Category: Amps & Cabinets

So why get new guitar speakers? Well, upgrading the speakers in your amp is a great way to breathe new life into an old system. If your old speakers were worn out, you might be shocked by the tone difference from a replacement. Even if the old ones were serviceable, though, changing them can be…

So why get a blues amp? Simple: whatever genre of music you play, your amp will have a huge role in getting the right tone. An amp that’s perfect for a metal player might not be quite right for someone in a funk group, and vice versa. With the blues, you don’t need an amp…

So why get a guitar cabinet? Well, adding an extension cabinet to your rig is a great way to expand your sound without having to invest in a larger amp. It’s certainly the most cost-effective option for players on a budget. Guitar cabinets have benefits over a larger amp beyond your wallet too. They’re a…

Why replace your 6v6 tubes? While there are varying opinions in the guitar community about how often it’s appropriate or necessary to change the tubes in your amp, even the best vacuum tubes won’t last forever. Shattered 6v6 tubes from impacts to the amp are one of the more common causes of failure, but even…

A 2X12” amp is the perfect size for a gigging guitarist in most styles of music. It’s large enough to give you the power to cut through all but the largest and loudest ensembles, but is still small enough to be easily transportable and to perform in smaller venues without overpowering the rest of your…

Getting a bass practice amp makes a lot of sense. A massive sound can be great for shows, but when you bring your powerful amp back to your apartment, your neighbors aren’t likely to be as appreciative as the fans at the venue. Turning down the volume also means losing the sound you get when…

Building your own home studio is a fun and rewarding experience. With that said, it is also the type of hobby which pushes you to search for better and more powerful equipment all the time. Once you reach a certain level, you will find out that you are missing something important. A lot of high-performance…

If you play on a vacuum tube amp, you’re eventually going to need to replace your tubes, either because of a blowout or because they’re worn out and don’t play quite like they used to. Changing out your vacuum tubes can also be a way to add a new color to your sound and tweak…

As we have noted several times on Song Simian, the market of budget-friendly instruments and gear has really flourished over the past decade, bringing us some very impressive products at amazingly low prices. But the dangerous thing about buying cheap stuff is still the fact that you can stumble upon whole lot of junk out…