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stunami
PostPosted: Wed Aug 02, 2017 7:58 pm 
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Hi All : )

I'm building my first Acoustic Electric guitar but only have experience playing unamplified Classical/Flamenco guitars..

Does anyone know of one or two good online resources where I can bring myself up to speed with Acoustic Amplifiers? (Looking to get a basic understanding of the technology & features to look for before I go out and purchase my first amp...)

Cheers :)

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Roland or Fishman are the hip acoustic amps right now...

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Cheers Chris :)

I'm more looking for info on what makes a good amp, and what are the features people look for as opposed to Brand names - that way I can take the finished guitar down to the music store, plug it into a few potentials, and make a choice from there...

I'll check out the Rolands and Fishmans however, in a vain attempt to be hip :D
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The Roland and Fishman have multiple channels, feedback suppression, and some effects. Of course, the Roland AC-90 and AC-60 are both true stereo amps, with Rolands' patented stereo chorus. Beyond this info, I suggest doing some research on the respective websites, and watch some demo videos on YouTube. Both amps have a reputation for ruggedness and dependability. These are the only two amps I have any experience with, so I can't recommend any others on the market. I hope your shopping experience yields a great amp!

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stunami wrote:
Hi All : )

I'm building my first Acoustic Electric guitar but only have experience playing unamplified Classical/Flamenco guitars..

Does anyone know of one or two good online resources where I can bring myself up to speed with Acoustic Amplifiers? (Looking to get a basic understanding of the technology & features to look for before I go out and purchase my first amp...)

Cheers :)

stu


Out of curiosity, are you needing a combo for on stage monitoring or an onstage amplification system since you're needing features. If I were looking for something in that realm, I'd just look for a powered speaker like a QSC K10.2 which you can plug into directly, or run your guitar through a board or pre-amp with XLR out and do research on live sound rather than just amps - at least you'll have room to grow with vocal mics if needed.


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Can I post this? Link to muscians friend article on acoustic amps
http://thehub.musiciansfriend.com/live- ... ying-guide

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I got my eye on a Mesa Rosette. Great features.
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Posted a similar question at another forum, here is a brief discussion and a few ideas

http://www.harmonycentral.com/forum/for ... mendations
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awesome - cheers all once again...

one last question... as I'm mostly a play at home kinda guy, and the room i'll usually be playing in is 6mx6mx2.5m (or 20'x20'x8'), any recommendations on the wattage of the amp??
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Watts: low is fine for bedroom playing.

But this begs the question: unless you're looping or really set on crazy effects, why do you need/want to amplify your acoustic at home? The only reason I ever plug it in is if I'm playing with a loop pedal...
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If you are not playing gigs and want something to use at home have a look at the Yamaha acoustic amp range.
https://uk.yamaha.com/en/products/music ... oduct-tabs

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Really appreciate all the info - cheers all


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