SWR California Blonde II Acoustic Guitar Amplifier (160 Watts, 12")

The SWR California Blonde II offers fantastic sound to acoustic players. With the famous SWR sound and XLR inputs, the California Blonde II is a classic.

Overall User Ratings (based on 30 ratings)
  • Overall:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Sound:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Features:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Ease of Use:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Quality:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Value:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Manufacturer Support:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • The Wow Factor:
    5 out of 5 stars
Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Submitted May 29, 2008 by a customer from msn.com

"Awesome!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I will always search for improvements in any of my equipment, however I think this amp will be with me a long time.
Sound
The best at reproducing the actual sound of my Breedlove Pro 25c of any amp I tried out and there were many. It is pricey but the sound makes it worth every penny.

Musical Background:

active musician

Musical Style:

Alternative
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Submitted May 9, 2012 by Layne Horton in Paradise, CA

"I miss my "Strawberry Blonde", so much, amp, that is. Ha Ha"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Superior in all areas.
Sound
The sound quality of this amp is awesome. It brings out the clear, crisp sound of my taylor guitar. I play Gospel and County music, and I am always amazed at the sound and clearity it provides.
Features
In my opinion, every feature on this amp is well thought out and is very useful. All of the components are perfect.
Ease of Use
This is the most friendly user amp I have ever owned. I use the amp with several pedals and they produce a perfect sound everytime.
Quality
This product is very well made. My previous "Strawberry Blonde Amp" was used every week in church as well as in other activities and it never failed me. It seems that it would last forever, if proper care was given.
Value
There is no question in my mind that this product is well worth the price, when compared to other amps. This product is the Cadillac of Amps.
Manufacturer Support
I never needed to contact the company.
The Wow Factor
This product gets a 5 Star Rating. I just love the look and the appeal of this amp.

Musical Background:

I play a Taylor Accoustic Guitar. I have been playing for over 60 years.

Musical Style:

Christian and Country Western
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Submitted February 15, 2008 by a customer from cox.net

"Great Natural Sound"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I love this amp and I think I will own it for a long time, however like all musicians I'm always open to looking at new products and idea's.
Sound
I have over the past 12 years I have either owned or tryed out just about every acoustic amp out there. To me the California Blonde II reproduces the Natural Sound of my 1996 Taylor 812C with a active Ibeam pickup better than any I have tryed out. A little heavy but well worth it for the tone.
Features
Has all any acoustic amp needs. If you would like more effects the amp works well with effects pedals or multi effects units. Has a great effects loop and you can easily D.I. to any sound system and not lose any of the California Blondes tone.
Ease of Use
Very easy to use. Pretty straight forward.
Quality
Built very well. Quality construction and Quality sounds
Value
This amp may seem pricey to some, but there are quiet a few acoustic amps out there for more Bucks and does not sound as natural as this one.
Manufacturer Support
Don't really know. Have not had to use so far.
The Wow Factor
Visually this amp looks awesome. Not my wife but it its a "CALIFORNIA BLONDE". What more can I say.

Musical Background:

active musician

Musical Style:

Folk, Country, Rock. Blues
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Submitted March 14, 2011 by a customer from waokamusic.com

SWR California Blonde II Customer Review

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Sound
Have had this amp for 4 years and have various pedals and run my martin with fishman under saddle pickup.....sound is distinctive and rich. I am buying a second one so my lead acoustic player can use my old one...I am loving this amp!

Musical Background:

music live on side.....Im the woodshop teacher.

Musical Style:

acoustic folk rock americana roots blues
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Submitted August 27, 2007 by a customer from earthlink.net

"Blonde Is More Fun!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Sound
Of the acoustic amps I've tried, I find the California Blonde comes closest to reproducing a realistic acoustic sound. This is the sound I was looking for. I find the 'Blonde has all the power I need. I've played it in a variety of venues have always been pleased with the performance both indoors and out. I use it as a simultaneous pa system. All the guys in the band always want to use my 'Blonde. I love it.

Musical Background:

Active Musician

Musical Style:

Rock, Country, Blues
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