The Most Popular Combo Amplifiers Used by Guitarists

Based on data from 1,220 artists on Equipboard
Updated August 2021

These guitar amps are incredibly popular for a reason. Each has its own voice and strength, tone, and feel. Here are the three most popular combo amps on Equipboard to plug into.

Vox AC30 Guitar Combo Amp

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Vox AC30 Guitar Combo Amp
The VOX AC30 is a versatile amp that takes overdrive pedals well. It has a solid distortion and a great clean channel. The clean channel still has crunch, and this amp tips the scales at 71 pounds.
Notable Artists
Kurt Cobain
John Frusciante
Kevin Parker
Frequently Used For
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Roland JC-120 Jazz Chorus

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Roland JC-120 Jazz Chorus
The Roland JC-120 is a splendid solid-state amp with a loud clean tone and great chorus and vibrato effect.
Notable Artists
James Hetfield
Alex Turner
Mk.gee
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Fender '65 Deluxe Reverb

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Fender '65 Deluxe Reverb
Popular for its pristine clean tone and spring reverb. Takes pedals amazingly and makes your pickups shine. It has no stock overdrive so if you're looking for a high gain from this amp you might be disappointed. Some users find the lack of master volume is a bit of nuisance, but not a dealbreaker.
Notable Artists
John Mayer
Billie Joe Armstrong
Mac DeMarco
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