Amplifiers & Effects covers amps and pedals that shape guitar tone, volume and expression for stage, studio and practice.
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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 Best Powered Amps for the Money
Forget one universal "best" amp — here's how to match the right type of powered amp to your actual situation and get genuine value.
Boss Dd-3 Digital Delay Explained
Boss delay pedals represent some of the most influential effects processors in modern guitar history. This guide explores the range of models Boss manufactures and how to integrate them for maximum cr...
Line 6 Guitar Effect for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Guitar effects intimidate many beginners, but Line 6 gear makes the learning curve gentle. This guide shows you how to start with effects confidently and avoid common first-timer pitfalls.
The Complete Guide to Chorus Guitar Effects Pedal
A chorus guitar effects pedal creates the illusion of multiple voices playing in unison, producing warm, lush tone perfect for rhythm and atmospheric textures.
Keeley for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Feeling a bit out of your depth? Take a breath — here's the gentle, step-by-step way to pick and set up your first Keeley pedal.
Common Phaser Pedal Mistakes to Avoid
Most phaser pedal problems come down to settings dialled in without context and placement that was never thought through. Here are the specific errors to watch out for and how to fix them.
Chorus Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
There's a chorus pedal for every rig and every budget — but only if you know which features actually matter. Here's what to look for before you buy.
Marshall Guitar Effects for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Marshall guitar effects are straightforward tools that instantly transform your tone. This beginner's guide covers what they do, which to buy first, and how to get started.
Modulation Pedal for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Perfect entry into effects pedals, this guide covers modulation fundamentals, chorus characteristics, and how to start your effects journey.
The Complete Guide to Strymon Effects
Strymon effects bring studio-grade sound processing to pedalboards. Discover why touring professionals trust these pedals for their reliability and distinctive sonic character.
Peavey Classic 20 Head: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Master Peavey Classic 20 head purchasing with expert guidance on EL84 tube specs, power requirements, condition evaluation, and maintenance cost assessment.
The Best Vox Ac30s for the Money
Not a spec-sheet ranking, but an honest, tier-by-tier steer through the Vox AC30 range, from the sensible everyday combo to the hand-wired dream.
Synth Pedal For Bass for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Bass synth pedals transform your bass guitar with electronic sounds, but they're beginner-friendly once you understand the basics. This guide walks you through simple setup and fundamental techniques.
The Complete Guide to Roland Jupiter 8
The Roland Jupiter 8 stands as one of electronic music's most legendary synthesizers. This 1984 polyphonic powerhouse defined the sound of 1980s production and remains highly sought after by collector...
Strymon Deco: A Complete Buyer's Guide
V2 or original? How to power it correctly? Where does it go in the chain? Here is what to know before you buy.
The Complete Guide to Synth Rack
A synth rack forms the backbone of professional electronic music studios, providing organised housing and power distribution for outboard synthesisers and effects processors.
Pitch Shifter Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Pitch shifter pedals span drop tuning, Whammy dives, intelligent harmony and lush octave textures — knowing which type you need makes the buying decision straightforward.
Everything You Need to Know About Hughes and Kettner Guitar Amp
Hughes & Kettner guitar amplifiers combine German engineering excellence with innovative design, delivering distinctive tone and legendary reliability that professional touring musicians depend on.
Laney Amp for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Just got your first Laney amp? This beginner's guide covers setup, tone controls, common mistakes, and how to find your best sound quickly.
Compressor Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Optical, VCA, FET, OTA — the category labels tell you something, but what matters is the specific combination of circuit, controls and application. This guide walks through every meaningful buying dec...
The Best Guitar Reverb Pedal
Reverb guitar transforms your tone from thin and dry to spacious and lush. Learn how to choose reverb types, dial in controls, and match settings to your musical style.
Marshall Guitar Effects: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Marshall's reputation for powerful guitar amplification extends into guitar effects, but navigating their lineup requires understanding differences between pedal types and evaluating which effects sol...
Guitar Cabinet Explained: Features, Types and Tips
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
