Crate GTX65 Guitar Amplifier with Digital Effects (65 Watts, 1x12 in.)
The GTX65 is a true three channel amp. The Solo Channel features Gain, Shape and Level; the Overdrive Channel features Gain, 3 band EQ and Level and the Clean Channel features Volume and three band EQ. This amp is large enough to use for a band rehearsal and small venue, as well as small enough to use for home practice or even a home studio.
Overall User Ratings (based on 14 ratings)
Submitted December 8, 2004 by a customer from earthlink.net
"Great amp, well made in the USA."
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I'll give this amp 8.5 out of 10. I've really grown to like it and the work put into the DSP and EQ sections was worth the effort.
Sound
Typical solidstate amp. Don't expect that "classic tube sound" from this pounder. It's very versitile, but it takes work. Anything from SRV to Yngwie is possible with a minimum of external devices (extra EQ is all you need). It's loud but doesn't get muddy, great at low volumes (the main advantage of solidstate technology).
Features
More than an average user needs but great for the tweak minded. The only beef I have with this amp is the manner in which the effect rate is set (the tap button). Works well but I'd rather have a dedicated digipot to set the attack/delay time of effects.
Quality
No problems with fit or finish. Very heavy duty and well made.
Value
Good price. Just about what I paid for a not-so-good sounding solidstate amp in 1983.
Manufacturer Support
Haven't had any problems so can't rate.
The Wow Factor
Didn't really catch my eye at first. But the DSP is the "sexy" part of this amp.
Musical Background:
Hobbyist
Musical Style:
Blues Rock
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Submitted January 15, 2005 by a customer from gmail.com
"Many features, definitely worth the money."
Overall i think this amp is awesome. The effects are really cool and i can get just about any sound i want. This amp has opened a new door to my musical creativity. I suggest buying it.
Sound
The sound on this amp is really clear and with all of the different effects, you can play just about any style of music.
Features
I like the footswitch the amp came with. Its really helpful.
Quality
This is a very well built amp. Very sturdy.
Value
If you get this amp, you'll be getting a whole lot for your money. I suggest buying this amp.
The Wow Factor
If you are into different kinds of effects, Get this amp and you wont be sorry.
Musical Background:
Hobbyist
Musical Style:
Classic Rock, Alternative
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Submitted July 9, 2005 by a customer from ispwest.com
"Sounds good enough with the DSP!!"
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I will use it until it decides to move on. Something else will be available by then and so..............
Sound
It's among the best sounding solid state amps available. The DSP is where the difference is. With the supplied footswitch you can select
effect setups and save them, bring them up with the footswitch during your performance. It took me a while to get the hang of it, but in the end it is really very simple to figure out. You probably won't need any pedals, anyway the pedals would add up to much more than this amp cost.
It's hard for me to explain what "tone" is in words, but in a loud band setting this amp blends in very well. That being said, you cannot honestly evaluate an amp at a music store. My sound rating number is compared to other solid state amps, not tubers.
Features
The footswitchable DSP is great. It's size and weight is an advantage.
Quality
Looks and feels solid, nothing loose or rattling.
Value
It's an amp you don't have to worry about, and you can get usable sounds from it. I don't know if a scooter would haul it, but it will sure go along in a taxi!
Manufacturer Support
Never used it.
The Wow Factor
It looks like a sophisticated piece of equipment.
I wish the writing by the knobs was big enough to read without a magnifying glass.
Musical Background:
Enough
Musical Style:
Rock and "top forty"
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