What Amp Do You Really Need?

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Here’s a little insight to the age old question of “what amp do I need?”. My advice is to simply read the room. This will help in so many areas of our lives, not just picking the right guitar amplifier!
Small room equals small amp…large room equals large amp. It’s really that simple. Don’t try to mod amps to make them sound like something they’re not designed to be.
Same with the guitar. Just let a Strat be a good Strat let a Tele be a good Tele. Just get nice examples of all the classic stuff and you’ll be just fine!
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@d60guy Ай бұрын

"Read the room"... That is good advice for life; Read the room.

@Baci302 Ай бұрын

Way to shoehorn guitar hacks into life lessons! Ya hear that wives! 😂

@mcpappysgolden 15 күн бұрын

Easier said than done!

@tomcoryell Ай бұрын

Wes Trapp! My first Guthrie exposure was setting up two Deluxe Reverb reissues at a festival for backline for Rodney Crowell’s guitar player. The guitar player comes up on stage, plugs in and jumps into the sweetest jazz jam with the rest of the band. I chatted with him and realized this was no average road dog. Rodney came on and did his wonderful show and introduced the band. He named the guitar player as Guthrie Trapp. I took note of that right away and have been following him ever since. There’s yer engagement Brother Guthrie. Camo hat guy plays Wes Montgomery……cognitive dissonance!

@doubled5383 Ай бұрын

Southwest motif in the room, camo hat, Wes Montgomery jazz on a 335. Nice.

@JustusSeiber Ай бұрын

Was not familiar with Guthrie’s game. Rodney is a certified ledgy-mclegend.

@otisgibbs Ай бұрын

I visit Wes' grave once or twice a year on the southeast side of Indianapolis. Perhaps Indy's greatest son. ❤

@guthrietrappmusic Ай бұрын

That’s so awesome. Every Jazz player I can think of always says Wes was the most important and most swinging cat ever.

@marsantos81 Ай бұрын

You and Uncle Larry have brought a level of expertise to KZfaq that is unparalleled IMO. Thank you for sharing all of this. True legends.

@duaneharlick Ай бұрын

Hi Guthrie: I had a conversation with my wife once where I pointed to my 69 Princeton, my Yamaha 335 and a cheap multi effect pedal (I picked up for fly dates) and said, "right there is absolutely everything I ever need to play any gig anywhere on this planet ever. If I ever tell you I NEED something more, I'm lying!!" Of course, I have tons of gear because I'm a guitar guy, but everything else is for the pure joy. Love your channel! Best to you!

@robertquinn9490 Ай бұрын

Hey Guthrie, I'm still here...been here for every vid for the last 6 years or so. I'm 69 now. Started when I was 14 or so. You've been a lighthouse for me since I found you. Thanks again for all you've shown. I've gone from somewhere, caught the GT bus, and whew....light years beyond now, and speeding into the universe. You've given so much to all of us. You're raising the bar for guitar players all over the world, you're making a difference. Thank you!

@slapthatplank Ай бұрын

We aren't engaging because our faces have been melted. 🤩

@cognoscenticycles4351 Ай бұрын

I went to Jeff Becks house a million years ago and the only amp he used to practise at home was a brown Fender Princeton that he had for many years. His girlfriend/wife ( not sure which) was a cat lover and didn't want the sound of a blaring 100 watt Marshall at home because it would freak the cats out. So apparently the brown Princeton ended up as the default amp for home practise. There's a lesson here that goes way beyond what might be your fave practice amp. It has a little more to do with keeping the peace, even if you just happen to be one of the greatest guitar players in the world!

@Bodiddley788 Ай бұрын

That is so cool.

@PhilsArtDotCom Ай бұрын

I just passed by Pershing street riding down 10th in Indianapolis, Indiana and spied Wes's boyhood home.

@stanesposito2664 Ай бұрын

I've been digging your live clips alot. You are very incredible. Thx!

@aricenciso459 Ай бұрын

For those of yall keeping up with my wife’s story! Cristin is healing from her double mastectomy so good! Drains were pulled out today and we are seeing a light at the end of the tunnel! Eventually she will be back to making fun of me trying to keep up with GT!! This community has been awesome 🩷

@mojodojo5533 Ай бұрын

Great news!

@ericblaich7681 Ай бұрын

Expensive Chords ! So Good ☝️👊

@dowaliby1 Ай бұрын

Best wishes for your wife's continued healing! Sending healing vibes and you are both in my prayers.

@aricenciso459 Ай бұрын

@@dowaliby1 thank you!!

@rigorhead01 Ай бұрын

Prayers for you guys 🙌👏🏻🫶

@philf4086 Ай бұрын

Guthrie - I love your jazz interjections and influence. Really tasteful! And great information about amp selection...

@jasonmaltz7040 Ай бұрын

Man, I love your videos and content. You take a very simplistic approach to everything including gear. I moved to modelers about 7 or 8 years ago and you’ve been inspiring me to go back to a small amp and analog board for small gigs. Probably will keep the Helix for my church gig on Sundays. Thanks again for sharing your talent with the rest of us amateurs!

@profoundsamurai745 15 күн бұрын

Love your playing man. One of the best.

@petermcconaghie7745 Ай бұрын

Great advice and a beautiful vibe there Guthrie - thanks man.

@joshellyson Ай бұрын

We always get good, practical, common sense insights from you Mr GT. Thanks, always need reminding not to go too far down the "gear" rabbit hole.

@albertarguelles3262 Ай бұрын

Brother you play straight from the Soul. Just love your improvs. Don't worry bout the commentsmost of us are just watching and learning all you're sharing. Thanks so much. Your Wes is spot on too,,,

@stevesnuffer3210 29 күн бұрын

Thank YOU for what you do Guthrie!!

@MikedeVeltaMusic Ай бұрын

Thank you Guthrie for all you do mate. I'm a guitar teacher here in Perth Australia and the amount of insight I attain from watching the way you think and play has moved me forward in spectacular ways. I'd just like to exress my appreciation. With your channel I'm moving forward closer to my goals each day! Bless you man. Mike de Velta

@bluffhavenstudios Ай бұрын

Thank you Guthrie, I appreciate your channel

@StuartwasDrinkell 3 сағат бұрын

Guthrie just recently i got on board with you and uncle Larry's train... i have improved in 3 months on rigs, technique and practical approaches to theory than i have in 3 years. I'll drop a comment every now and then mostly regarding my appreciation of how you share this stuff for the love of music! Brilliant channel!

@dhh488 Ай бұрын

I think it's great when you talk about your gear and settings. It helps us newcomers when trying to decide what to buy.

@christophervolas7523 Ай бұрын

I so dig your playing and your musical tips and advice much loved bros thank you.🎶

@nickl2883 Ай бұрын

Alessandro rebuilds modern fenders amps into something special. It’s worth looking into if you’re not comfortable buying a vintage amp but still want something bulletproof. I have a deluxe he rebuilt, been playing it for 10 years. I love it.

@oliverchapman51177 17 күн бұрын

I have one. From DTown Guitars. its Killer. But I use my Champ anymore

@9cyrus540 Ай бұрын

Love the Jazz influence and History! You are are a Star my friend!!!!

@TheBodig Ай бұрын

Thats the absolute TRUTH bout gear !!! Thanks for posting this, your the Man !

@guthrietrappmusic Ай бұрын

My pleasure!!

@Strumbum01 Ай бұрын

Great info, Guthrie. Thank you! Would love to hear about your Tele setup specs and/or tips.

@laveca1 Ай бұрын

One of the best Guitar players alive! How GT is not the biggest thing out there is crazy ! keep killing it Guthrie

@bobwiepert Ай бұрын

I think I now know the reason you play so well.By giving these lessons it helps to reinforce in your mind what you already know. Talking it through and explaining is the formula.We all appreciate what you do in helping us. 😎😎😎

@ptklip Ай бұрын

Wow. What beautiful playing.

@Sammywhat Ай бұрын

The Finest Hillbilly Jazz on the planet!! Brilliant stuff, GT! Love it!! Sounds SO GOOD man!!!

@paulrich6307 Ай бұрын

Great video and I’ve just discovered your channel. Really enjoying catching up on your library!

@Twinhit Ай бұрын

Excellent playing and advice. Bravo! Thank you, subscribed!😊

@allenkennedy6748 Ай бұрын

Unsurprisingly, you hit the nail on the head. Many thanks! Reading the room is your terminology for the nuances talented players look for… The avg Joe is perhaps talented, but still labors under the weight of not knowing how to get what they want. They believe all the marketing and think gear will put them into the next level. It isn’t the gear, it’s the interpretation of the room. It’s like someone wants to drive a nail and picks up a screwdriver. Talking about the three amp brands, you gave a clear message of use the tool (the amp in this case) and don’t presume that’s all there is. It’s how it’s applied. You count yourself as not being a gear guy. But you understand it’s all the tools + environment that determine success. Thanks for giving the advice.

@catlord357 7 сағат бұрын

love the wisdom man. thank you 🙏

@samburgerus Ай бұрын

I love your vids, I was in Nashville in Feb and just missed you. I hope to get back soon and if I do I’ll be sure to see you live.

@bluzzjazz Ай бұрын

As someone who loves playing guitar and discovering new licks and composition, it is enjoyable to watch how effortlessly you navigate the fretboard. I'm a decent intermediate player but watching you and Lil Tommy B., confirms that there is a layer way beyond.

@davidyelland908 Ай бұрын

If only all jazzers were as musical and as listenable as that intro. Lovely GT!

@danbysstation8813 Ай бұрын

Been looking at Fenders lately. Great advice as always from a true professional!

@coraliefontesdeaguiar2333 Ай бұрын

Great ! You play soooo well, thank you !

@theduppykillah Ай бұрын

My man, I discovered your channel by accident I subscribed and I just can’t get enough of it man you’re terrific. Your chops are incredible and your self deprecating sense of humour is perfect.

@guthrietrappmusic Ай бұрын

Thanks a bunch!

@debbieensminger6961 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the info Guthrie! Very interesting about Silverface and Blackface Fender amps. Nice playing too! Very tasteful.

@unauthorized664 Ай бұрын

Thank you. Great instruction on this video. Definitely taken the volume down a bit and working on this stuff.

@farmcatmusic Ай бұрын

Mr. Trapp you are a breath of fresh air. I am absolutely loving everything you are teaching and saying. The truth is where it’s at. Just hearing you teach these fundamental concepts with such confidence gives me so much inspiration thank you sir. This is exactly what I have needed my entire musical life. Please keep doing what you are doing. It is perfect and it is what it’s needed.

@TheRange7 Ай бұрын

I love that combo G, a beautiful 335 with an old Fender combo....that's just perfect in my world. Cheers

@Baci302 Ай бұрын

I love your videos, Guthrie. You’re an inspiration to this 65 year old guitar player. Thats amazing that you were able to master Wes Montgomery’s style.

@johnhardy1269 Ай бұрын

Great informative video as usual. Thanks.

@macoper8er Ай бұрын

Great advice! Thanks!

@astewart9410 Ай бұрын

Beautiful intro playing! I just play at home, and my Boss Katana 50 MkI and 50 MkII connected via Radial Big Shot for wet/dry glory with my Epi 335 Pro and Squier CV 50s Tele is all I really need. They take pedals well, too, but it’s a pretty sweet spot for home playing, and inexpensive too. I'd love a Princeton but I often think it’s just GAS. Read the room indeed! Thanks for the video.

@tomyates2551 Ай бұрын

The amp I need is whatever’s a part of that intro tone! 🔥🔥

@armandosinger Ай бұрын

Nice. I’m starting small with a 5w Monoprice Champ clone and a little Warehouse G8C speaker 😅

@patrickking2317 Ай бұрын

You are an outstanding player!

@danstringer7610 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the good advice!

@EMWoodworking Ай бұрын

Really great video with some good solid advice. Let a Tele be a Tele. Over the years I've used a lot of different amps. Now using a HRDX 3 plenty of headroom

@mattprince9204 Ай бұрын

Love the Wes-inspired groove, Bro!

@NewtNuke Ай бұрын

Always a lick or two to put in my pocket. Thanks for the vocabulary.

@leechild4655 Ай бұрын

Dude that is the key. You know it maybe instictively but ya, engaging your audenice in a positive manner is surely the key to success in any business really. Pretty much networking a lot so it`s not what you know but, who you know.

@markmcnamara4322 Ай бұрын

Happy notes! killer tone! MONDAY NIGHT WILL BE JUST RIGHT!

@EdgarBowlin Ай бұрын

I grew up in the late 70s / early 80s, playing southern rock, got into jazz and R&B in the mid 80s plus soft rock / country love songs and that's where I've stayed. I've ALWAYS had a Super and sometimes a Twin, had a Princeton II in the early 80s, never had a "small" amp again, but always wanted one. Finally, age 57, back hurting, I bought my dream amp, a Fender Princeton Bordeaux / Wheat grill 12" speaker blackface reissue, you know the one! I LOVE IT! It REEKS AND OOZES Guthrie Trapp tone, whether I play my 2000 Fender American Deluxe Antique Cherry Burst Alder body, or my 335 or Les Paul Jr clones! Of course, YOU were a major reason why I HAD to have a PRRI. I am going to add a Deluxe SILVERFACE reissue soon too though - LESS clean headroom to get a good rock sound at lower volumes. Hey, wanna buy my 1975 Super Reverb? New factory speakers, tubes, I changed the important resistors and all the capacitors out with factory spec/brand. Trade me a Silverface Deluxe Guthrie! I'll drive down from Kingsport TN anytime! Haha. Seriously, I'm keeping the old Super Reverb, I'm just not gonna MOVE IT any more! THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO FOR US, GUTHRIE, heart and soul man, you are a great teacher and mentor!

@andyrose2158 3 күн бұрын

Wise words doctor, thanks for your thoughts

@Bob-ir2bj Ай бұрын

Well said GT!

@frankierodriguez8661 Ай бұрын

NO matter the guitar or the amp. It's just your magic touch Guthrie. Beautiful, delicate. Wonderful stuff to learn from. Much love always from West Spain man ❤. Had a few Fender amps and always loved them, crystal clear tone and power if needed. For me their spring reverb is just phenomenal, that with a little overdrive and I'm done.

@guthrietrappmusic Ай бұрын

Thank you kindly!

@frankierodriguez8661 Ай бұрын

@@guthrietrappmusic Always a pleasure to learn from the best: you, Uncle Larry, Shawn Tubbs, Brent Mason, Vince, Johnny Hiland... Oh Boy the list is endless for our own pleasure ❤😂

@richmillerofficial Ай бұрын

You cracked me up with that off road comment! Ha ha! So true, too.

@nate_vz Ай бұрын

The little fender Champs are also very fun in a small room or for home. Also good for recording.

@highspade0426 Ай бұрын

Thank You Thank You. Finally somebody gave the dang amp settings. Great playing. I have a Fender Twin Reverb and Blues Deluxe. Still chasing the BB Kind tone.

@ahall3823 28 күн бұрын

Love that sound!

@davidsummerville351 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the setting info.

@guthrietrappmusic Ай бұрын

Any time!

@jobe7660 28 күн бұрын

Incredible playing wow !!

@TommySG1 Ай бұрын

I purchased a 2x12 Fender Hot Rod Deville a few years back ( the most recent generation, I think it’s a IV but I forget now ), it sounded simply fantastic but my God it was painfully loud in my house ahah! I sold it and purchased a small 1x12 Two Rock Burnside, and even this one can be too loud pretty easily however it’s manageable… the Hot Rod just too powerful but if I gigged I’d still own it for sure. Love your videos Guthrie, your playing is obviously exceptional man - don’t stop doing what you do 🤙

@grantbob Ай бұрын

From 3:50 to 5:09 is gold! Dig it.

@user-ok2ju4lw4u Ай бұрын

great stuff and great analogies.........

@martynspooner5822 Ай бұрын

Words of wisdom from someone who knows cheers

@TyroneNorthcutt Ай бұрын

Good Call. I needed a slap. I love watching DIY and guitar flicks on YT. I rarely engage. I love your content brother. You are a big reason I am playing freer and freer. Not sure other words capture what I feel better than freer. I am trusting it and having more fun than ever. This jazzy stuff is next on my list, it is so cool to mix and match. I have realized I have to dive deeper into theory also. I work a very intense job that requires me to do what I have to do, do it well and learn everything about all the components, actions, tests and reports. There is no one else and I take it seriously. But I have always just fucked around with guitar. By the way, playing a 20 Friedman in my room with some volume, (5), has completely awaked something else in me and I am having to relearn to play somewhat. Keep up the great work, look forward to your content and maybe next time I will have something intelligent to say!

@JoshByarsMusic Ай бұрын

Can’t wait to see you and Uncle Larry in August!

@mdp303 Ай бұрын

Having said that I got a Nashville Tele and I love it. Third pickup is great. Just a bit straty when needed.

@espana2172 Ай бұрын

excellent advice

@jimmyfrombrooklyn8550 Ай бұрын

Hillbilly guitar Deluxe! Love your playing bro and your rule of reason regarding amp size. Sound advice my talented friend

@lexaunculpt Ай бұрын

Wonderful information and perspective! Thanks so much

@guthrietrappmusic Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@danbrewer2003 Ай бұрын

Great advice, my 65 deluxe is arriving Wednesday!

@johnperiard9594 Ай бұрын

Two Vox Adio's in stereo with a Line Selector will cover any sound you need in a small setting. Great video!

@ericlaidlaw5174 Ай бұрын

Man, you nailed it. I’ve got that same vintage 335 and a 68 vibrochamp reverb RI with a 10 inch speaker for practice at home. Need to go back to Wes for a while.

@bryanwilliams6032 Ай бұрын

Thank you! I'm 54 years old and have ability but lake knowledge.

@AdamWellsMusic 29 күн бұрын

I’m loving my new 50 watt Katana. It’s perfect.

@jasonkucharski7411 Ай бұрын

" Expensive Chords"... perfect saying 😊

@AP-ui7oi Ай бұрын

Yoga chords

@andrzejpiwoda2753 Ай бұрын

Greetings from Poland to a wonderful guitarist

@guthrietrappmusic Ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

@Czeskauskas Ай бұрын

POLAND HIGH FIVE :)

@joeldowdy404 Ай бұрын

Amen Mr Trapp!!

@dancrowell2933 Ай бұрын

I just built a one pickup strat with a filtertron wired like a Les Paul Junior. Doh! It sounds epic, but point taken. I love your channel.

@robertritchie2860 Ай бұрын

Got my Deluxe Reverb, Weber F-150 speaker, volume at 6, treble at 7 and bass at 2-3. It's badass 😄

@user-jz4gy2vk4c Ай бұрын

You make a lot of sense

@hansotto109 Ай бұрын

Creating beauty is a duty. For true artists. Details are somewhat useful, but Knowing how to use what you got is the absolute reality of the medium of sound. Many good explanations. Transitions in the jazz ideom are extra precious. I personally like whaling on a fender. I do have a Marshall and a vox. Vic with tremelo does sweeten up and siuck you in in so many ways. Anyhow whatever you got make it work have a good time get the booty shaking and you know you did a good job

@kdavis63 Ай бұрын

Mahalo Guthrie!! Love the CD! Received it this past week! I have a Divided by 13 AMW 39. Love my amp... I have an old Fender Vibrolux I purchased in Germany in the 80s. I had to have plug changed over to US Standard. This a great amp.

@guthrietrappmusic Ай бұрын

Rock on!

@randalltindall7340 Ай бұрын

GREAT VIDEO GT!!!!

@guthrietrappmusic Ай бұрын

Thanks for the visit

@capivaraverde Ай бұрын

Awesome!

@frankadams4586 Ай бұрын

Guthrie's amp advice is spot on. I have a "66 Deluxe Reverb, a '65 Vibrolux and a '66 Super Reverb. The Super is usually reserved for outdoors and bigger stages. I'm not playing the loud blues like I was in my 20's and 30's. My Deluxe covers most of my gigs just fine with headroom to spare. When I'm playing with a larger band or another guitar player I'll usually take my Vibrolux and it's perfect. All of my guitars sound great through these amps, add a few pedals to taste and that's it. I really doubt that I'll need more than 40 watts ever again. I'll leave the 50 and 100 watters to the Whipper Snappers!

@pickplease-musicpodcast1406 Ай бұрын

You are doing a great job Man. Ask questions, reply to the interesting comments, share your experience and everything will be all good Guthrie. Cheers from Poland. Ps. Fender Vibrolux here :) I would love to have a princeton for smaller places and my home.

@taipanOuch1 Ай бұрын

Another Option - I run my twin and my bella on 5 in my office right into a suhr load box or in the case of the twin 2 load boxes(4ohm), Sounds pretty damn good. Way better than low volume amp in the room. Power Station 100 is pretty darn good sounding also with those amps. Great playing Guthrie!

@VonBluesman Ай бұрын

Guthrie I bought a TREX Tube Reverb pedal years ago that is a great sounding reverb in a small regular size pedal like your TREX Tremlo. I used it with a Fender 57 Tweed Twin Reissue playing with friends. I agree with you, #1 Princeton Reverb for home use or small venue, #2 Deluxe Reverb if playing with a drummer or even a louder band, Virbroluxe, Vibroverb, Pro, Twin, etc. I put a Celestion Gold 10 inch in the Princeton, I couldn’t cut the baffle board for a 12” speaker because the amp is a Alessandro Handwired. I should have spent the money on lessons. 😱😂😂🎸✌️

@chadjohnson26 Ай бұрын

Hey Guthrie, Thanks for all the great videos! You and Uncle Larry are treasure chests of information and I really appreciate you guys. I’d love to get your take as to why you don’t use compressor pedals as part of your rig. Thanks again!