[Harp-L] Harp Amps

[Maka McMahon <makamcmahon@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

docspackle  wrote:
  "i'm buying my first real harp amp and unable to make a side by side 
comparison, which i'm sure a few of you have an amp that would sound 
good at lower volume [break up&punch] as well higher volume for bigger 
gigs. I'm leaning towards either a Sonny Jr Cruncher or an amp from HarpGear,any help in this decision would be greately appreciated."
   
  My limited knowledge and firsthand experience, but a fair a bit of recent research, indicates that the chances of a universal solution are limited.  The design compromises in any device focus it towards a particular role and the different requirements between the higher volume gig amp and the required break up and punch at quieter volumes might be difficult (but not impossible) to meet in one amp.
   
  Main options have already been identified - something big enough to cater for the larger gig (and then hope it behaves as you want for quieter requirements) or something smaller that behaves the way you want for smaller venues/volumes and then can either be mic'd or use a line out to the 'house PA' for the bigger gigs (beware the obnoxious sound man!).  
   
  The only other issues I'd throw into the mix are your back (the big amps are heavy!) and your wallet.  HG models usually start at around $750, a SonnyJr 410 or Cruncher will be around $2,000 (both guys post here so can provide more accurate numbers).
   
  As previously suggested, buyone of each type!  However, it really gets down to what you think you will be doing with the amp.  I like quadboxes, so a 410 would be top of my list.  A bit like buying a Ferrari though - do you really need something that goes that fast, or is it just to show that you can?

  Harp gear is as much addiction as it is logic.  If its a business decision - quantify what the business needs and get an amp that goes closest to those specs from a 'value for money' perspective.  If its a hobby interest, which one touches your heart?  Can you (almost) afford it?  Then buy that one!
   
  Cheers
   
  Maka


       
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