Guitar Amplifiers

I've been playing guitar for decades and haven't used a guitar 'amp' in 17 years.  The reason:  most processors today (aside from stomp boxes) have stereo out.  I've used a Digitech GSP 2101 rack mounted multi-tube processor and use powered stereo speakers.  If you use a modern processor today it sounds 1000% better if you play in stereo.  You can also purchase the footpedal and processor on Ebay for a decent price.  The processor use to sell for $1200. but you can now pick one up for around $150.  This processor has tons of preset sounds, but the coolest thing is that you can also create your own 'sounds'....I highly recommend it!

Mike

I strongly suggest looking for a DigiTech 2101 processor on Ebay....it's a really nice tube processor with many options for creating your own sounds.  I'm in the process of putting together a few 'guitar lesson' videos on-line...I'll send you the audio as soon as I get the chance.  Ever work with a guitar 'rack'?  It's perfect for live situations....roll the rack on stage, plug-in, and hand your stereo out chords to who's in charge of sound.  Looking for a BIG SOUND?  This is the way to go.  Plus it's also great for the recording studio when recording 'direct'.  Don't spend a dime on stomp boxes until you look at a stereo tube processor.  I've been playing guitar for MANY years and was blown away when I heard the stereo output of a tube processor.  Good luck in search for that 'sound'!

Mike

In regards to processor connections.....guitar to the processor, and the processor (stereo out) to either power speakers (I use Roland MA-8 speakers which are really cheap and great for practicing!)  I don't recommend your stereo speakers as they may not handle the bass end.  Hope my suggestions are helpful.

Mike