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Best practice tube amp10/13/2023 With newer guitar amps, you can often get so much more… While classic analog amps can have a limited number of effects included, such as reverb and tremolo… Up next… Digital Modeling Amps vs Analog Amps While 4×10″ or 4×12″ work better for larger venues, and often come in their own dedicated cabinets.įor recording, pretty much any combination can be used, depending on the tone you are searching for. In terms of number, the typical options are:įor practicing, one 8″ speaker is standard, and can actually be preferable since less bass means you are less likely to annoy your neighbors.įor performing…one or two 10″ or 12″ speakers is generally most suitable in small venues. In terms of size, speakers can be as small as 2″ in diameter, and go all the way up to 15″.īut the vast majority come in 1 of 3 sizes: However, bigger isn’t always better, since smaller speakers are actually better at reproducing high frequencies (while larger speakers are better at reproducing low ones). The number and size of the speakers on a particular guitar amp is more influential in tone and loudness than the amplifier itself. Up next… How Big Should My Guitar Cabinet Be? So as another VERY GENERAL rule of thumb with tube amps…it’s better to lean towards the lower wattages. If you’re choosing a tube amp, it’s worth noting that lower wattage guitar amps allow tubes to “saturate” and distort without having to crank up the volume too loud. 40W or less is better for practice, studio, and small to mid-size venuesĪnd if you want an exact number to start with…20W or 30W will most likely offer maximum versatility for the average player. ![]()
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