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With any instrument, the biggest factor in how you sound is always going to be talent and skill. But the better you are, the more and more the other elements start to affect your performance. Equipment is at the top of the list, and no matter how good your instrument is, it's a simple truth that it needs an amp that can keep up with it in order to fulfill its potential. That's exactly what you'll find in this selection of solid state amplifiers: amazing amps that can bring out the best in any instrument.
There is a lot of debate about solid-state versus tubes when it comes to amplifiers, but the truth is that there's no "right side." It all depends on what instrument you play and what sound you'd like. Where solid state amps really shine is in precision and clarity. They're very technical amps, which makes them perfect for bass guitar, keyboard monitors and guitarists who want a polished tone. They also make great modeling amplifiers, since they can faithfully carry forth the effects of the modeling circuits without adding any unwanted distortion. And on top of all that, solid state amps are the most reliable amplifiers around.
When you're picking out a solid state amp, the most important decision to make is what sort of amplifier you're looking for. If you want something fairly compact and portable that you can pick up and play anywhere, check out the lineup of combo amps. Or, if volume is king and you're looking for a real powerhouse that'll blow the roof off the venue, take a look at the standalone amplifier heads, which you can pair with your choice of speaker cabinets. Not crazy about the idea of trying to figure out which cabs would be a good match? No problem - just browse through the selection of solid state stacks, which already have matching speakers bundled in.
No matter which type of solid state amplifier is right for you, the variety of choices right here is sure to offer it. So don't be afraid to dive in and look around: there are hundreds of amps here to tempt you, and there's no doubt that the perfect one is waiting.
