Do I want to have FX built into my amp?

This is really a matter of taste. If you are relatively new to guitar playing, it can be really exciting to have an amp with loads of FX on board to play around with and learn. Later on, you may find you want a different type of amp that focuses on a particular sound rather than being a 'jack of a trades' with something for everyone. We would recommend digital amps with lots of features for practicing with. You can often buy an additional foot controller to take better advantage of the FX and increase the fun factor. Whether this is the type of amp you gig with or not is entirely up to you but there is no denying their appeal, practicality and value...and the fun they provide!

What do people mean when they talk about 'headroom'?

'Headroom' refers to how loud an amp can get whilst remaining clean. Some amplifiers overload relatively quickly and experience signal break up to sound at least semi-distorted when used at stage volume. This means they have a low level of headroom. This is neither good nor bad: if you want to have a great distorted tone then headroom isn't much of a factor but if you want to have a loud and pristine clean tone then you need more volume and the right type of amp. Fender tube combos such as the Twin Reverb are great examples of amps that can be wound up to terrifyingly loud volumes but still retain an absolutely clean tone.

What is the most popular solid state combo?

The most popular solid state guitar combo is the Blackstar ID Core 10 V2, closely followed by the BOSS Katana KTN-50. The Blackstar is a fantastic amp for using in the home and studio. The BOSS amp is a great all rounder that is loud enough for smaller gigs.

How do I know when I need to change valves in my combo?

Usually, you can hear it because your tone will decrease in quality quite significantly. If the valves in your amp are visible then merely looking at them should tell you. Switch on your amp and give the valves a minute or two to warm up. If one of them is glowing less (or not at all) than the others, it may be time to replace it! Make sure you read your amp's manual about this. Often, valves need to be changed in pairs, especially power amp valves (the bigger ones). Please make sure you are fully informed before you do anything.

I want a good valve combo for both playing in the house AND gigging with. I need a good clean sound because I'll be using drive pedals. What can you recommend?

This is a popular question! Let's assume you will be able to play reasonably loud in the house. We recommend looking at the following amps: the Fender Blues Junior, the Vox AC15C1 and the Blackstar HT Studio 20. Smaller wattage amps may well be better for the home but you will not be able to use them for gigs. Conversely, solid state amplifiers will be able to supply you with a variety of tones at low volumes, even if they are high wattage amps.

Guitar Combo Amps | guitarguitar

BOSS Katana 100/212 Gen 3 2x12 Combo Amp

(1)

£489.00 £519.00

Get it Tuesday, Dec 24

FREE Delivery

In Stock

BOSS Katana Artist Gen 3 1x12 Combo Amp

£689.00

Get it Tuesday, Dec 24

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Laney Lionheart Foundry LF60-112 60W Combo Solid State Amp

(1)

£279.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Laney Lionheart Foundry LFSUPER60-112 60W Combo Solid State Amp

(1)

£349.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Laney Lionheart Foundry LFSUPER60-212 60W Combo Solid State Amp

£399.00 £429.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Morgan Amplification AC40 Deluxe Twilight Combo Valve Amp (Pre-Owned) #6000920001

£1,499.00

Get it Tuesday, Dec 24

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Laney LX35 Combo Solid State Guitar Amp

£199.00

Available to Order

Blackstar HT Club 40 MKIII Combo Valve Amp

£685.00 £799.00

Get it Tuesday, Dec 24

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Ex-Demo

£549.00

£2,699.00

Out of Stock

Marshall SV20C Studio Vintage 1959SLP 20W Combo

£949.00

Out of Stock

Marshall Origin ORI20C 20 Watt Combo Valve Amp

(6)

£589.00

Out of Stock

£939.00 £976.00

Out of Stock

£1,999.00

Out of Stock

Bad Cat Hot Cat 1x12 Combo Valve Amp

£1,599.00 £1,899.00

Out of Stock

£789.00 £969.00

Out of Stock

Laney SuperG Mini Battery Combo Practice Amp

£49.00

Out of Stock

Stores Nationwide

Free Next Day Delivery

Sell your Guitar

Expert Advice

Extended Exchange

Guitar Combo Amps

Filter

BOSS Katana 100/212 Gen 3 2x12 Combo Amp

BOSS Katana Artist Gen 3 1x12 Combo Amp

Laney Lionheart Foundry LF60-112 60W Combo Solid State Amp

Laney Lionheart Foundry LFSUPER60-112 60W Combo Solid State Amp

Laney Lionheart Foundry LFSUPER60-212 60W Combo Solid State Amp

Morgan Amplification AC40 Deluxe Twilight Combo Valve Amp (Pre-Owned) #6000920001

Laney LX35 Combo Solid State Guitar Amp

Blackstar HT Club 40 MKIII Combo Valve Amp

Blackstar HT Stage 60 112 MkIII Combo Valve Amp (Ex-Demo) #(21)ECA230503249

Mesa Boogie F30 Combo Valve Amp (Pre-Owned) #f30-01167

Vox AC30C2-TVBC Limited Edition Blue/Cream Combo Valve Amp (Pre-Owned)

Vox AC15C2 2x12 Combo Valve Amp (Pre-Owned) #J11-001252

BOSS Katana 100W MKII 1x12 Combo

Marshall MG15G 15 Watt Guitar Combo Black and Gold

Fender Tone Master Princeton Reverb Solid State Combo Amp

Vox Pathfinder 10 Combo Practice Amp

Vox VT20X Combo Modelling Amp

Vox VT40X 1x10 Combo Modelling Amp

EVH 5150 Iconic 15W Ivory Combo Valve Amp

Bad Cat Black Cat 1x12 Combo Valve Amp

Vox AC30S1 1x12 Combo

Fender 68 Custom Pro Reverb Combo Valve Amp

Fender Frontman 20G, 230V UK Combo Practice Amp

Tone King Imperial MKII 20 Watt Combo Valve Amp Cream

Marshall SV20C Studio Vintage 1959SLP 20W Combo

Marshall Origin ORI20C 20 Watt Combo Valve Amp

BOSS Katana-AIR EX Combo Amp

Supro Delta King 10 Tweed and Black Combo Valve Amp

Tone King Gremlin 5 Watt Combo Valve Amp Black

Engl Ironball 1x12 20 Watt Combo Valve Amp

Fender 68 Custom Twin Reverb 2x12 Combo Valve Amp

Vox Adio Air GT Combo Modelling Amp

Tone King Gremlin 5 Watt Combo Valve Amp Turquoise

Tone King Falcon Grande Combo Valve Amp Turquoise

Bad Cat Hot Cat 1x12 Combo Valve Amp

Friedman Runt 50 2 Channel 50 Watt Combo Valve Amp

Tone King Gremlin 5 Watt Combo Valve Amp Cream

Friedman Little Sister Combo Valve Amp

EVH 5150 Iconic 60W Ivory Combo Valve Amp

Laney SuperG Mini Battery Combo Practice Amp

Keep up with our latest offers, news & events