RE: [Harp-L] Recommendations for an affordable first amp?

["Tom Klingl" <tom.klingl@xxxxxxxxxx>]

I'd prefer the Vox Mini 3 http://www.voxamps.com/uk/mini3/ (which is the
successor to the DA5)if you also wish more honking sounds (amp models at 8,
9, 10 and 11 o'clock). If you want to spend a little more money and running
on batteries is not crucial, try one of the new Valvetronix VT+ when they
come out. Maybe you'll also find a good deal VT15 or VT30 now that Vox
abnnounced the VT+

The micro cube offers less amp models but should be a decent little amp as
well. Try them both with your favorite microphone.

Tom


-----Original Message-----
From: Sean Duncan [mailto:sduncan91@xxxxxxxxx] 
Sent: Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7:27 PM
To: Harp-l
Subject: [Harp-L] Recommendations for an affordable first amp?


I'm a beginning harmonica player but I'm really trying to improve to the
point where I can feel comfortable playing at a few open-mic nights and
busking. I've been searching for a good portable amp that I can use to learn
amplified harp and then go on to use for busking. I'm not looking to spend
more than £100 ($155). Can anyone recommend an amp that would be good for
this purpose? My favourite choice so far is the Roland Micro Cube, is this a
good harmonica amp?