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Join me in this journey where I take an inexpensive $50 portable guitar amplifier and modify it into a stage-worthy powerhouse! In this video, I’ll take this challenge – can I turn it into a powerful tool for an “amp-less” rig? Can we take this little toy guitar amp and turn it into a powerful guitar amp full of tone? Imagine pulling up to a gig with this tiny little “toy” amp, only to the astonishment of others in the band alongside the conventional rigs of fellow musicians. That’s exactly what I set out to do!
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Inside this video:Crafty Modifications: Watch as I dig into the heart of this mini amp, adding a speaker output jack and an effects loop. These tweaks aren’t just about improving the sound; they’re about revolutionizing how we perceive portable amps. I’ll also tweak the distortion circuit, the eq circuit, and give it the ability to use with other devices that run Impulse Responses for the best in guitar cab sim technology.
Sonic Explorations: Experience the transformed tones as I test the amp with different settings, showcasing the versatility and depth added by the modifications.
Amp Anatomy Lesson: Gain insights into the technical aspects of amp circuitry. I dissect the amp’s preamp section, explaining the nuances of it’s non-inverting op amps and passive mid controls.
Real-Time Experimentation: I connect this mini titan to various cabinets and load impulse responses, showing its newfound capability to mimic larger, more expensive amps.
DIY Tips & Troubleshooting: I share my experiences with budget electronics, offering valuable advice on dealing with common issues like flaky jacks and circuit board quirks.You’ll love the guitar tones coming out of this modified version:We’ll play this through a variety of cabinets and IR’s. From clean tones to mid-scooped settings, and even how it pairs with pedals like the Black 65 and our Belle overdrive, it’s a sonic feast for those into great guitar tones!
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Overall, this video isn’t just about tinkering with electronics; it’s about the joy and creativity in music gear modification. Whether you’re a gigging musician looking for a compact solution or a DIY enthusiast eager to learn, this video is a treasure trove of inspiration and technical know-how.Stay tuned for more adventures in sound and don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for a front-row seat to my next guitar, pedal, and amp escapade!
Timestamps:
00:00 start
01:34 stock amp tones
02:46 circuit description and analysis
05:22 problems I encountered
06:39 after the modifications
09:11 changing the preamp
10:35 using the effects loop
11:07 Important Message