Buying An Acoustic Amplifier: Things To Consider

In the past, for the average musician, a high end acoustic amplifier was out of reach as they were too expensive or the technology did not exist. Unless the acoustic musicians were playing in a large venue with a expensive set up they struggled to compete with louder instruments or in smaller jam sessions. Now with acoustic amps that act more like a Hi-fi system and less like a Marshall stack the acoustic musician does not need to worry about getting washed out and can compete effectively with the other instruments and can hold their own.

Shopping tips for acoustic amps. -

If you will have to compare, keyboard and acoustic amplifiers are actually identical. They are designed to not turn out extra coloration and have a flat frequency response. You should consider wisely the acoustic guitar amp you wish to purchase. It will depend greatly on the way you play, how loud you want to be and if you will be playing with electric instruments. For example, if your playing is to happen in a restaurant setting with a classical sound, the tone and volume needs will be different. Consider your inputs and outputs. If you use a standard guitar cable, a one quarter inch input may be all you need. However for external mics you will want more options. Using your amplifier as an onstage monitor will require a DI feed that is balanced. An extension speaker jack and a line out will save you a lot of hassle if you plan on increasing your system using external power amps. Decide the size of the amp you wish to buy. Using a larger and weighty amplifier is not always a good idea if you play in a restaurant or in an elevated area.

Play with the best. -

Here are a few little tidbits on a few of the quality amps available. The Behringer AC108 Ultracoustic 15w Amp is fantastic for those just starting out and won't compromise your tone, keeping your dream to play alive. It has a powerful headphone outut and sounds fantastic. Hartke has long experience in making bass amps that sound great and they have brought this experience to making acoustic guitar amps. The Hartke AC150 Acoustic Ribbon Amplifier is ideal for playing cafes to night clubs and naturally recreates the sound of your acoustic instrument. For a surprisingly loud sound that is full despite its size the Laney LA12C Acoustic Amplifier is awesome for writing and recording at home.

That great sound that the audience wants to hear depends on your choice of equipment. In this case, it is imperative to decide wisely in order to purchase the best amplifier in town.