, a dedicated keyboard amp might not give you the full, rich bass you need. Getting a bass amp can give you that low-end power you’re looking for. The key is to look for one that also gives you clear front-end articulation so you don’t lose the definition on…

Getting the right guitar amp for funk is great idea since nothing gets a crowd dancing quite like a funky groove. The key to a good funk guitar sound is a balanced, crisp clean channel with the right EQ. Unlike rock or metal, most funk players want a pretty transparent amp sound. In fact, many…

Getting a power amp for your unpowered Kemper is a great way to get the most out of it. Most people look for something that’s both affordable and relatively lightweight, so it doesn’t add too much to your load when you travel to gigs. It’s also key to get an amp that provides the right…

The 2×12 and 4×12 cab sizes are both popular options among gigging guitarists, and when you’re ready to start playing gigs, you’ll need to upgrade your bedroom amp to something bigger. But how big should you go? You might assume that a 4×12 cabinet is significantly louder than a 2×12, but this isn’t always the…

A 4X12 cabinet has the massive output you need to feel like a true rock star when you’re performing on-stage. These big cabs don’t come cheap, though. If you’re a gigging guitarist on a budget, you might wonder whether you can afford that kind of power. Finding affordable 4X12 cabs isn’t easy, but they’re out…