Amplifiers & Effects covers amps and pedals that shape guitar tone, volume and expression for stage, studio and practice.
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All 283 topicsThe 12 most-searched of 283 topics. The full index is at the foot of the page.
Reverb
Essential reverb effects for adding depth, space and atmosphere to guitar, vocals and production.
6 topics
Electro Harmonix
Distinctive effects pedals and processors for players who want character, flexibility and creative control.
1 topic
Blackstar
Versatile Blackstar amps and gear for practice, rehearsal, recording and live use.
Marshall Amplifiers
Versatile guitar amplification with classic tone, practical formats and dependable performance for UK players.
Guitar Amp
Browse a guitar amp for practice, rehearsal and stage-ready tone with the power and feel you need.
7 topics
Digital Audio Workstation
Digital audio workstations provide the core software for recording, editing, mixing and producing modern music.
Tube Guitar
Valve-voiced guitar gear focused on warmth, responsiveness and classic dynamics for players who want a traditional tonal...
Cables Speaker
Speaker cables carry amplifier power to cabinets safely and reliably in guitar and bass rigs.
Guitar Pedal
Effects pedals for adding drive, ambience and tonal variety to your guitar sound in practice, recording and live perform...
18 topics
Bd 2 Boss
A responsive overdrive pedal for blues, rock and touch-sensitive pedalboard tones.
Looper Pedal
A looper pedal helps guitarists build layered parts for practice, composition and live solo performances.
2 topics
Pedal Power
Pedal power keeps effects running reliably, quietly and neatly with stable current for modern guitar and bass rigs.
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The Ultimate Guide to Distortion Pedals
The Complete Guide to Boss Guitar Multi Effects
Boss guitar multi-effects offer comprehensive tone-shaping in portable units. Discover the GT and ME series, evaluate amp modelling quality, and learn how to integrate multi-effects into your rig for...
The Complete Guide to Zoom Multi Effect Pedal
A Zoom multi effect pedal puts professional-grade effects, amp modelling, and amp simulations into a portable unit perfect for gigging and recording.
Source Audio Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Source Audio pedals offer professional-grade effects processing with deep customisation, but they're expensive and demand engagement. This guide explains their technology, product lines, and exactly w...
The Complete Guide to Zoom Guitar Multi Effects
Zoom guitar multi-effects deliver professional effects, amp modelling and recording capabilities at affordable prices. Discover what makes Zoom units popular with beginners and touring professionals a...
Ambient Reverb Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
An ambient reverb pedal creates lush, spacious tones—but buying the wrong one wastes money. This guide covers decay time, pre-delay, and how to test quality.
Roland Samplers for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New to sampling? Roland samplers are more approachable than you think. This guide covers first-session basics, building loops, and creating music with confidence.
The Ultimate Guide to Ring Modulator Guitar Pedal
A ring modulator pedal creates distinctive, metallic and otherworldly tones by combining your signal with an internally generated oscillator. Discover how this experimental effect works and why it rem...
Mic Guitar Amp: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing a microphone to mic your guitar amp matters more than you think. This guide explains which microphone types work, how positioning affects tone, and how to make the right choice.
A Guide to Jhs Pedals
Part tone, part range, part Josh Scott's own circuit-history education — here's the proper introduction to one of boutique pedal's biggest names.
Voice Guitar Pedal for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Voice guitar pedals add vocal-like effects to your tone—chorus, reverb, harmoniser—using straightforward controls. This beginner guide explains what effects do, provides simple starting points, and ad...
Powered Amps: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Cutting through the spec-sheet noise — what actually matters when you're choosing an amp, and what's just there to look impressive.
The Ultimate Guide to Line 6 Guitar Amp
Line 6 guitar amps combine digital modelling with exceptional versatility. Perfect for touring musicians, session players, and anyone seeking tone flexibility without tube maintenance.
Jhs Pedal for Beginners: A Complete Guide
You don't need to understand the whole catalogue to buy your first JHS pedal sensibly. Here's the plain-spoken version, no jargon overload.
The Complete Guide to Power Supply 9V
A quality 9V power supply is essential for reliable pedalboard operation. Explore specifications, types and how to select the perfect supply for your effects rig.
The Complete Guide to Bd 2 Boss
Explore the Boss BD-2 Blues Driver: the iconic overdrive pedal offering warm, organic tone that responds to your playing for over 30 years.
Wampler Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Wampler pedals deliver exceptional tone-shaping capabilities and handcrafted American quality. This guide explores Wampler pedal types, essential specifications, tone characteristics, pedalboard integ...
Peavey Speakers: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A practical buyer's guide for Peavey speakers. Master wattage, impedance matching, and choose the right model for your venue and needs.
Patch Cables for Beginners: A Complete Guide
You've bought your second pedal and now need something to join it up. Here's exactly what to get, no studio jargon required.
Chase Bliss Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A comprehensive guide to choosing the right Chase Bliss effects pedal, covering the product range, price tiers, sound characteristics, and how to spot real value.
Line 6 Hx Stomp Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The Line 6 HX Stomp runs the same modeling engine as the Helix Floor in a compact three-switch chassis — 300+ amp and effects models, USB audio interface, and a form factor that fits in a rucksack.
Boss Katana 50 for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Your first proper amp doesn't need to feel intimidating. Here's a calm, step-by-step guide to getting started with the Boss Katana 50.
The Ultimate Guide to Orange 20 Rt
No modelling menus, no presets — just a straightforward, characterful practice amp. Here's what the Orange Crush 20RT actually offers.
Shape your sound with the right rig
Amplifiers & Effects is where guitar tone comes to life. From compact practice amps to stage-ready stacks and essential pedals, this category covers the gear that helps players control volume, texture and character.
From clean tone to driven edge
Amplifiers & Effects lets you move from transparent clean sounds to warm overdrive, sustain, ambience and modulation. The right combination can support everything from home practice to rehearsal, recording and live performance.
For electric and amplified acoustic players
Amplifiers & Effects is useful across many guitar setups, not just electric instruments. Acoustic players can also benefit from amplification and processing that preserve detail while giving extra projection on stage or in larger rooms.
Essential for modern musicians
Whether you are refining a signature tone or simply need reliable volume and control, Amplifiers & Effects is central to a flexible guitar rig. It remains one of the most important parts of a player’s setup.
All 283 topics in Amplifiers & Effects
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- Battery Powered Amp
- Bd 2 Boss
- Blackstar
- Blackstar Amplifiers
- Blackstar Amps
- Blackstar Guitar Amp
- Blackstar St James
- Boost Pedal
- Boss Dd 500
- Boss Dd 500 Delay
- Boss Drum Album
- Boss Effect Pedal
- Boss Flanger Bf 3
- Boss Gt 10 Effects
- Boss Guitar Amp
- Boss Guitar Multi Effects
- Boss Gx 100
- Boss IR 200
- Boss Katana 50
- Boss Loopers
- Boss Multi Effects
- Boss Multi Pedal
- Boss Overdrive
- Boss Pedal
- Boss Tr 2 Tremolo
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- DAC Audio
- Daisy Chain Cable
- Daisy Guitar
- Delay Boss
- Delay Pedal
- Delay Strymon
- Digital Amp
- Digital Audio Tape Players
- Digital Audio Tape Recorders
- Digital Audio Workstation
- Digital Consoles
- Digital Electronic Drum
- Digital to Analogue Converters
- Digitech
- Digitech Pedal
- Distortion
- Distortion Pedal
- Drive Pedal
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- Marshall 1987
- Marshall 1987 Amp
- Marshall Acoustic Amps
- Marshall Amp
- Marshall Amplifiers
- Marshall Cabinets
- Marshall Class 5
- Marshall Class Five
- Marshall Effects Pedal
- Marshall Guitar Amp
- Marshall Guitar Effects
- Marshall Head
- Marshall Mg 30 Fx
- Marshall Studios
- Mesa Boogie Guitar Amp
- MIDI Cable
- Mini Guitar Amp
- Modelling Amp
- Modulation Guitar Effects
- Modulation Pedal
- Mono Case Guitar
- Multi Effect Guitar
- Multi Effects Pedal
- Multi Track Recorders
- Mxr EQ Ten Band
- Mxr Guitar Effects
- Mxr Pedal
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- Patch Cables
- Peavey Amplifiers
- Peavey Amps
- Peavey Classic 20 Head
- Peavey Evh
- Peavey Guitar
- Peavey Guitar Amp
- Peavey Speakers
- Peavey T 40
- Peavey Vintage 30
- Pedal Board
- Pedal Chorus Boss
- Pedal Compressor Boss
- Pedal Mxr Delay
- Pedal Power
- Pedal Power Supply
- Pedal Riser
- Pedal Wah Vox
- Pedalboard
- Pedalboard Case
- Pedalboard Power Supply
- Phaser Pedal
- Pitch Shifter Effect Pedal
- Pitch Shifter Pedal
- Positive Grid
- Positive Grid Guitar Amp
- Power Amp
- Power Attenuators
- Power Chords for Guitar
- Power Speakers
- Power Supply 9v
- Powered Amplifiers
- Powered Amps
- Powered Monitors
- Practice Amp
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- Solid State Amp
- Solid State Logic Console
- Solid State Logic Desk
- Solid State Logic Interface
- Solid State Logic Mixer
- Solid State Logic Plugins
- Source Audio Pedal
- Spring Reverb Pedal
- Strymon
- Strymon Deco
- Strymon Effects
- Strymon Guitar Effects
- Strymon Pedal
- Strymon Timeline
- Strymon Timeline Pedal
- Supro Amplifiers
- Supro Amps
- Supro Guitar Amp
- Synth Keyboards
- Synth Pedal
- Synth Rack
