Tagged: amps
7 articles we've published with this tag.
Speaker impedance and ohm matching: what it means for your ampMismatching your amp's impedance output to your speaker cab is one of the quieter ways to damage a valve amp. Here's what the numbers actually mean.By Marc- Amp wattage explained: what it actually means for your tone and volumeWattage isn't just a volume number — it shapes how an amp breaks up, breathes, and responds. Marc explains what the specs actually mean.By Marc
- How volume knob technique changes the way your amp behavesRolling your guitar's volume knob isn't just about getting quieter. It's one of the most powerful tone controls on your whole rig — here's why.By Jez
- How a guitar amp's power stage actually shapes your tone (and why it matters)Preamp vs power amp — most players only tweak the first half. Sheildon breaks down what the power stage actually does to your sound, and why it's worth understanding.By Sheildon
Your First Tube Amp: What to Look ForWattage, channels, attenuators and pedal-friendliness — a plain-English guide to buying your first valve amp without overspending or over-volume-ing.By Jez
Tube vs Solid-State vs Modelling Amps: Which Should You Buy?The three families of guitar amp explained in plain English — how they sound, what they cost to run, and which one is right for you.By Jez
How Many Watts Do You Actually Need? Guitar Amp Wattage ExplainedWhy a 100-watt amp isn’t twice as loud as a 50, why valve and solid-state watts aren’t the same, and how much power you really need at home and on stage.By Rob