5 GREAT AMPS FOR THE BEGINNING GUITARIST
From the heady rush of your first power chords to the intoxicating challenge of mastering a killer riff, few things are more thrilling than getting started on the electric guitar. One thing every electric player at any skill level needs is an amplifier — in tandem with your new instrument, the right amp is the thing that is going to help you lock in your signature sound. There’s a lot of cool choices out there, many of them with subtle but important distinctions. Here are five terrific options for beginners, ideal for everything from the practice room to the mainstage. Plug in and have fun!
MUSTANG MICRO PLUS
Featuring 25 classic Fender amp models for a wide range of tones and 25 effects to shape your sound, the pocket-sized Mustang Micro Plus is the ultimate amp for any beginner. It also includes 100 editable preset slots, an integrated tuner and built-in Bluetooth audio streaming so you can practice your favorite songs anywhere, anytime. Just plug in, connect your headphones and start jamming.
FRONTMAN 10G
Compact, stylish and easy-to-use, the Frontman 10G is an ideal practice amp for beginners. Capable of delivering full sound from its 6” speaker, it also features a convenient overdrive switch for thick distortion at the push of a button — perfect for blues, metal and rock.
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FRONTMAN 20G
The Frontman 20G is loaded with classic Fender style and incredible sound quality that every beginner will love. It features an intuitive design and switchable clean and drive channels, plus a three-band EQ that allows you the sonic flexibility to dial in a wide range of tones. With 20 watts of power and an 8” Special Design speaker, this small-but-mighty amp is exceptional for practice sessions or playing with friends.
CHAMPION II 25
With 25 watts of power, an 8” speaker and straightforward controls, the versatile Champion II 25 is a fantastic option for your first amp. It delivers world-renowned Fender clean and overdrive tones, and an assortment of British and high-gain models and built-in effects, making it
easy to dial up the right sound for whatever style of music you’re playing.
CHAMPION II 50
The Champion II 50 offers the same versatility, ease-of-use and wide range of tones, amp voicings and effects as the Champion II 25, with the addition of a little extra force. It offers more power at 50 watts, a larger 12” speaker and it includes an extra clean channel, making it a superb choice for small gigs or practicing with your band.
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