how can I increase the output of my guitar amp?its only 40 watts and want to know if its possible to get a little extra juice out of it because i built a cabinet for it and it harld makes a difference.any advice would be helpful
2007-03-16 14:27:25 · 3 answers · asked by i4nitroguitar 2 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Other - Electronics
Keep in mind that those giant Marshall stacks on stage are often only 50 watts, so my guess is that power isn't your problem.
Instead, make sure that the impedance (ohms) of the cabinet match the output of the amp, and that the speakers are all in phase... but more speakers will not make it louder. Also, you need to use an unshielded cord between the amp and cabinet- NOT a regular old guitar cable. In fact, if you are using car speakers or stereo speakers or a regular guitar patch cord you might even be roobing your system of power.
The addition of speakers provides more efficiency and clarity makes it SEEM louder when in reality your ears simply pick up more fidelity.
2007-03-17 02:49:28 · answer #1 · answered by bikeworks 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only thing I could suggest would be purchasing a pre-amp. Trying to kick up the power on the circuitry of an existing amp could lead to a Tim Allen light show!
2007-03-16 21:34:03 · answer #2 · answered by sparkletina 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
...just buy new ones. it might already be overused.
2007-03-16 21:52:31 · answer #3 · answered by Archangel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋