Boutique Amps

For guitars in particular, the range of options is extremely diverse with everything from vintage combo amps from Fender and Vox to modern boutique heads from the likes of Dr. Z. No matter what sort of music you play and what type of instrument you play it on, you can find your dream amp on Reverb.
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How To Date A Marshall Amp
Marshall amplifiers made hard rock possible. They had such precedent-setting wattage and tone that their history can hardly be separated from the history of rock itself. For those looking to figure out how old their Marshall amp is, we offer this shortcut. This guide will help you quickly and clearly date Marshall amps and cabinets.
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5 Vintage Bass Amps Used and Loved by Guitarists
The V-4B developed a following and has become prized among bassists for its ability to get classic SVT tones at manageable volume levels, making it an excellent choice for studio work. It has traditionally been far more popular with guitarists, however, and today it is widely considered interchangeable with the V-4 (if you don't need the reverb).
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The Best Modeling Amps for Every Budget
Modeling amps are great as they give you access to a huge variety of different sounds, and they’re usually cheaper than big tube amps. They come in a variety of sizes—everything from bedroom practice amps all the way up to big, stage-ready units. Here are some of the best modeling amps out there.
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What's the Best Entryway to Fender Tube Amps?
Right up top, know that this isn't a shootout. We're not examining the Fender Deluxe Reverb and Blues Junior in a head-to-head comparison with the purpose of crowning the almighty winner. Rather, this will be a breakdown of what each amp can and cannot do well so that you can make an informed decision about which is right for you.
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Plexi for Less: Great Budget Alternatives to the Classic Marshall Sound
Original Plexis are expensive. Original '60s models often sell on the used market for thousands, and even Marshall's 1987X and JTM45 reissues are rarely seen for below $1000. As such, amp and pedal builders have sought to recreate the famous Plexi sound in a number of different ways to make it more affordable and more practical. There are various pedals that offer Plexi-in-a-box tones, as well as some other cheaper amps that can get you in the right ballpark if it’s the Plexi sound you’re after.
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Sunn Model T Head (2nd Gen) + Model 215B Cabinet | Reverb
The Genesis story on the Sunn Model T all-tube amp beast is really cool. The 150-watt Sunn Model T Amplifier - designed for either guitar or bass - was actually inspired by the technical needs of the Portland, Oregon garage rock band The Kingsmen with their chart-busting classic “Louie Louie.” After six weeks at the top of the charts, bassist Norm Sundholm realized that he didn’t have the power to handle low-end duties in the larger venues
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The Best Modeling Amps for Every Budget
Modeling amps are great as they give you access to a huge variety of different sounds, and they’re usually cheaper than big tube amps. They come in a variety of sizes—everything from bedroom practice amps all the way up to big, stage-ready units. Here are some of the best modeling amps out there.
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Dumble for Less: Affordable Ways To Get That Golden Amp Tone
With the price tags on authentic amp models so high, players and manufacturers alike have sought to recreate the Dumble sound for more affordable prices. There are a number of ways to do it—some cheaper and some more expensive, with varying levels of accuracy. There are direct Dumble amp clones, and there are amp-in-a-box style pedals. So, from straight-up modern amp clones to effective amp-in-a-box effect pedals, here's how to get the Dumble sound well under six figures.
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The Popularity of the Roland JC-120 Amplifier
Can a piece of music gear really define a genre of music? Today, we're taking a closer look into the legacy behind the Roland Jazz Chorus 120 guitar amplifier.
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What's the Best Entryway to Fender Tube Amps?
Right up top, know that this isn't a shootout. We're not examining the Fender Deluxe Reverb and Blues Junior in a head-to-head comparison with the purpose of crowning the almighty winner. Rather, this will be a breakdown of what each amp can and cannot do well so that you can make an informed decision about which is right for you.
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An All-Black Gibson LP Raven, Buchla 208c Easel Command & More Most Watched Gear
This powerful little 1x12 combo amplifier from Two-Rock Studio is absolutely oozing with character. What other instruments on Reverb resonate the most with other music makers? We're highlighting some of the Most Watched items in this article.
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It's Not My Fault that Amps Don't Have "Conscience" Knobs.
We're all trying to find the guy who did this.
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The Best Budget Modeling Amps, With the New Line 6 Catalyst
Maybe you have an amp or two you love already. Maybe you're brand new to playing guitar. No matter what your level of experience or skill, you should consider a modeling amp. Modeling amps vary greatly, but they all allow you to test out a huge range of voices in one unit. In our video, we're comparing some of the most popular budget-friendly modeling amps, and trying to see what tones we can create with them.
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Dumble for Less: Affordable Ways To Get That Golden Amp Tone
From straight-up modern amp clones to effective amp-in-a-box effect pedals, here's how to get the Dumble sound well under six figures. #amp #amplifier #dumble #musictips #guitar #guitarist #tone #guitartone
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The Best-Selling Pedals & Amps of 2023
The pedals list in this article will begin with the Top 10 best-selling pedals released in 2023 (that is, pedals that were available for the first time this year, excluding those that were exclusive-to-Reverb or that benefitted from exclusive promotions on our site). From there, we look at the overall pedal market (new and used), and break out the top-selling pedals in brand new condition in 2023.
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