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Roland JC-40 JAZZ CHORUS guitar amplifier

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The Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus combo amplifier is a 40-watt, 2x10" stereo combo delivers Roland's renowned "JC clean" tone and signature Dimensional Space Chorus effect in a scaled-down design ideal for gigging and rehearsing. Like the legendary JC-120, the JC-40 serves up punchy, spacious sound through two independent power amps and custom speakers. Its durable, road-tested build ensures years of reliability on stage and in the studio.

Benchmark Clean Tone and Immersive Chorus

For 40 years, the JC-120 has been revered for its pristine clean tone and huge stereo chorus. The JC-40 carries on this tradition, providing an authentic JC experience in a more compact, portable format. Two 10" speakers and independent power amps generate wide, crisp sound that cuts through the mix. The Dimensional Space Chorus effect fills the room with lush, shimmering stereo sound. Select either fixed or manual mode for a range of rich, nuanced textures.

Refreshed Onboard Effects and Stereo Connectivity

The JC-40's effects have been updated for enhanced tone and flexibility. In addition to the famous chorus, you'll find renewed vibrato and reverb with stereo operation for immersive performance. Distortion is also on hand, refashioned for smooth, full-bodied overdrive that complements any genre. The JC-40 supports stereo effects devices through its front-panel input, allowing you to achieve wide, dramatic sound without carrying two separate amps. Its neutral tone also makes a perfect platform for guitar synths, amp modelers, and multi-effects.

Ideal for Pedal Users and Easy Connectivity

If you craft your sound with stompboxes, there's no better clean canvas than a JC amp. The JC-40's rich, balanced tone ensures you'll hear your pedals' uncolored output. The rear panel offers an effects loop, line out, and headphone jack for quiet practice or recording. You can also connect optional footswitches to toggle the JC-40's onboard chorus, reverb, and distortion.

Classic Style, Modern Refinements

The JC-40's black cabinet and silver mesh grille pay homage to the iconic JC esthetic. However, under the hood you'll find contemporary upgrades like a lightweight cabinet, a convenient carrying handle, and durable metal jacks. Whether on stage, in the studio, or at home, the JC-40 delivers the sound and style of a legend in a format tailored to today's guitarist.

Roland JC-40 40W 2x10 Jazz Chorus Guitar Combo Amp
Roland JC-40 40W 2x10 Jazz Chorus Guitar Combo Amp
Roland JC-40 40W 2x10 Jazz Chorus Guitar Combo Amp

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  • Power: 40W (solid state)
  • Speakers: 2x10 in. (stereo)
  • Controls: 3-band EQ, reverb, speed, depth, bright, volume, vib/chorus, FX loop switch
  • Stereo input enables players to get true stereo sound with modelers and stereo effects pedals
  • Built-in vibrato, distortion, and reverb effects
  • Footswitch jacks for turning onboard effects on/off while performing
  • Stereo effects loop for connecting external effects
  • Dimensions: 23.4 in. x 17.3 in. x 9.9 in.
  • Weight: 34.8 lb.

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