Speaker Description: 6 inch Special Design full-range speaker with whizzer cone for enhanced high-frequency response. The effect permeates the already warm tone, rather than seeming to lay atop it, as is the case with many onboard chorus effects. The onboard chorus effect is variable, meaning you can control the response frequency with a simple turn of one knob. When it was first launched in 2017, we believed that the Acoustic Singer Pro raised the bar when it comes to the best acoustic guitar amps. The latest addition to the series, the Acoustic Singer Live LT, was unveiled at NAMM 2020 and offers a stripped-down version of the Pro and Live formats. It has a smaller footprint, is more affordable, and while it does not have the onboard looper, vocal harmoniser or dual DI, it nonetheless has a suite of features that make it ideal for live performance. Onboard effects on smaller amplifiers often leave something to be desired; such is not the case with the Acoustasonic 15’s onboard chorus. Expecting to be underwhelmed, I gave the chorus a shot and was pleasantly surprised. What do you think about that combo? Would you add it to your own gear collection? Leave a comment down below and let me know what you think, I’m really interested to hear your thoughts!

Let’s cut straight to who this isn’t for first. It certainly isn’t for the types of guitarists who like to play big and loud, and it definitely isn’t for those that want to get buried into onboard effects before even strumming a chord. Alright, you’ve heard us drone on about just how special of a small amp this is. But, let’s face it, you need to hear what it actually sounds like in action, Feast your ears on the below: There were 2 channels, one for a guitar input, and another XLR input for a microphone. Each input had its own individual volume control, which really gave the useability of this amp a boost. The Acoustic Singer series from Boss takes the bi-amp format to offer an all-in-one amp solution for singer-songwriters, and its excellent design, tone and value for money make it a hugely attractive choice for any electro-acoustic player.In terms of the settings on the amp there’s a a volume knob for each channel, then a bass, middle, treble, and a very quirky chorus effect which will give you rhythm section a noticeable shimmer. The MkIV is much the same as the much-loved MkIII. There is the Colour switch that can cut the low-mids and boost the highs to help accentuate fingerstyle playing, and this you can fine-tune via the EQ. And transparency is still the name of the game (set at noon, the Compact 60 is totally neutral). But the MkIV comes equipped with an auxiliary input with level control, a pre/post-FX switch to let you place your direct signal before or after the onboard effects, and 9V phantom power on channel 1 to supply instrument preamps without a battery. The woofer features a “Whizzer cone” designed to provide an enhanced high-frequency response; in other words, you won’t lose any of your favorite acoustic guitar‘s sound in the amplification process. On the other hand, the 40-Watt version is a bit bigger and heavier, so it’s more difficult to carry around. The Compact 60 has long been a favourite of professional players for its exceptional performance, delivering a crystal-clear transparency that doesn’t step on your acoustic’s tone.

A smart and impressive-looking acoustic guitar amp, the Fender Acoustasonic 15 amp is a beginner or a street musician’s dream come true. As for construction, this amplifier gives the impression of being a robust and well-made amplifier that will likely stand the test of time. Here’s where it gets interesting. The SFX knob on the control panel works in conjunction with the side-radiating speaker to dial in how much stereo spread you want from the amp. You can leave the SFX off and have your tone poking right at your audience, or dial in a bit or spread it wider with the SFX for a more ambient in-the-room sound. Using the SFX with the Vibratone brings forth some lush wobble and rotary speaker swirl. As to which is the best practice amp for acoustic guitarists, I would have to give the nod to Acoustasonic. I’ve always been a Fender guy in the interest of full disclosure, but I believe that even in a blind comparison, I’d have chosen so.As the amp is quite clearly on the smaller side with the 15 watt output, then you know you’re not dealing with a hefty amp to travel around with. And, if you’re looking for the type of amp to take on tours or on the road, then why would you want a 500 watt behemoth to just plug in and play anyway? So which one of them is better? Well, if you’re frequently gigging, you should choose the 40-Watt version. It’s just better for live performances. But if you’re looking for a small combo to practice at home, choose the 15-Watt model! The first thing you will notice about the Fender Acoustasonic 15 is that it is a small and lightweight amplifier, that makes it perfect for guitarists on the road. Many amp manufacturers have tried and failed when trying to find the balance between size and power, but the 15-watts of power for an amplifier of this size looks pretty good actually. It is a solid-state a small amp with a 6-inch Special Design full-range speaker with a Whizzer cone, that is proven to deliver an enhanced high-frequency response. Sounds nice for starters and this raised my hopes for this amp. For extra ambient depth and shimmer, the Acoustasonic 15’s instrument channel features a built-in chorus effect.