Pacifica 112v - but which amp for learner?

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Pacifica 112v - but which amp for learner?
Topic Started: Apr 8 2008, 09:48 AM (286 Views)
Andy	Apr 8 2008, 09:48 AM Post #1
Newbie Posts: 8 Group: Members Member #7,097 Joined: April 7, 2008	Hi, This is my first post so I hope this works OK I am shortly going to purchase a Pacifica 112v as my first guitar to learn on (I’m in my mid 40’s and have been putting it off far too long!) and want to link this up with a reasonable (10/15w) amp to learn on. The guy in the shop recommended an Ashton GA10 but when I looked on line for a review I could not find one. Having looked at various sites, there is a lot of conflicting information. Some sites give the Behringer GM108 (15w) rave reviews whilst others the Roland Cube (15w). Others rate the Marshall (MG15CD) and the Orange Crush 10 & 15 also gets constantly good reviews. The most glowing I have seen (http://reviews.harmony-central.com/reviews/Guitar+Amp/product/Behringer/GM108+V-Tone/10/1) seem to be for the Behringer – but today a guy in a music shop said he would not touch one – most confusing! I doubt so many reviews can be rigged, so could the guy in the music shop be misinformed? I definitely require the facility for headphones and I guess a CD facility would be helpful whist learning? The amps above are all in the Ł50-60 bracket and would seem fit for a novice like me. (Is it worth considering a better second hand amp for the money?) My music preferences would be to (hopefully) one day play some rock/blues with influences being Hendrix / Clapton - although I also like all modern styles as well. If anyone can help with some guidance I would be most grateful. And if anyone has any comments on the Pacifica 112v - this would also be very welcome too. Thanks for looking at this post and if you can respond – many thanks for your time.



Bullet	Apr 8 2008, 10:29 AM Post #2
Admin Posts: 1,833 Group: Admin Member #183 Joined: January 13, 2007	I had the Marshall MG15CDR... it was OK for a beginner, but I advise the Roland Cube or the Orange Crush..... no question about it... one of them and you will be fine. Good choice of beginners guitar also



Andy	Apr 8 2008, 11:26 AM Post #3
Newbie Posts: 8 Group: Members Member #7,097 Joined: April 7, 2008	Orane Crush 10, or Orange Crush 15? Approx Ł20 extra for Crush 15 Model. Worth the extra or stick with the Crush 10?



Andy	Apr 8 2008, 01:57 PM Post #4
Newbie Posts: 8 Group: Members Member #7,097 Joined: April 7, 2008	Been kindly informed that the Roland Cube will save on having to buy some pedals later on as it comes with pedal effects fitted internally as it’s a modelling amp. So looks like Roland over Orange. Any final comments?? Many Thanks



Bullet	Apr 8 2008, 09:06 PM Post #5
Admin Posts: 1,833 Group: Admin Member #183 Joined: January 13, 2007	Yeah thinking about it more... I would prefer the Roland over that particular Orange if I had to choose. Go for that!



Andy	Apr 12 2008, 02:02 PM Post #6
Newbie Posts: 8 Group: Members Member #7,097 Joined: April 7, 2008	I was set on the Roland Cube 15x - but then I saw what a Roland Micro Cube could do - unbelievable! So my beginners set up will be ..... Pacifica 112v (black) and a Roland Micro Cube (red) ! Thanks to all



Bullet	Apr 12 2008, 08:55 PM Post #7
Admin Posts: 1,833 Group: Admin Member #183 Joined: January 13, 2007	Good choice.... glad we could help



Andy	Apr 14 2008, 02:57 PM Post #8
Newbie Posts: 8 Group: Members Member #7,097 Joined: April 7, 2008	When I get my setup (end of April) i'll post some feedback from a beginners point of view about the Micro Cube. Thanks for the posts.



mynameisDavid	Apr 15 2008, 12:18 AM Post #9
Member Posts: 829 Group: Moderator Member #294 Joined: March 2, 2007	yeah either way you would have made a good decision and since everyone is poting their names -David
	Every drop of blood Every little tear Every bead of sweat I LIVE FOR THIS If you don't for something you'll die for nothing


roast	Apr 15 2008, 04:48 PM Post #10
Posts: 551 Group: Co-Admin Member #59 Joined: September 2, 2006	Reviews would be good. I have not used a Micro version of the Cubes yet. -Mick. (I think its mostly me who posts my name after every post)
	Guitars: 2007 Custom Built handmade Les Paul. 2007 Custom Built handmade maple Stratocaster 2006 Stratocaster Luthier Built Fernandes Ravelle Elite w/Sustainer + EMG Yamaha F310 Acoustic Amps: Hughes And Kettner Warp 7 Marshall TSL602 Marshall SLP Cornford H50 Bogner Shiva Fender Super 60 Effects: Morley BH Wah Boss: DS1 CS2 BD2 TU2 CH1 DD3 Digitech Whammy Proco Rat Clone


mynameisDavid	Apr 15 2008, 09:05 PM Post #11
Member Posts: 829 Group: Moderator Member #294 Joined: March 2, 2007	roast Apr 15 2008, 04:48 PM Reviews would be good. I have not used a Micro version of the Cubes yet. -Mick. (I think its mostly me who posts my name after every post) Well you pretty much are everyone around here :lol: i have a micro bass amp but its a peavey lol
	Every drop of blood Every little tear Every bead of sweat I LIVE FOR THIS If you don't for something you'll die for nothing


roast	Apr 16 2008, 03:26 AM Post #12
Posts: 551 Group: Co-Admin Member #59 Joined: September 2, 2006	Point duly noted. :lol: -Mick.
	Guitars: 2007 Custom Built handmade Les Paul. 2007 Custom Built handmade maple Stratocaster 2006 Stratocaster Luthier Built Fernandes Ravelle Elite w/Sustainer + EMG Yamaha F310 Acoustic Amps: Hughes And Kettner Warp 7 Marshall TSL602 Marshall SLP Cornford H50 Bogner Shiva Fender Super 60 Effects: Morley BH Wah Boss: DS1 CS2 BD2 TU2 CH1 DD3 Digitech Whammy Proco Rat Clone


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