The Top 7 Best Acoustic Guitar Amplifiers For Performers

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The Top 7 Best Acoustic Guitar Amplifiers For Performers - 2019

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Sam and Meg take look at 7 of the best acoustic guitar amps currently available.
Check them all out here...
00:00 7 Best Acoustic Amplifiers
00:52 Marshall AS50D: www.pmtonline....
04:09 Fender Acoustic 100: www.pmtonline....
07:44 Ashdown AA-100: www.pmtonline....
11:30 Boss Acoustic Singer Pro: www.pmtonline....
14:40 Yamaha THR5A: www.pmtonline....
18:00 AER Alpha Plus: www.pmtonline....
21:22 Orange Acoustic Crush 30: www.pmtonline....
Meg is using the Faith Neptune Cutaway, Blue Moon Burst: www.pmtonline....
TOURTECH VM50 Dynamic Microphone: www.pmtonline....
All of the songs featured in this video were written and performed by Megan Linford, the acoustic guitar specialist at our PMT Portsmouth store, and you can check out more of her music at www.meganlinford.co.uk or check out a few of her music videos below...
Autumn - Megan Linford: • Autumn - Megan Linford...
First Day Of Spring - Megan Linford: • First Day Of Spring - ...
River Flow (Live) - Megan Linford: • Megan Linford - River ...
Here at Professional Music Technology, we stock a wide range of acoustic guitar amplifiers to suit most needs, from small practice amps and battery-powered busking amps to powerful but affordable gig-ready combos and premium quality amps to complement any high-end acoustic.
Most of the amps featured in this video feature multiple input options, so they're suitable for a wide range of acoustic instruments and microphones, ideal for soloists, duos and singer-songwriters. Try out any of the amps you see here at your nearest PMT store...
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@leafpie2757 4 жыл бұрын

Guitar+Singing Marshall 2:59 Fender 6:36 Ashdown 10:29 Boss 12:30 Yamaha 16:58 Aer 20:22 Orange 23:50

@charlesbeg 6 ай бұрын

Once a friend performed in a pub with the fender. I was so amazed 'bout the quality and volume of this amp, loved it.

@PaulWilliamGibson 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see an acoustic amp review that gives as much emphasis to the vocals as to the guitar. Good work all.

@chrishammonds72 2 жыл бұрын

Marshall AS50D for me. Had mine for a few years and couldn’t be happier with it. Everything I need for my playing needs.

@MustafaBaabad 2 ай бұрын

Yes, I think it sounds the best too. But the weight seems quite significant.

@moesaurenman4734 4 жыл бұрын

really really great video comparing all these amps. Thank you so much to the singer as well as whoever decided to include her in the demo. Really hard to find videos demoing these amps with a musician playing and singing.

@tvjer1 2 жыл бұрын

I have the Marshall AS-50D. It is very versatile, but flat sounding. I also have a Hartke AC150, which sounds absolutely fantastic. Only issue is it's big & heavy. If you ever come across one for sale, I strongly recommend giving it an audition.

@tasurfer 23 күн бұрын

The Ashdown is clearly an update of the Trace Elliot TA100R acoustic amp from the 90's which I have. Great to see it has a new life!

@anthonydamien6599 Жыл бұрын

I gig a lot with my Fishman SA tower. It should not be overlooked. Always sounds good in any room/outside. I sing and play acoustic and it is the best.

@donaldlaury7193 2 жыл бұрын

Seems like there are a few more choices available now. Would love to see a 2022 version, or even one focused on all the battery powered options available for acoustics. Like a Top 7 best for buskers. Thanks.

@MustafaBaabad 2 ай бұрын

Blackstar Sonnet 60 should be included.

@mbtrav0 Жыл бұрын

Best acoustic amp demo online for the small venue gigging musician due to the addition of the vocal demo. Many demos are of amp only with no idea how the vocals sound. Thank you so much for going the extra mile or kilometer in your case!!

@Big.E 3 жыл бұрын

That said the AER brought out the most natural tones. Brilliant performances from Meg too. Thanks guys 👦

@001mladen 4 жыл бұрын

Fishman Loudbox mini or Loudbox are just amazing and very loud amps. And cheep too. :)

@drphilgee6430 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@wingnet1 14 күн бұрын

agreed!

@MiloDRough 2 жыл бұрын

Trick for Orange acoustic crash is to get 10x 2,5 mAh power accumlators in form of AA batteries, and the amp can run for about 18h on full volume. Im using now guitar with passive magnetic pickup so the time went down to about 10-12h, but with a good active piezzo system it was up to 23h.

@w.wrightjackson8317 4 жыл бұрын

yes I love my Boss Acoustic Singer amp. great sound, may have to run it through a cabinet in big area you may be playing in..great investment for home and can be made to use in bigger auditorium

@canalmeu8865 4 жыл бұрын

marshall 2:59 Fender 6:42 ashdown 10:30 bos vm50 12:32 yamaha 17:20 aer 20:30 orange 23:49

@Giovcii 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Canal Meu!!! OMG you are the best

@stephenmitchell7915 4 жыл бұрын

I have a Traynor Acoustic Master Custom YS1084. At the time I bought it, it smoked all the competition out there feature and tone-wise. It does not have USB, Bluetooth or tuner, but has everything else I need and more features than most of those shown here.

@ayoungethan 2 жыл бұрын

yeah i don't know why the Traynors don't have wider recognition, they are great

@jamiejupiter4503 Жыл бұрын

I own the Marshall. It has a fabulous warm tone. A huge plus for me is that it's so easy to dial in a tone; a lot of acoustic amps have too many knobs (mid- sweeps etc). So little twiddling is needed with the Marshall!

@sandystrait3878 10 ай бұрын

I like the Warmth of the Marshall but I'm looking for the independent control of the Fender. The Fender didn't sound amazing in this demo but I have played with one in the local guitar store and it was quite nice. Weirdly enough the salespersons I've spoken to alway favor the Fishman and seem to dismiss the Fender Marshall and Boss. ?

@toneranger Жыл бұрын

Great demo guys. Meg you're amazing, beautiful tunes 👍🏻

@slipperedlobster 21 күн бұрын

Great Job. It all makes sense...and right to the point. Love Meg. I could listen to her all night.

@w.wrightjackson8317 4 жыл бұрын

Fed X is delivering the Boss Acoustic Singer Live Acoustic Guitar Amplifier to me today. I looked at probably all amps on this video can't remember cause I looked at so many. Have several electric guitar amps but only one small Frontman Fender for acoustic and I wanted a built in loop so I wouldn't have so much to deal with. Will let you know later how it comes out. Also have the FS5L coming with it. Keep pickin and grinnin from Nashville, Tn. God bless

@MoreThanDanny 4 жыл бұрын

We have the 60 and love it. Built in looper is very! basic but will do for simple things. With 2 mics into the vocal Channel and a big bassy acoustic it sounds amazing. Hope your enjoying it.

@acoustically9201 2 жыл бұрын

Who could have known that Jimmy Hill was so knowledgeable about amplifying acoustic gigs. V helpful video, though. Decided I need to buy back my Marshall 50 - sold it in 2020 for peanuts .

@Dperezer Жыл бұрын

The singing and playing during the Fender demo we’re incredible!!

@Alan-bw5ec 4 жыл бұрын

Although I live in Canada I always come to these folks site as they are most professional in their presentations. Well rounded in every aspect of features and benefits. It was an added bonus with the young lady playing her songs to give even a better feel for what one can expect from each of the models shown. They even surpassed Yamaha because whenever Yamaha show the THR lineup, they never show the THR5A but rather the THR5 which is for electric guitars and does not accentuate the acoustic features. Great demos, as usual!

@paulstubbs4487 2 жыл бұрын

I tried loads and even ordered a Fishman Loudbox which went back. Best by far I found was an Acus 1-6 which was way ahead of the rest even the much revered AER60. I suspect PMT don't sell the Acus so it's "their" best 7 not "the" best 7.

@williammecham7038 4 жыл бұрын

I lost track of the amp when she sang . wonderful

@Kpapa91 3 жыл бұрын

Would love to see how the boss katana's acoustic channel stacks up against acoustic-focused amps like these

@danielnillo Жыл бұрын

Do you have one? I assume you're suggesting it's really good?

@andywhitemusic1997 4 жыл бұрын

What... No Fishman?!?

@SuperRajeswar 4 жыл бұрын

Amps are really good but depends upon the artist who makes it alive. Well done buddy and kudos to Megan👍🎸🎤

@Big.E 3 жыл бұрын

Superb video, superb amps and knowledge topped off with sublime vocals. Love these videos 🍻

@sustainablelife1st 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing voice and playing. thanks for the review.

@jamesmorelandoliver8897 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful music - hypnotic. Maybe someday demo the Mesa acoustic. Should be interesting.

@mevvis 2 жыл бұрын

orange

@GaylordBonnafous 4 жыл бұрын

The best are AER Alpha Plus, and Boss Acoustic Singer Pro and Orange Acoustic Crush 30. Also, there is one not reviewed here but even better, in the same price range (or a bit more expensive): Hughes and Kettner Era wood .

@luduspsicoemocional 2 жыл бұрын

Marvelous video man, thanks.

@michaelkelly6583 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent survey, and beautiful singing from Megan.

@beardedjediguitars 4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the female Singer/Guitarist

@gregross548 2 жыл бұрын

Mad props to Sam and Meg. I'd pretty much buy anything from Sam, one heck of a salesman and Meg well geeze she's a songstress now isn't she. Kudos loved the video! Great job on the video. Thank you!

@zoundsic 4 жыл бұрын

You need to listen to reverbs on amps these days very carefully or you'll not get a professionally acceptable sound, Lots of pretty below par digital effects about since they replaced springs. If you use it for recording in any way Boss singer sounds the biz. Also a well thought out and well built bit of kit. You can pay more but why? You can pay less but you'll regret it if your serious about your sound.

@doctorulradu6451 3 жыл бұрын

Nice sound on Marshall, perfect amp.

@w.wrightjackson8317 4 жыл бұрын

the young lady has a beautiful voice, soft and innocent sounding with just the right amount of, for lack of another word, Irish

@rickjette9482 26 күн бұрын

The next improvement should be an on-board battery that is rechargeable. USB recharge would be ideal, then you could carry backup power as well.

@brianrickards4643 4 жыл бұрын

That wee lassie is fantastic soundin... Well done megan🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🤗

@tinpea 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and performance, but I benefit from hearing the same songs played to gauge the differences between the amps. I guess this video wasn't really comparing them but maybe they will be for the next one!

@fryeguy9939 Жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing.. same song as some song are just brighter

@malcolmevans2437 4 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed Megs singing and playing. Very surprised though that fishman aren’t included?

@tjstevens001 4 жыл бұрын

That's a fact!

@mvp019 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for reviewing amps across all years - most such reviews only cover the newest releases.

@audiosunsets2761 2 жыл бұрын

You missed one of the best acoustic Amps available Fishman loud box Performer

@ParaBellum2024 4 жыл бұрын

This is a great video, as you've focused on the amps' all-round capabilities, rather than just plugging acoustic guitars in. To my ears, the Boss and Ashdown amps are the best. The AER is slightly thin sounding, possibly because it's just so small. Also, it would have been good to see Fishman Loudbox amps in this review.

@wea5elkicks895 4 жыл бұрын

Think I'm still swinging towards the boss pro singer, great performances too!

@MoreThanDanny 4 жыл бұрын

We have the singer60 and love it to bits. We put our takamine tan 15C and 2 vocals through it and it’s solid as a rock. At that price point it’s value +.

@cloguitar 3 жыл бұрын

How do you put 2 mic for voice on this appli?

@yakimacleanteamseanfrankmu6745 4 жыл бұрын

AER:) The Tommy Emmanual model with a Taylor 614 CE should be Heaven on earth:)

@yakimacleanteamseanfrankmu6745 4 жыл бұрын

True I own a Yamaha THR 100 HD with the matching cab and love it. Yamaha makes great products forsure. I have heard the AER and thought the sound was over the top amazing it all comes down to personal preference.

@marccarter1350 4 жыл бұрын

Had an AER Compact Mobile 2 60W acoustic amp. Traded it for a Vox AC15HW. Made for the electric market, but sounds amazing with my acoustic. The Fishman rare earth is amazing soundhole pickups made this happen. It sounds like an acoustic still, and of course still plays like one.

@user-gv3jq1nn2d 7 ай бұрын

My brother never had a acoustic or guitar amp before so i ordered the A40 Acoustic amp model and good thing my brother is a technical computer settings geek because there are a lot of parameters to setup if you want your personal tone setting and not use presets. It has a 8" speaker but reviewers say it lacks the deep bass some desire which works best in his apartment. The good sound sold me but it can be beat with amps priced well over the $249.00 i paid . The reverbs are good and but i love a room filling sound of a delay that is onboard with flanger & chorus . I have only used tube amps myself the last 20 years but for acoustic i love the ambient tones chorus gives up. The AER acoustic amps are for Pro Baskers or going to the PA and sound is perfect as can be. I hate the digital micro switches even $ 1500.00 amps have because the minute contacts get dusty and fail to work. I want a amp that last , tube amps i have do not use micro switches but some have relays with small contacts and those can & do fail ! You must complete the circuit with good contacts everywhere or problems soon occur.

@RUSTYSPARKS36 4 жыл бұрын

The Demo Artist is fire great Job!

@kurtphipps7823 2 жыл бұрын

My carlsbro sherwood 60r is a amazing amp

@rhugh02 2 жыл бұрын

Cool demos good job!

@amcmanusmusic 4 жыл бұрын

Great video all around! Thanks!

@TheAnggaadit18 3 жыл бұрын

Fender is the best of the best.... :D

@Scutellum 4 жыл бұрын

I tested the Fender 200 at home and it had a terrible loud white noise which was impossible to get rid off.

@R.L.Humpert 2 жыл бұрын

What about the fishman loudbox mini acoustic? How does it compare because I really like it and want to buy it but I’m stuck deciding. Thanks!

@sitiimanina 11 ай бұрын

Same. I know it has been a year but what amp did you finally got?

@R.L.Humpert 11 ай бұрын

@@sitiimanina yes I got the fishman loud box mini. It’s really nice for the need. I dont perform live or anything just mostly at home. It sounds great. Thanks for asking. How about you? Did you get an acoustic amp?

@Rich-cq4gz 3 жыл бұрын

Great work Sam! Very good review and entertaining also.

@auxorion Жыл бұрын

So surprised the Fishman Loudbox isn’t here

@sitiimanina 11 ай бұрын

Right

@attybong Жыл бұрын

can't believe you never included any loudbox .. how could you say those were the best?

@KrisofS 7 ай бұрын

I appreciate their effort and a good video, but when I did not see loudbox in the thumbnail I thought it was just a bait.. instantly recognized that loudbox was not in the picture

@manosthaiger4475 6 ай бұрын

Exact !

@martinfendt1305 6 ай бұрын

I was going to say the same thing!

@danielnillo Жыл бұрын

After 1 listen through I thinking liked the sound / feel of the first and last models, the Marshall and the Orange Crush.

@Mr.Wu. 3 жыл бұрын

Good choice of amps, nice test

@douglaswarden2584 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Helpful !

@sandystrait3878 4 жыл бұрын

Which did Meg enjoy the most?

@PeterLisboa 4 жыл бұрын

Fishman is missing here. Definitely one of the best. Why didn‘ t you mention it?

@DjNikGnashers 4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking exactly the same thing. I own a fishman and wanted to hear how the other amps compared to it.

@derekscott5366 4 жыл бұрын

They were going to but it fell apart first

@tomeisenmenger7048 4 жыл бұрын

They don't sell Fishman amps.

@stephenlennartz3466 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. LOVE my Fishman Artist.

@paulstubbs4487 4 жыл бұрын

I have a AS50D which is good for the money but wanted a better acoustic amp. I tried AER60, Fishman Loudbox and Acus 1 for strings 8T. I bought the Fishman but thought it was bland so sent it back. Acus was streets ahead so I bought it. Still amazed how naturally it amplifies my acoustics.

@spencer5914 2 жыл бұрын

No Fishman Loudbox Mini…

@GregLedder 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, informative Video - is it just me or does Sam remind anyone else of Ricky Gervais?? Meg is amazing!! :-)

@Bradds68 3 жыл бұрын

Great review. There are some very talented people working at PMT 👍

@BillyBlaze7 2 жыл бұрын

if u can find a Genz Benz Shen 200 acoustic amp, that will blow all of these out of the water, 2oo watts and tube preamp with alesis effects on both channels etc etc etc

@kevinowens6010 Жыл бұрын

A old California Blonde SWR are grate but the weight to carry around is slavery.

@Jeza07 2 жыл бұрын

There should be Laney LA15C

@luisraulmartinezrojasmarti3938 2 жыл бұрын

Hey!! Grate video. Liked it a lot. BTW, Can you use a loop pedal on the Fender acoustic 100?

@JoseFigarella 2 жыл бұрын

Yes

@errorbun 3 жыл бұрын

Super helpful video!

2 жыл бұрын

got here for the amps, gonna leave here wanting to know deeper the work of this singer! Amazing songs

@PMTVUK 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, search for Megan Linford Music on KZfaq, Instagram and Spotify, lot's more of Meg's music there. Hope that helps!

2 жыл бұрын

@@PMTVUK already did that! It's great music! Thank you ✌🏼

@ParcelOfRogue 4 жыл бұрын

Well done Megan Linford. Not sure if 30w through a small cab is really enough for gigs though and plastic jacks? Orange penny-pinching

@marceloseventies 4 жыл бұрын

After testing and having several specific amplifiers for acoustic instruments, I can say that absolutely none of them answered me. In addition to being very expensive, they color the sound too much and always sound sterile to me. Currently, I am putting my Martins and Blueridges in a great little PA, the JBL Eon 210p. I pass the instruments, first, through Radial ToneBone PZ Pre and Yamaha THR-10 (to extract and add his excellent effects on the set). Result: firm tones, simple and effective equalization, excellent projection and much, much more return than the so-called guitar amplifiers. Just my opinion, and I've been fighting for 15 years to find the least artificial sounds possible when I need to amplify my acoustics.

@kkdeveauxgue2784 4 жыл бұрын

Straight through PA hmmmm that's old school, I'd go with a amp then project out to a PA sounds like your hooked on your own sound,you should branch out,if your that good

@kkdeveauxgue2784 4 жыл бұрын

It's just too......much hooking things up,sounds like your following someone instead of experimenting

@marceloseventies 4 жыл бұрын

I don't think much of a connection, no. First, because the JBL is very portable, then because the Radial is excellent and also very light. As for the little Yamaha THR-10, KNOWING TO USE, it pays off, and a lot. Finally, it is a setup that suits me much better than any specific amplifier for acoustics, with much, much more natural tones. Electrifying is a necessary evil, that each one seeks the sounds that please them the most. For that, of course, you need to have tested a lot and, above all, to know what you want. Hug!

@kkdeveauxgue2784 4 жыл бұрын

@@marceloseventies WoW you would know better than me that hits point,so you got a tiny Radial (Yamaha) That sounds innovative, Maybe I'm just hooked on my Boss Acoustic live 60 watt,I'm getting that Eon too for $449.00 w/stands plus I gotta get a outside battery charger unit,(playing outside

@marceloseventies 4 жыл бұрын

@@kkdeveauxgue2784. The Radial PZ Pré is one thing, the Yamaha THR10 is another ... how cool you get the Eon, I think you'll like it a lot! But I really think it's essential to use some preamp before him. Another thing I love about the JBL Eon 210p is the ease of connecting condenser microphones. At even relatively high volumes, I easily bypass the feedback, and the equalization works beautifully. Previously, when I tried to mike the acoustics on my biggest PA - Yamaha EMX312 SC + Yamaha Club Series 15 'pair of speakers - the disaster was obvious ... anyway, make the most of your new Eon ;-)

@1madcracker 9 ай бұрын

Schertler Amps has been making amazing quality amps for a long time, disappointed it didn’t even get a mention. It seems you only mentioned the popular big box companies amp$.

@angelazcatmusic Жыл бұрын

i Have the BOSS acoustic singer. and I cant be more happy. the best!

@optimusprimer4392 2 жыл бұрын

I think the orange and the boss would be my top pics

@MrJhony0012 2 жыл бұрын

Fishman LOUDBOX??

@morganalvarez5925 2 жыл бұрын

Would be nice if he could lift the amps and actually tell us how heavy some of those amps are.

@AngguSingsit 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder what you guys will think about the Blackstar Sonnet 60

@alexandercarder2281 3 жыл бұрын

AER’s are crazy awesome 😎 just like that singer

@GaveMeGrace1 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you-seems acoustic guitar amps get by on good sound with smaller speakers than those required for good sound on electric guitar amps?

@tmthanhable 3 жыл бұрын

Marshall produces good harmonic sound

@quarter_moon_and_a_guitar 3 жыл бұрын

Er, Fishman makes one as well

@prspastor 3 жыл бұрын

I had the same thought. They make incredible acoustic amps. Wide variety of prices too.

@Big.E 3 жыл бұрын

P.S love that acoustic singer pro 👍

@JavierMunoz-jl6ul 2 жыл бұрын

She is absolutely lovely.

@dgib1694 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic singing.

@markharwood7573 4 жыл бұрын

I own the Marshall AS-50D and a Laney A-Duo. The Marshall has an excellent chorus but otherwise the Laney is a far better amplifier. The sound is simply clearer. Next to it, the Marshall sounds a bit like a big old valve radio. So I put the guitar and vocal through the Laney and use the Marshall for a Mel9 unit.

@Squeezum 3 жыл бұрын

I LOVE Laney amps! I have the Laney Lionheart 5 watt amp and the Laney Lionheart 20 watt amp with two Lionheart 12x2 cabinets. The only issues I have with Laney is their distributors in the States are hard to get in contact with and have very limited access to gear and accessories. The other issue is they are no longer hand made in Britain. They're all Chinese made and unfortunately the quality shows. If you can get a preowned, Made In Britain, Laney amp, combo, or cabinet, get it if it's a good deal. I'd pass if it says Made In China.

@pvproject8718 3 жыл бұрын

Last song sound Perfect ! Viking vibes Orange and Marshall sounded best for me , She nailed the last song! Marshall is more balanced for me , the otgers sounded too bright

@bennyhill3505 2 жыл бұрын

The AER sounded good, but for the price it should do. For me if you're talking bang for buck it's the Boss all day...

@morganalvarez5925 2 жыл бұрын

The first amp the Marshall looks quiet heavy to carry, the harley benton street60 is a lot lighter

@dadadadave100 Жыл бұрын

She has a wonderful voice

@georgiareb55 3 жыл бұрын

I think acoustic sounds best when played through your PA system ?

@raymondwwe 4 жыл бұрын

How about Genzler and Acoustic image and Henriksen?

@stefs001 3 жыл бұрын

Great line-up . Not complete, which would be hardly possible to do. I used several in the test, and ended up with a Traynor AM Standard. But tastes my differ. Lots of features and power, but very neutral and pure when asked for. Have fun!

@morganalvarez5925 2 жыл бұрын

So far the harley benton busking amp is best for carrying it also has more vocal and guitar inputs harley benton Street 60 folks