Loadshedding has been with us since 2008, and unfortunately there isn’t currently an end in sight. While there’s very little we can do about this, we’ve all been forced to find productive ways of keeping ourselves busy for two and a half hours at a time.
For guitarists, it’s a no brainer – Get some practice in.
For electric and bass guitarists specifically, though, it’s not always that simple. Finding a reliable amplification solution for loadshedding practice is often easier said than done.
In the pursuit of simplifying things, we’ve put together a list of our top 5 loadshedding practice solutions for electric guitarists.
Number 5
The Vox AmPlug 2 - Headphone Guitar Amplifier
If price and simplicity is what you’re after, the Vox AmPlugs offer a plug-and-play headphone-based solution.
The AmPlug plugs directly into your guitar by way of a 180-degree rotational foldable plug mechanism, and offers serious sound; occupying virtually no space.
The AmPlug is available in an array of models, offering different tones and effects.
Number 4
The Boss Pocket GT - Pocket Effects Processor
What do you get when you cross Boss’s legendary guitar effects processing, an integrated YouTube learning platform, Bluetooth streaming, and USB audio interface capability… and put it all in a pocket-sized unit you can take anywhere?
Well… you get the Boss Pocket GT. The pocket-size amp/effects processor pairs with your smartphone or tablet to create the ultimate go-everywhere lesson/rehearsal studio.
Number 3
Fender Mustang Micro - Personal Guitar Amplifier
The Mustang Micro is a complete personal guitar amplifier featuring a wide selection of tones from the wildly popular Mustang series of guitar amplifiers. Plug directly into your guitar, connect your favorite wired headphones, choose your perfect amp and effect settings, and enjoy private practice with stellar amplification
Number 2
Laney Mini-ST - Battery Powered Guitar Amplifier
Kicking out an impressive 6 Watts of power through two 3″ full range drivers, and powered by 6 AA batteries, the Mini-ST range delivers a Stereo guitar playing experience that’ll fit in your backpack, your bedside table, or your kitchen counter.
Number 1
Boss WAZA-AIR - Wireless Guitar Amplification Headphones
Introducing the Boss Waza Air; a set of headphones designed to fuse Boss’ legendary amplification and effects modelling with groundbreaking spatial audio technology. In essence, the Boss Waza Air creates a moving 3D virtual space to deliver natural “amp-in-room” tone that’s rich, resonant, and infinitely inspiring.
For our number 1 pick, the Boss WAZA-AIR was a no brainer. The ability to play as if in a real 3D space, and be surrounded by a virtual band is just too immersive to ignore.
