Guitar Amplifiers
Best Overall
Boss Katana-50 MkII
This versatile modeling amp is perfect for both beginners and experienced players. It offers five amp characters and a range of built-in effects like delay and modulation. It also features power scaling, allowing you to achieve cranked tube amp tones at low volume levels. The USB integration is great for recording and accessing deep editing parameters on a computer
Best for Home Use
Fender Tone Master Twin Reverb
A modern digital amp that closely mimics the sound of the classic tube-powered Fender Twin Reverb. It’s lightweight and perfect for home use, providing realistic tube tones without the excessive volume. The built-in attenuation switch allows you to play at lower volumes without sacrificing tone.
Best for Beginners
Fender Mustang LT25
This modeling amp is compact and user-friendly, making it ideal for beginners. It features 30 onboard presets ranging from classic Fender clean tones to high-gain metal sounds. The built-in effects, including compressors, reverbs, and delays, help beginners explore and shape their sound.
Best Practice Amp
Positive Grid Spark 40
Known for its smart features, this amp offers deep integration with its companion app, providing access to a vast library of tones and effects. It’s excellent for practice and home recording, with features like auto chord recognition and backing tracks.
Best Tube Amp
Fender ’65 Deluxe Reverb
An iconic tube amp known for its rich, warm clean tones and lush reverb and vibrato settings. This 22-watt amp is perfect for recording and small gigs, offering the classic Fender sound that has been cherished by guitarists for decades.
Best for Classic Rock
Vox AC30 C2
A legendary tube amp that delivers the distinctive mid-range bark and chime that defined the British Invasion sound. It’s equipped with two channels, reverb, and a tube-driven tremolo, making it ideal for classic rock enthusiasts.
Best Compact Tube Amp
Supro 1612RT Amulet
A compact tube amp with a 10-inch Celestion speaker and three-way selectable wattage, making it versatile for various playing situations. It offers smooth, balanced tones and onboard bass and treble adjustments, perfect for players who need a portable yet powerful amp.
