Aer 60w acoustic amp12/30/2023 Best pedal ampĭoesn’t offer the acoustic imaging of the older Aura pedalĪnother great name in acoustic analog preamps follows up its pro-grade Spectrum Aura pedal but loses the acoustic imaging feature that was beneficial in giving piezo pickups more of a mic’d character. A tilt stand also allows the Sonnet to be heard more clearly as an onstage monitor with your mix being sent to the sound desk via XLR, rounding out an excellent gigging acoustic combo amp. Phantom power also means condenser mic input is welcome here. ![]() Reverb is an essential effect for acoustic to add ambience and the Sonnet is a treat with four different types, and separate levels for each of its two channels. For the piezo players there are High Pass Filter (HPF) and Brilliance controls to dial in your high end, that’s detailed without becoming harsh. Gomm’s influence is reflected in the Sonnet’s extended sub response that’s ideal for the low-end needs of percussive styles using body-sensor pickups. The result is a 120-watt amp with an impressive range of features for any gigging acoustic player, and a performance to match. Best for giggingĪ proven force in the electric guitar amp world, Blackstar’s move into acoustic was carefully considered and the British company brought virtuoso Jon Gomm into the design process. The 10-degree tilt should not be overlooked here, indeed we think the angled cab approach to design is a valuable feature for any guitar amp, because you need to hear it with your ears and not the backs of your legs.įor singers, the second channel here offers a two-band EQ with its own independent reverb, and the Bluetooth connectivity is a welcome feature for those performers who are playing to a rhythm or full backing track – wired auxiliary-in is also available. The onboard reverb and chorus are most welcome, and combined with a three-band EQ and compact dimensions it’s an ideal option for buskers – or anyone who wants the flexibility to play through an acoustic amp anywhere. ![]() Here we have a rechargeable internal battery on this 60-watt combo that will give you four hours on average at maximum volume and around 12 hours with volume at around half. While a lot of the competition may offer disposable battery power, it’s not sustainable and it adds significant cost over a product’s lifetime. Best premium optionįishman’s Loudbox amp range has been relied on by performers for years and this one is aimed squarely at those that need the flexibility of playing away from a mains supply. And if you need even more headroom there’s the 120-watt Acoustic Singer Pro option too. Boss has also included support for phantom power to make this a very well-considered option for function artists. ![]() We especially like the separate DI outputs for the vocal and guitar to send wet or dry signals for when you need to go to front of house. It actually works without sounding like a gimmick and is great for solo performers looking for added dimensions in their performances. It creates vocal harmonies in either double or unison modes via real-time tracking of chords in the guitar input. ![]() In addition to an onboard looper, there’s a Harmony function for the vocal channel that uses similar tech found in Boss’s VE-8 pedal. But there’s much more going on here for players and singers… And that’s down to some classic Boss innovation with the Acoustic Resonance feature that really does work in giving piezo pickups more of an ‘acoustic’ and high-fidelity sound. Boss really went to town with this one 60-watts and two-channels to provide the foundations for live flexibility, but where the Acoustic Singer Live really shines for us is with its sound performance and added features.
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