Are these really the TOP 20 amps in the world?

[guitarrhinoceros]

I found this article and disagree with some of the choices. What do you think?

http://www.musicradar.com/news/guitars/the-20-best-guitar-amplifiers-in-the-world-today-515134/18

[Trebor Renkluaf]

No.

[Old Tele man]

...nope, it's just a 'listing' of 20 amplifier manufacturers.

[omfg51]

Yeah those are definitely not the 20 best amps in the world.

[Ben C.]

The amps listed were voted on by the readers, not editors, gear junkies, or statisticians. Just ordinary folks who play guitar; of which we are a tiny, isolated minority.

[HerrRentz]

I'll bet they're their 20 best advertisers though.

[ugameus]

The amps listed were voted on by the readers, not editors, gear junkies, or statisticians. Just ordinary folks who play guitar; of which we are a tiny, isolated minority.

this

[SeanMc]

Since none of the amps I own are on that list, that list is obviously WRONG! :hide

[agradywills]

H&K Coreblade #1. I'll have to check these out then.

[gibson08]

Somebodies top 20,,def not mine, and nobody asked me!! Although I do agree on a few.

[guitarrhinoceros]

H&K Coreblade

Never even heard of it. How would a Divided By Thirteen not make the list?

[guitarrhinoceros]

Really, who voted on the Thunderverb over the Rockerverb. I rarely hear about people rocking the Thunderverb and I seem to always read about the Rockerverbs.

[Blix]

Coming from the "non-TGP" crowd, that's wasn't that bad really, even Two Rock and Fuchs made the list.

[dumbell78]

Number twenty was a pleasant surprise, didnt see that coming. Although I agree not my top 20, heck I would have trouble picking my top 5.

[MadFrank]

I'll bet they're their 20 best advertisers though.

As it's 'Guitarist' magazine, this is most likley the case. It'll have a Blackstar somewhere in there, no matter what! :facepalm

[soldersucker]

Fender Hot rod bles Delx III? I just threw up a bit.

[solitaire]

Very few classic amps in that list. The Fenders, the Voxes... possibly some of those boutique ones I'd leave in. But I gather the list is for currently produced and fairly new models.

[GuitarsFromMars]

Was someone expecting to find a K&M Custom on the list(LOL)?

[bilbal]

"In the world" is a bit much. Add to that the subjectivity of the word "best" and this list is about as useful as the '100 best guitarists' that Rolling Stone publishes.

My .02

[rlord1974]

That list is an absolute disgrace.

[muffinMan74]

But I gather the list is for currently produced and fairly new models.

that was my take as well, sort of like the title says "in the world today"; in that case I'm guessing the list is probably somewhat close to sales figures/trends of well-known current production amps. Sure your Tone King/Bruno/Super Bass/whatever is obviously superior but not relevant or visible to the voters in that article

(says a Mark V owner) :hide

[fulltone1989]

I think 1 and 2 should be reversed at least.

[Nelson89]

I find it hilarious that the AC30C2 ranked higher than the AC30HW2X....

Can't quite understand why the Fender Hot Rod Deluxe is in there as well...but oh well

[riffmeister]

I love lists.

[tonegangster]

FAIL

[tw6t6]

where was line 6 and Dumble? :D

[sanrico]

I just want to know where I can get a Deluxe Reverb in that cool blue tolex color?

[thehikingdude]

where was line 6 and Dumble? :D
You beat me to it. Where's the Line 6 Spider Jam? I had one about 4 years ago when I lived in an apartment. It should have been #1.

[Jesus freak]

Ghia and no Maz?!? I dont think so.

[LPMojoGL]

I don't think it was a horrible list. Most of the major manufacturers were fairly represented.
Coreblade surprised me. Never heard of that.
Blackstar HT40 shouldn't have made that list. Blegh. Maybe their little 5 watter.
I guess that list is influenced by the physical location of the magazine putting the list together.

[Kitten Cannon]

Chances are they let their readers do the voting, and it wasn't a multiple choice list... and only 20 people voted.

[Calaban]

Lists are silly. And this list is incredibly silly.

Really, who voted on the Thunderverb over the Rockerverb. I rarely hear about people rocking the Thunderverb and I seem to always read about the Rockerverbs.

I have played both and I MUCH preferred the Thunderverb over the Rockerverb. Way warmer and more vintage sounding to my ears. But I suppose it's all what you're going for. I never turned the gain up past noon.
I like vintage. Me no likey modern high gain.

[stratsnboogies]

no, no, no

[T.Wesley]

Who cares about lists??

My top amps are all that matter to me.

Use your own ears, form your own opinions.

[guitarz1972]

I've not played the Coreblade so maybe it's awesome for all I know, but as soon as I read "onboard digital effects..."

[bismark]

Since none of the amps I own are on that list, that list is obviously WRONG! :hide

I agree. My amp is not on the list too. What nerve! The list is absolutely disgraceful. :FM

[SteveO]

Since none of the amps I own are on that list, that list is obviously WRONG! :hide

My amps are on the list, but I still think it's goofy. The best amp is the one that works best FOR YOU.

[big mike]

Ghia and no Maz?!? I dont think so.

Love me some ghia. Badass amps
For my taste, prefer it over the Maz except maybe the original mazerati.

[Peeb]

Very silly. But lists are always fun, so no harm.

[big mike]

And way wrong Marshall.

[Jack Gilvey]

Non-TGP = reality. But still, no Gorilla?

[mannish]

Absolutely it saisd so on the internet

[Fuchsaudio]

Coming from the "non-TGP" crowd, that's wasn't that bad really, even Two Rock and Fuchs made the list.

Really, I started clicking through the list and wrinkling my nose, then I went "hey" !

[Troy T. Blues]

Fender Hot rod bles Delx III? I just threw up a bit.

Before I even looked, I knew that a Fender Hot Rod something would be on list. I will say this...I've seen more of those type of amps in clubs than any other amp. It's not what I use, but just an observation.

[big mike]

Before I even looked, I knew that a Fender Hot Rod something would be on list. I will say this...I've seen more of those type of amps in clubs than any other amp. It's not what I use, but just an observation.

Hey if you're a pedal guy, need a good solid clean, they work well.
Even Michael Landau is touring the clubs with them. (changed speakers of course).

[zzmoore]

I talked to the 20 best amp techs, of the 20 best guitar players in the world..... and they said yes.
So those ARE the best.

[harryjmic]

The thing which was not posted is the list only had those 20 choices.

[Troy T. Blues]

Hey if you're a pedal guy, need a good solid clean, they work well.
Even Michael Landau is touring the clubs with them. (changed speakers of course).

That's very true Mike.

[aT19er]

Not a bad list... Not what I would have picked though.

[RedTiger]

"Most Popular" would probably have been a better title.

Some of those 20 are probably among the most popular in the world. Mesa Boogies and 6505's on the top 10 makes perfect sense. Countless albums and have been recorded with those and countless live shows have been played with them. I'm genuinely surprised to see Dr. Z and Two Rock, not the other way 'round.

[IronChefChris]

I totally agree with the choice. Hughes and Kettner build the best amps I've seen. I like seeing them get some love, they deserve it

[Nickstrtcstr]

I am surprised that the Mesa Lonestar Special wasn't on that list. It is the one amp that I haven't heard many people here rag on. That has to say a lot.

[rumblebox]

I stopped looking when i saw the dual rectifier. Not my cup'o'tea.

But yea. The lonestar should definitely be on the list.

[danonbass]

Can't quite understand why the Fender Hot Rod Deluxe is in there as well...but oh well

I'll never understand why people crap on a Hot Rod Deluxe. It's a seriously good sounding amp. Sure some are better, but you can walk on to any stage in the country with a Fender 1) Hot Rod Deluxe 2) Hot Rod Deville or 3) Deluxe Reverb, and you will know exactly what you are gonna get out of it.

Nothing on you personally, Nelson, it's just a sentiment that I don't understand.

[big mike]

Shit if I had to do a gig tonight and I had no gear, I know I could walk out of a fender dealer with a hot rod deluxe, a standard telecaster, and a tube screamer and get through 90% of anythign I'd have to do, and still sound good.

[keepingitweird]

Just FYI - the Coreblade is the uber metal version of the switchblade...2 preamp tubes, digital onboard effects, very non-organic. A slight hop above the L6 POD stuff IMHO

[eddyrox]

Shit if I had to do a gig tonight and I had no gear, I know I could walk out of a fender dealer with a hot rod deluxe, a standard telecaster, and a tube screamer and get through 90% of anythign I'd have to do, and still sound good.

a BIG +1!! (and GO RAY-DAHHHHS!)
ps - what's up with our cornerback situation...Dennis Allen's got to work on the secondary (not to mention Rolando's legal situation....):bonk

[wizard_23]

Shit if I had to do a gig tonight and I had no gear, I know I could walk out of a fender dealer with a hot rod deluxe, a standard telecaster, and a tube screamer and get through 90% of anythign I'd have to do, and still sound good.

:agreeAgreed.. I'd personally hope that the store had a Blues Driver instead of a Tubescreamer, but I share the same sentiment.

I haven't played enough amps to make a top 20 and the other issue is, that while I can appreciate certain amps, they just aren't for me. Such a subjective thing, these lists don't really do much for me.

[Polynitro]

check out the top 10 blues amps, y'all are gonna freak out!

http://www.musicradar.com/tuition/guitars/the-10-best-amps-for-blues-guitar-263987/11#!2

[GibsonLives]

Seems we all crap on these types of lists (myself included), but we all read them (again, myself included); no further explanation is required for why these lists keep getting made.
Steve

[pima1234]

Um... NO! lol

No Dumble, Alessandro, Landry, Carol Ann, only one Two Rock, and there are tons of other real amp makers out there who are making killer products. My JCA for instance! And I can't leave out Maven Peal.

[Gearopenia]

Black star is way better than Dumble-- lol

[Veritas]

Did I catch a "Coreblade" in there? haha....

[Cottage]

I'll bet they're their 20 best advertisers though.

Agreed!

[userd]

I just ordered all of them

[annasu]

Since none of the amps I own are on that list, that list is obviously wrorry.:huh

[mcdes]

Ain't much id be gushing at in there!

[yodagruv]

Um, raise your hand if you think any of the current production Vox amps match up to a JMI ac... Or if a Laney should be on there without a 65amps model on the list.

[bellyrubs]

Where is the MORGAN???????

[Jahn]

I think the #1 choice pretty much spells out the core voters for that poll:
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Ladies and gentlemen, we have a winner. Your votes have crowned the Hughes & Kettner Coreblade 'the best guitar amplifier in the world today.' An unlikely champ? Perhaps, but there's no denying that Hughes & Kettner is a brand synonymous with quality and reliability. The Coreblade is a valve-powered beast of a flagship head with onboard digital effects, full MIDI control and everything that the modern touring heavy rock guitarist requires, including stadium-filling high-gain sounds.

[dusty tolex]

it's a sop to advertisers. The key thing is that every mainstream guitar amp maker is represented, absent, I guess, Ampeg (do they still make guitar amps?).

Coincidence? I think not.:-)

dt

[Fuchsaudio]

it's a sop to advertisers. Coincidence? I think not.:-) dt

I don't think Two Rock advertised with them, and I KNOW Fuchs did not....seems off point.

[ggwwbb]

Since this is the "No. 1 website for musicians" that compiled this list, it surely is the most definitive, be-all end-all list......My guess is that the emporium will be over run with sellers purging their collections to be able to afford one of everything on this list.......

:sarcasm

[hotraman]

H&K Coreblade

Never even heard of it. How would a Divided By Thirteen not make the list?

:agree

[rwe333]

No Fryette? No Victoria?

[Pietro]

Those are the best amps in the whole world. DO you know how I know?

Simple. The list is on the interwebz. Nothing on the interwebz is ever untrue. You can believe it all... it makes you a more selective human than the guy who doesn't believe anything.