Jazz Amp Heads

 

These are the most common amplifier (heads) that are used for jazz guitar.

See the amps page for a more detailed listing of combo amps and heads that can and are used for jazz.

  1. Acoustic Image
  2. Polytone
  3. Walter Woods

Adding Extension Speakers

I wouldn't combine the Polytone's speaker with a T8 (Raezer's Edge Twin 8). The Poly's rating is actually closer to 3 Ohms and the RE is actually probably more like 3.6 Ohms. (The 4 Ohm is just a "nominal" rating that Eminence puts on the speakers, but the actual load varies with cabinet design, note pitch and some other variables). Anyway, putting to "4 Ohm" speakers together is likely to dip you below 2 Ohms, potentially frying even the most robust amp.

Using a 8 Ohm speaker as an extension usually really works well, but a 4 ohm is a wholly different matter.

From Dave Stephens contributor to Just Jazz Guitar magazine.

Clarus Acoustic Image

(Information from Acoustic Image's web site), click on image for larger more detailed picture.

Clarus 1, List: $649.00

The The Clarus 1 (Model 400 IA) is a compact and powerful integrated amplifier for acoustic and electric instruments. Combining a flexible four-band preamp section and a 300 watt switch mode amplifier in a compact 5 pound package, the C1 provides transparent, powerful and accurate sound reproduction across the full frequency spectrum so that your sound comes through.

Clarus 1R, List: $799.00

The Clarus 1R (Model 401 IA) is a compact and powerful integrated amplifier for acoustic and electric instruments. Combining a flexible four-band preamp section, a sophisticated digital reverb and a 300 watt switch mode amplifier in a compact 5.5 pound package, the C1R provides transparent, powerful and accurate sound reproduction across the full frequency spectrum so that your sound comes through.

Clarus 2, List: $749.00

The Clarus 2 (Model 402 IA) is a compact and powerful integrated amplifier for acoustic and electric instruments. Combining a two channel preamp and an internal 300 watt switch mode amplifier in a compact 6 pound package, the C2 provides transparent, powerful and accurate sound reproduction across the full frequency spectrum so that your sound comes through.

Clarus 2R, List: $899.00

The Clarus 2R (Model 403 IA) is a compact and powerful integrated amplifier for acoustic and electric instruments. Combining a two channel preamp, a digital reverb and an internal 300 watt switch mode amplifier in a compact 6.5 pound package, the C2R provides transparent, powerful and accurate sound reproduction across the full frequency spectrum so that your sound comes through.

Clarus SL, List: $999

Clarus SL-R, List: $1,199

The Clarus SL/SL-R take compactness into uncharted territory for an integrated amplifier. This diminutive powerhouse is designed to accurately reproduce the sound of all acoustic and electric instruments without compromise. At its heart are powerful Class D switch mode amplifier and switch mode power supply that deliver up to 350 Watts of clean, full spectrum power into speaker loads as low as 2 ohms.

More info available on the Acoustic Image web site...

For more information visit Acoustic Image web site.

For some information from used on dialing in that jazz tone click HERE

Harmony-Central user reviews: link

Polytone

  • Mini Brain Reissue

Polytone Mini Brain Reissue, Black

(Information from Legato Guitars)

Just in, at long last! First introduced 20 years ago, now reissued with some of Polytone's recent innovations, the MiniBrain replaces the MegaBrain head. Warm analog system w/ all new ''Harmonics'' network and Sonic circuit w/ warm/edge/drive controls. 20db boost/cut Bass Eq. Three-position Brite/Dark switch. Effects Loop w/ send/return volume controls. Balanced line output jack to other amps. Two speaker outputs + headphone jack. 4 OHM, 120w to 260w RMS. 2 1/2''h x 9 3/4''w x 9''d. 8 lbs. Complete w/ deluxe padded crushed vinyl gigbag w/ accesory pocket & detachable power cord. Works well w/ Raezer's edge cabinets as well as Polytone's new Acoustic Reflections cab.

Harmony-Central user reviews: link

Walter Woods

Look here for futhure reviews of Walter Wood's amps.

Walter Woods amps are truly custom made to order. Call Walter Woods to have one made for you.

Harmony-Central user reviews: #AMP#

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