Solid State Combo Guitar Amplifiers

Tube vs. solid state—the never-ending war that has plagued the guitar world for decades. Will guitarists ever decide which is better? Most likely not, but one thing certainly can't be argued: thanks to modern technology, today's line of solid state combo guitar amps have never been so capable of mimicking the sounds of their earlier tube amp counterparts. Whether you're a headbanger who wants to bury their audience under distortion or a British Invasion enthusiast who loves the jangly sounds of the '60s, the solid state combo guitar amp for you is waiting here.

You've probably noticed that our collection is packed with a seemingly endless range of solid state combo amp choices. For this reason, you'll definitely want to think about your own needs and personal tastes before jumping into your options. For example, if you're a hobbyist who likes to play at a low volume in the comfort of your living room, try your luck with something like the Line 6 IV 15 15W 1x8 guitar combo amp. Featuring a wide range of effects, this state-of-the-art practice amp can go from clean American tones to vintage overdrive with the simple click of a button.

Now, for those who like to jam in the basement or garage with buddies, you'll need something with a little more oomph—in which case, take a look at the Roland CUBE-80GX 80W 1x12 guitar combo amp. Boasting a custom-designed 12" speaker and even more versatile operation with connectivity for Apple's iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, this combo amp packs a mighty punch for its compact size.

Want even more power? Feast your eyes on the Orange Amplifiers Crush Pro CR120C 120W 2x12 guitar combo amp. Loaded with two 12" 60-watt Voice of the World speakers, this workhorse has all the tonal clarity and definition that has made the Orange name so renowned. From clean to dirty, the Crush CR120C is ideal for any stage-ready rocker.

And these are only three of the many best-selling solid combo guitar amplifiers that make up this selection. The simple truth is that companies like Fender, Marshall, Line 6 and countless others are constantly thinking of new ways to improve their solid state amplifier designs—and plugging into any one of the models in this section will make that obvious.