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Originally Posted by: gordieproulx[br]In looking at a lot of the songs, the instructors provide a gear breakdown of amps used, etc. I was wondering what I could use instead, at this early point in my instruction, to somewhat imitate that equipment. Are there effects boxes that I could plug into my computer, etc? Some all in one combo effects boxes that guitarists prefer using in general, until I can afford to buy Marshall amps and whatnot :)
That depends on your skill level & what style of music you want to play.
If you are still a beginner & working through the Fundamental Courses, then that amp is fine as you need to build your skills & technique before an amp with bells & whistles is going to benefit you.
If you can already play a bit & are already working on one of the style courses, or learning songs, then you might consider a modeling amp, like a Boss Katana, Line6, Fender Mustang, etc. A small practice amp that has lots of effects built in!
If you are computer-tech savvy & comfortable with going digital, you could just get a software package of virtual amps.
https://www.sweetwater.com/c707--Virtual_Guitar_and_Bass_Software
Hope that helps! Please ask more if necessary & have fun!
Christopher Schlegel
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