Crate GT212 Guitar Combo Amplifier (120 Watts, 2x12 in.)

Two 12 in. speakers. 120 watts RMS.

Overall User Ratings

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10

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"Don't wait!!"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Support:
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Feature:
1 crisp clean channel, 1 raspy rythyn channel and 1 "slap yo momma in the face" solo channel, what more do you need? I had 2 with all of the effects and they suck!

Quality:
Like a tank!

Value:
You cannot beat it, I tried.

Desirability:
Looks like an amp is supposed to, no sissy colors!

Sound:
I have went through a Behringer V-ampire, a Behringer V-tone 212 and this blows them away!!!! This thing will make your ears bleed. Make sure you buy a wha pedal (cry baby not hell babe) and life will be good.

Ease of Use:
It's so easy a caveman could do it.

Support:
Don't know and hope to never find out.

Overall:
This will be my sons amp when i'm done with it!

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"I LOVE CRATE!! now i do anyway, thanks to this amp."

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
 
 
 
Feature:
I'm glad crate didn't throw in too many things to make it complicated. It doesn't settle for the bare minimum, or make the price jacked up with a bunch of features you don't need. Everything is perfect; just like you want them.

Quality:
Crate rhymes with great! Seriously this thing is tough. I can just feel that i could be taking this thing on tour for years and it woulds stand up. I don't want to put it throught too much abuse though. I've only had it for a weekend and it's already my baby.

Value:
DO NOT PASS THIS UP!! I REPEAT: DO NOT PASS THIS UP!! i was about to get a behringer but when i saw this WHOA!! u can't beat the price. forget the marshall forget the fender, u'l save hundreds with using this. DON'T WAIT!!

Desirability:
I LOVE IT. If this amp was a woman, she'd be beautiful. But seriously folks, this thing looks like an amp should. It looks ready to rock. It looks like it wants to own the stage. And it will.

Sound:
Oh my gosh... it says "CREATE YOUR OWN SOUND" on the box. They're not joking. I can get any sound i need out of this bad boy and i LOVE IT. The solo channel is saturated with a thick, beasty distortion that is PERFECT for metal. The rhythm channel is raspy and trashy and sounds great with blues and pop punk (my personal preference. set the gain to 9, low to 10, med to 7 and high to 4 and it sounds awesome). and the clean channel is super crisp and clear. chances are you might spend a little bit of time fiddling with the EQ to find ur perfect tone (i did), but once you do you won't want to turn it off.

Ease of Use:
Maybe it's because i had a behringer before this (and i've found that their equalizers are a little wierd) so it took me a while to figure this one out. But the manual has a little page with equalizer suggestions that will give your amp different sounds. Once i tried those out, I got the hang of it and it was smooth sailing.

Support:
Has plenty of phone numbers and stuff, but i doubt i'll ever need it. Plus, it has a 5 year warrantee.

Overall:
Awesome sound, great appeal, excellent features, simplicity and a price that'l make your jaw drop. Don't waste your money, folks. Get a Crate.

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Crate GT212 Guitar Amp Customer Review

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
 
 
 
Feature:
Includes foot switch to change between channels and to operate Reverb. Instructions for hook-up and use less than adequate.

Quality:
Built tough and looks great! Should hold up to pretty much anything. parts and assembly look good, also.

Value:
Worth every dime I paid for it.

Desirability:
Sleek.

Sound:
Clean to Mean!!!!!!!!!! Played a BC Rich Dark Arts Warlock through this puppy and the tone was SMOKIN' Reverb not very good.

Ease of Use:
Easy to use unless you've never operated an amp before. Manuel great except for foot switch use.

Support:
Never used.

Overall:
Will keep indefinitely! Good for practice or gig. If it was lost or stolen, I would buy another. Sound perfect for country, rock or metal. Do your self a favor and get this amp! Great tone for a solid state amp! I own a Mesa Stiletto Trident and this amp has equal to or better tone, especially in the clean setting.

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"This is a large step up from your average amplifier."

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
 
 
 
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Feature:
The features that come with this amp are acceptable. Three channels; with all of which you can easily find a good sound. The footswitch was a nice bonus and you can even control the reverb with it.

Quality:
Good quality amp. It's very hefty, coming it at around 50 pounds. Its sturdy, stable and makes for a nice seat. The knobs don't feel cheap and the handle does it's job.

Value:
Don't waste your time with the upper scale, name brand amps. Sure they sound great. But give this one a chance, because it does the job and you could buy a few different accesories with the money you save by purchasing this one.

Desirability:
This has a basic amp design. There really isn't much of anything that pops out and grabs you. But, I really don't care how my amp looks. Isn't the guitar supposed to display your personality?

Sound:
The sound of this amp is outstanding. It is unbeatable for the price and I am very pleased with my purchase. There isn't any buzzing when I am not playing and the Solo channel is very cool.

Ease of Use:
I plugged it in, and played. Chances are if you are buying this amp, you'll pretty much understand how to use it.

Support:
I wouldn't know because it hasn't been neccesary for use, yet. But it does come with a 2 Year warrenty on both speakers and a 5 year warrenty on all electronics. Both of which are free of charge.

Overall:
Overalll, this amp is a great buy. I am very pleased with the quality, sound, and features. And it is simply put, worth your money.

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"Buy it already!"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * . . . . . 5 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
 
 
 
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Feature:
Features are pretty standard. I specifically didn't want the onboard DSP which impactss the amp's overall tone. Glad I caught this one before they ran out. GTs are no longer being produced. I have a gt65 too.

Quality:
You know, this amp is a wonder of minimalism and utility. Yeah, I know it doesn't have audiophile components and a cabinet made from rare rainforest woods. But, darnit - it still sounds pretty good. Crates are known for being robust - not breaking down.

Value:
Huge value for me.

Desirability:
It is plain black - nothing that would turn heads down the street or anything.

Sound:
You could do alot worse for $200. This amp has plenty of volume and distortions are good IF you use the EQ!! Clean is nice and punchy and warm. Oh yeah...if you turn it to 10 - it won't sound nice. So don't turn it to 10, OK? ;-)

Ease of Use:
Very Easy. Just turn the EQ until it sounds good. DON'T crank thr trebles too high though - ouch!

Support:
Pretty good.

Overall:
This will be my kids first amp when I stop playing it.

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"OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
 
 
 
Feature:
The features with is amp are great. The channel pedal that comes with the amp is great for live performances and what not. There is nothing I would want more than whatalready comes with this amp.

Quality:
For the price, this product is exellent. It is 100% durabal. I am very happy with what I have and I trust this amp and the people who make them.

Value:
This amp is worth every penny! For a 120 watt RMS combo amp, I have never seen a better deal. Every single thing about this amp is worth the price.

Desirability:
This is a stunning beast! very large and powerful looking for a combo. Trust me the chicks will drop dead when they see this.

Sound:
When it comes to sound, this am rules all. I play heavy/death metal music with my band and the distortion you can get on this baby's 3rd channel is unbelivable! This is a loud amp!!! The reason I bought his amp was because that my drummer was playing to loud. But now that I have the good old 120 watts, he cant even hear himself play!!!

Support:
Do not have to yet!

Overall:
I will always have this amp. It is exellent in every way. I think if Crate keeps making these then there will be a new word to describe sound. I love this amp more than anything!!!!

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"Best for the buck"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
 
 
 
Feature:
The footswitch is amazing. It originally attracted me to buy one, and I have to say its awesome. Its so easy switching between settings. I also like the cd input, used it once or twice and its handy for practicing.

Quality:
This thing is solid as a rock. Nothings broken yet and Ive had it for about half a year. For some reason something rattles when you move the amp around a lot, but i don't know what it is. It doesn't really bother me that much though.

Value:
You may be thinking, "eh 120 amp for under 200 bucks? and its crate? no way" I thought the same. But this baby can do it all. Its the best for the buck. Get it, you'll be as happy as I am.

Desirability:
The price and the foot switch made me go for this amp.

Sound:
The settings on this amp are pretty good. The clean does the job when I need it, however I don't use it a lot. The rhythm setting gives that nice classic rock sound and it has great distortion. The solo rhythm is sickk. The shape knob is awesome since you can scoop your mids and such, going from sweet solo sounds to heavy chunky metal distortion. I wouldn't buy a distortion pedal as this amp I believe gets the job done. Plus its loud as hell, still haven't turned it up all the way, even at gigs. This is no Marshall but it doesn't matter. I love the tone and the sound from this.

Ease of Use:
Very easy to modify the sounds and to get different tones, especially on the solo channel.

Support:
Never had to call them because nothing ever happened

Overall:
Sure this amp cant compare to a Mesa Boogie, Fender or Marshall, but I love it so much. If it were stolen I would definitely buy another one. I used to think negatively about crate but now I respect them so much more, this amp has great tone, volume, and features. Sure there aren't effects, but with the money you save, you can get a couple pedals if you really want them.

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"Perfect for gigging guitarists"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
 
 
 
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Feature:
Real 3 channel operation, perfect for a crisp clean, a dirty crunch, and a full on power lead with no level fluctuation unlike some amps with 2 way channels and such.

Quality:
Sturdy as can be, could throw it off a building and be good to go. Basic black is all ya need but still sexy and sleak.

Value:
120 Watts, True 3 channel, rediculous power, and perfect sound. Perfection!

Desirability:
Looks great, sounds better, what more is there?

Sound:
Very impressive clean sounds, and even better distortion sounds. I thought about buying a Carvin Tube Half Stack but I am glad i saved 750 buks and still have a sweet amp.

Support:
NA so far. no problems.

Overall:
Absolutely best bang for the buck amp out there. Crate amps are great amps at great price, Why buy Marshall and buy the name and the pretty inscription on the cab?

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"METAL MACHINE"

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10