amps

[cotten]

...Big Ultrasound fan.  The DS4 is superb...

I really like mine, though I don't have an ES-equipped guitar. Great, natural sound, with the right set of features I need in a 26lb. package, including enough power for small venues. For larger places, I use it as a stage monitor and go out to the house PA.

There are better sounding amps out there, I suppose, but not until you spend over double the money I spent on mine used but in perfect shape.

cotten

[revster]

thanks for all the replies. I have my churches pa system to use right now, but we have a roland piano amp that has caught my curiousity. someday soon will be a play day

[michaelw]

if only one channel was required (just for an acoustic guitar), i'd suggest this
http://www.mackie.com/products/thump/
if cost is a concern (they make a 12" & a 15") & one needs more control than the low,
hi & sweepable mid, i'd consider a pre sonus eq3b or a second hand bbe acoustimax

[Magster24]

I rarely need/use my amp as I play mostly out of a PA.  However, for those situations where I'm in a pinch, I managed to pick up a real budget amp, the Behringer ACX-450, for about half the cost new on a local craigslist transaction.

It does...OK...not thrilled by it, but it does it's job.  It has two inputs so I can go guitar and vocal mic for a small venue.  It also has some basic reverb and chorus effects with a footswitch.

For what I paid, I'm happy...but I wouldn't pay full price on this one.

[Guitar Rodeo]

Rivera Amps has an Taylor ES system optimized input as an option for some of their amps. It makes a very noticeable difference and I recommend trying it if you ever get a chance.

[AnandGC3]

Fishman Loudbox mini!
Pretty much everything you need for home and gigs. Inputs for guitar and mic,aux input for cd or mp3 players,XLR output to connect to a PA system,reverb and chorus.
Link:  http://www.fishman.com/product/loudbox-mini

[flaggerphil]

I have a Crate CA30.  Small, but it works for me just fine.

[forhim]

Rivera Amps has an Taylor ES system optimized input as an option for some of their amps. It makes a very noticeable difference and I recommend trying it if you ever get a chance.

+1 on the Rivera.  As far as combos go, both the Sedona 55 and the Sedona Lite has balanced inputs.  According to Paul Rivera Jr., they have a great working relationship with Taylor and have placed the balanced input there so that Taylor ES users can get the most out of their ES system.

My 414-LTD ES system has been removed, so I've yet to test this...

Oh and a nod to the Fishman Loudbox line...they are really great too!

[Fellrunner]

I recently changed from a Marshall AS 50 to an AER Alpha plus.  The AER is fantastic - tiny and light compared to the Marshall but just as loud - it also works really well as a stage monitor (it's small size on a crowded stage is really useful).  It has a beautiful crisp, natural sound and is very quiet.  The AER was not cheap but it's in a completely different league to the Marshall - I love it!

[Gutch]

My primary for the last 6 years or so has been the first generation Bose L1 system with 2x bass modules and the T1 Tonematch.  Makes a Taylor sound like a Taylor, just a *lot* louder.  Last Spring, I picked up a Fishman Loudbox Mini.  Nice little amp for small rooms, and is a whole bunch easier to load in/out than the Bose... 

[thebigz]

I don't own an acoustic amp, but I've gone straight through the PA with good results.

Also, I too have a Fender Super Champ XD and it does really well when on the acoustic setting.  Now if only those things came with 12" speakers!

[Bill R]

The only times I play plugged in I go through a PA.  I do have an older Trace Acoustic TA30 amp which is OK, but not spectacular.  If I were to get another amp I'd consider the Fishman Loudbox mini due to its good reviews and bang for the buck.
Bill

[Drock2k1]

I hope I don't get flogged for this but I tried a fishman loudbox through our PA system and wasn't pleased. I bought a K5 and put in in the soundbooth and skipped the loudbox. Wow! The K5 is amazing! Warm, full, lively.

I would love to use one of Taylors new amps this year but until they are no longer paired with guitars as "Builders Reserves" I will have to wait.

[Jack Gretz]

I use a Genz Benz Shenandoah LT 150.  XLR inputs on two channels, and a parametric EQ on the mids.  Awesome on board effects that actually work. Very easy to use- Very easy to set up.

[sthompson]

What, no love for Ultrasound here?

Edward

There sure is, Edward.  I have the DS4 as well, and I consider it an
excellent match for the ES, Anthem and iMix, and seems to do well
with magnetic, mic and piezo systems,   If I were shopping today,
I'd go out and buy the exact same amp.
st