Epiphone Valve Junior Guitar Combo Amplifier (5 Watts, 1x8 in.)

Feature:
"the best amp in the world has just one knob" - Eric Johnson

Quality:
Sturdy, beautiful, looks like it should cost more.

Value:
If you find better, let me know. You do not need the extras the blackheart has. They detract from the tone. Use pedals to tailor the sound.

Desirability:
Looks awesome.

Sound:
Sounds like a tube amp. What more needs to be said?

Ease of Use:
One power switch, one volume. If you can't work it, put down your guitar.

Support:
Never had to deal with Epiphone.

Overall:
Best value on the planet buy 1 or 3 before they jack up the price.

Feature:
This amp is all about simplicity. In the box you get a small manual and a power cord. On the front panel there is a rocker on/off switch, an input jack, and a volume knob. I actually like how simple this is, very consistent sound. If you want effects you will need to use a pedal, or you can just adjust the tone and volume on your guitar for some effects. Overall, it really doesn't have any features besides being a high quality sounding amp.

Quality:
I have only had the product for 2 days, so I can't comment on long term quality, but I can say that the fit and finish are excellent, really a nice, high quality finish. It seems like this amp could keep on chugging for a long time, just seems very high quality. Also comes with a 5 year warranty. I know with my Epi LP I have had absolutely no problems so I am optimistic that I won't have any problems with this.

Value:
You could get an amp that has more features, but you'd have to settle for a solid state amp. You are paying for the great tube sound of this amp. I would definitely say if you don't need tons of features, this amp is a great value

Sound:
I used to use an epiphone studio 10S amp that came with the guitar package I bought. That thing was a piece of junk so I don't have as high standards as some people, but I know what sounds good. This amp sounds very rich and full, just like a tube amp is suppose to. It carries the sound very good and just made my playing sound 100% better. I was going to upgrade guitars but after buying this amp, I think I will be able to hold off for a little longer. For being a 5 watt amp, this thing on low volumes is great for practicing in your bedroom. I cranked it up to max volume and it is very loud, louder then most people would use in their bedrooms. Overall the sound is excellent.

Ease of Use:
Along with lack of features comes simplicity, and simplicity means great ease of use. Simply plug it in, turn it on and wait for a few seconds for the tubes to warm up, plug in your guitar and you play. No need to adjust thousands of knobs, you start hearing great sound right away.

Support:
Never had to use it.

Overall:
Overall, this is a great little amp. I wanted an amp that isn't necessarily the loudest or has the most features but I wanted an amp with the best possible sound quality. After trying out a bunch of different amps under 150 at the local music shop, I gave up a lot of features and went with this one.