Zoom Fire-30 Combo Guitar Amplifier with Digital Effects and Tuner (35 Watts)

35-watt amp. 10 in. driver. 22 built-in amp models.

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44 People rated this product : * * * * * * * * * * 8 out of 10

 

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* * * * * * * * * * 9 out of 10

"Great amp...Full feature set...excellent price tag."

Feature:
This amp has an unbelievable feature set. 11 different drive types, switchable bewteen vintage and standard sounds for a total of 22 drives. Each of these drives can be easily modified using the 3 band EQ and stored for custom patches. The amp also has a built in Tuner! Additionally, the amp has 30 built-in preset "patches" like "wild fuzz", "clean lead" and "m-stack". In addition the amp has several built-in effects, like chorus, flanger and auto-wah. Lastly, the amp has built-in delay/reverb functionality. The features on this amp provide endless possibilities for exploring and finding your sound.

Quality:
I haven't had any problems with this amp. Again, I use it for practice only. The reason I only rated it an 8 is because I'm pretty sure that Zoom had to cut some corners to keep the price of this amp below $300. The comparable Line-6 amp with a less extensive feature set sells for $100 more. I would expect to pay much more for an amp with a feature set like this Zoom. It's a great buy...

Value:
Once again, the unbelievable feature set and the nice sounds make this amp an incredible value. Perfect for a beginner, or as a practice amp.

Desirability:
Admittedly, this amp isn't as cool looking as a Marshall, or Fender. But, the feature set and built-in effects make this a very desirable product.

Sound:
I recently purchased my first guitar with this amp. Although I have nothing to compare it to, I am satisfied with the sounds I get out of this amp. I use it strictly for practice.

Support:
Haven't had to deal with them.

Overall:
I have owned this amp for 2 months and have been completely satisfied with it. I still haven't explored all the possibilities with this amp.

Submitted: 8/18/2003

Style of Music: Rock, Alternative, Metal


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* * * * * * * * * * 9 out of 10

"Awesome Powerhouse!"

Feature:
I've tried a lot of amps with built-in effects. This amp is by far the EASIEST to use. The only reason I didn't give it a 10 is because you can only get one or two effects at a time. Compared to Marshall, Peavey, Crate, etc, it is WAY easier---mostly because you don't need a magnifying glass on-stage to change settings in the dark!! The built-in tuner is outstanding.

Quality:
So far (1 year), no problems. Designed in Japan, built in China, sold in America. Nice fit & finish. I have a metal input jack--never had the problem others have mentioned.

Value:
Very happy with it and recommend it to others.

Desirability:
Already done.

Sound:
I bought this amp as my first practice amp. The price was a major factor (lowest price for the most features), but what really sold me was the versatility and quality of the sound. I was amazed that a little amp with only a 10-inch speaker could get so much bottom. However, a caveat: While it does model a zillion amps, I only use two of them on a regular basis. Clean (with chorus and compressor), and Fuzz (with chorus and compressor). Additionally, it sounds MUCH better with the "Power Damp" switch IN, and the master volume up. I don't actually care for the other settings much (although metal is pretty good), as they sound cheap and tinny.

Support:
N/A

Overall:
I wish they made it with a 12-inch speaker, or a companion extension cabinet with a 12 (or 2 twelves).

Submitted: 12/23/2004

Style of Music: A little bit of everything


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From vintage combo to modern high gain amp sounds, Fire amps give you the tone you want at the turn of a knob. From vintage tube, to acoustic, to solid-state thrash metal -- Zoom amps have it all. The Fire-30 combo boosts the power to 30 watts, and provides a 9.5 in. (25 mm) speaker. The Fire-15 features 22 great sounding amp models and 18 editable Zoom effects. Standards like Chorus, Flanger, Phase, Delay, and Reverb as well as modern sounds like Ring Modulator and Slow Attack. The Fire-30 also provides and easy-to-use front panel control section for Delay and Reverb effects. A Type/Time control selects the type and the duration of the effect. The corresponding Mix knob adjusts the depth of the Delay or Reverb. The Fire-30 also features a Modulation control that allows the user to control the intensity of modulation effects with the turn of a dial. Built-in memory allows you to save up to 10 of your own effect combinations, or "patches". Recall any setting anytime, including effects and amp models. Preset patches are also built-in that simulate classic amplifier tones. Fire amps also offer four post-effect processing tools: Boost, Sustain, Edge and Bottom. Control knobs allow you to adjust Level, Gain and a 3-band EQ with Bass, Middle and Treble controls. Fire Amps even have a chromatic tuner built-in. the Fire-30 features a jack for the Zoom FS-01 footswitch, that allows the user to switch between any two patches in memory. Fire Amps have CD/Aux input, and a headphone/direct output jack, making them great tools for the studio. Zoom noise reduction is built-in, as well as a Power Damp feature for great tone at low volume.

Features:
35-watt amp

10 in. driver

22 built-in amp models

7 effects modules

19 effects types

10 user programmable patches / 20 Zoom preset patches

3-band EQ

Auto-chromatic tuner

AUX input
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