any chance the amp is powerful enough to use for busking (playing in the street corner), and not necessarily in a room?
1544080
I've used this amp only in closed rooms. When the volume is too high it tends to get distortioned. I don't recommend it for busking.
1544081
Sorry we are anchored in mexico and don't always have wifi. I think it would be ideal for busking. It has a tone that sounds way bigger and fuller than it has any right to. I have a single humbucker and it can growl through the little amp.
1583999
I think you can. I also use it as a bass "preamp" with the output going into a small practice amp. Adds a lot of warmth. Good luck!
937046
Yes and no.. You could rig it to work but it isn't designed for that and would not be very loud without some kind of amplifier.
459776
You should be okay with that. Just be sure not to overpower it or you will blow the sub. I've used underpowered amps on mine and they sound amazing!
1477968
Yes, it'll work fine. If you want the best sound out of them you'll need an amp.
208241
It's a pretty small amp, great for practice or relatively low-volume gigs, but I wouldn't use it in a bigger venue without miking it through a PA. It just doesn't have the power for a full-tilt electric band, but it is a nice little unit and well worth the price.
1494535
As long as u dont rasie the volume too much it should be fine but i would get a more powerful amp
355884
I don't think sow , the amp. will not be enouth , look for something more powerfull Sr.
1812148
yes, it will help, but, in a bout, an open space, remember...you have to have the right speakers to handle the amp. load..kimmy
1992410
If he plays for a crowd, not really. It's good for practicing and playing with friends but definitely not powerful enough to put on a concert. You would need a higher watt amp.
1915164
I wouldn't recommend this amp for that. Its a 2 channel amp, has no speaker inputs only a headphone sized input.
750933
Nope. It's a great little amp, but not quite as powerful as I thought it would be. It delivers great sound at all levels and is perfect for my application, which is powering two Yamaha outdoor speakers by my patio. I bought this with a NFC-enabled Bluetooth Audio Receiver (< $30) and the combination of the amp, receiver, and speakers (which by the way were less than $80) work like a charm. My patio area is about 20' x 20'. If it were larger, I might need a more powerful amp.Overall, I am delighted with this little device and would highly recommend it for the right application.
878611
it will sound good. louder than one might think. i love the little guy. i've had amps for way more $ and be equal or less than good. the el84 plus the 12x7 yadda yadda is the same as a Vox. A class too. sounds like a beatles amp, but raunchier. problems... the cheap ass plugs electric hook up thingsy is eggshellish. cut corners somehow i guess. if you can afford the speaker cab, i'd go for it. the speaker is voiced for the amp and breaks up when driven at the right time. lovely.
1444350
I've done it, gives the guitar a lot more low end and lower midrange than you would get from a guitar amp. Absolutely terrible for a band situation as the guitar won't cut through the mix but kind of an interesting sound if just practicing alone. I actually think it sounds kind of cool for low volume bedroom practicing.
1638394
I have this unit and I would rate the projection as a strong portable practice amp. I have been able to hold my own against 2 acoustic guitars and 1 reasonably amped electric guitar. I have only used it plugged in, so I can't comment if there is a loss of power / projection on batteries. I would say that if the street is not too loud and you are not looking to project down the block there is some chance it may serve your purpose.
2111949
Sure. If they'll be playing in their bedroom...It's a small amp and the preset "effects" are basically useless except for the reverb settings. You'll need to buy some decent distortion pedals for metal/hard rock. If they'll be playing in a metal band, this will probably be too small of an amp. But Orange as a brand is fantastic, so you can't go wrong purchasing larger models.
1182817
I have miced this amp in a studio setting for recording before but I would be extremely hesitant do use this amp in a live setting. It's a practice amp mainly meant for home use.