All user reviews for the AER Compact 60

AER Compact 60
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UTILIZATION

Very easy to use and very versatile
with a steel guitar
with a nylon guitar
with an electric guitar (his jazz mico severe)
singing
by repeating
with the dobro
short, I am really very happy.
taken up by the sound of the XLR output is even better

SOUNDS

I use it with my takamine ean15c and a Regal dobro with the microphone is a serious fender tele
The sound is very neutral and restores the sound of many instruments
I just use the reverb

OVERALL OPINION

Two years of use is 3 hours per week
never encountered any problems
it is more lightweight and compact

Transistor 60 W, all is said in other reviews. I emphasize: amazing strength and weight.

UTILIZATION

Very simple configuration, style fisher price, however I did that four years.

SOUNDS

I play with multiac godin nylon Joe pass epiphone, jazz and bossa, I use the reverb. It's delicious. The singer connects with me and it bothers me not at all, the sound is niquel.

OVERALL OPINION

For a year I got for my birthday three years as a gift from my parents. I like its weight, clear sound (I even know if it is a distortion). Before that I had a roland jazz chorus 127 kg with a sound of shit. The value for money is unbeatable, I'm so happy that I feel I have received as a gift, really 800 euros for that is the dream. Now I need all the other amps aer please. I accept the donations aer. I aer, aer I love you, ik libe dich aer, aer, do you Baize?

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UTILIZATION

This gives her IMMEDIATE superb clear, trs really beautiful. The manual is not necessary (I got mine - in French - on the internet)

SOUNDS

I play a little bit of everything (blues, jazz, pop rock, folk ...). I use an acoustic guitar team of a B-Band, the sound is pure trs, nothing wrong. I use also an ES335, jazz sounds are perfect for trs. When I want a little cruncher j'intercale a PDAL (SansAmp).

OVERALL OPINION

I bought some time ago and am therefore in full honeymoon.
What I like about it is its small size, weight trslgr, carry bag with pockets to put the jacks, etc.. The screw to install it on a mic stand (very practical, even essential, particularly for group play).
What I like least: the size of small knobs to activate the contour medium, the high / low and mic / line but I have too big fingers.
I tried other amps length (roland, Schertler ,...)
I would do this choice even if the price is how to say .... arghhh!

Mine is one of the first and changes have been made.

UTILIZATION

On small scenes indoors or outdoors. On a level microphone or failing on a chair to place the amp author ears of the audience. No buttons, settings, or unnecessary accessories. No need. Phantom power supply incorporated.
Manual useless. On larger stages and only for the guitar, the sound engineer takes the output XLR-effects-before I made my sound back, he, his facade. No blurs. In fact, it is at this point in DI box and which box!

SOUNDS

For singing with neumann sm58 and 105 kms. Folk, blues, country, French chanson. Clear, clean and precise without being aggressive, a little roundness in the medium, and heat in the lower medium. Not really serious but suddenly no drooling and intrusive. Just enough for voice, guitar and EQ for room acoustics. The SM58 comes super well, removing the bass on channel-voice. The voice and the presence of the grain. I put a small compressor Boss on guitar and one voice (in moderation is not rolls). Especially on the voice that promotes good grades, it thickens a little sound (in moderation!) And it takes the flesh and the amp follows perfectly. We then just lower the level, the voice is right in front, balanced and the guitar clean, pretty, pretty. I find the reverb a bit long, but I do not know what it is on the newer models.

OVERALL OPINION

Mine is the first generation available in France: 1998. I think the brand has made some improvements on the effects. I've never had a single problem. The body has been beaten, but all is well protected, nothing more than that could break. The HP is well protected. I had played before on other amps, Roland, Marshall, Peavey. And even more recently. Nothing comparable. Its failure: it is a bit prescriptive. The ideal would be to add to it a satellite of the brand. For the guitar there may be other amps as well as or cheaper or better. But the voice I have neither found nor heard best in the genre. In a Neumann KMS 105. Ouawou! Phenomenal! I'm speechless!

60 watt transistors
2 inputs, 1 jack and XLR clasiique or jack with phantom power supply integrated, can be deactivated by a small knob next to it ..
line outputs, headphone, DI, ..
reverb and delay small integrated possibility of an outer loop ..

UTILIZATION

Very simple, basically you plug the instrument, adjust volume and EQ, a bit of reverb (in an apartment is better) and that's it .. good, depending on the instrument plugged in, there are small adjustments to make but nothing too terrible

the manual is very concise but more than adequate, not completely useless for a first use anyway ..

SOUNDS

So I tested it with different instruments and the price of a few small adjustments on the EQ and gain, it quickly finds the best possible sound of the instrument in question ..

-With a yamaha nylon string, I can tweak a little, but by reducing the bass and midrange is very convincing; critallin, clear .. lack can be a bit of heat, but it must be due to the instrument ..
Then, a gretsch 6040 with large pulleys mesh dish, so rather dedicated to jazz .. there by against the sound is excellent right now, ranging from a grain very mellow sound to a "gypsy" always based on the equalization .. much better than my old marshall (ok, it's not a reference for clean sounds ..)
Then electro-valley and blues, then there is the top, all the nuances of the game and the instrument are made, means the wood, rubbing your fingers, be it picking, simple accompaniment, that happiness!
- To finish a LGXT godin (Seymour) Same, beautiful clear sound very jazzy in the neck position, stratabound in easel, with all possible intermediate ..

I am not fun to stick a distortion on it, so no opinion on it ..

I will complete the opinion section for the song when I made some recordings ..

OVERALL OPINION

So after a few hours of use, my opinion is necessarily incomplete, but say that the amp seems to correspond to my expectations, a true and warm acoustic sound, even at low volume .. of course if you plug a pan, there will be a very nice sound pan .. logic.

I tried other amps, certainly less expensive, but honestly, I did not see the difference with the clean channel of a conventional transistor amplifier ..

I got nine to 750 euros, and I do not think there on the market a better product at this price .. to follow after a few months of use

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Please note: between 2 XLR microphone has a phantom power intgre (30 volts). What is not empty at first because there is no button to disable! She is still active. (Thanks for the info Nylon)

UTILIZATION

I use it
- To accompany choirs and a few small shows, with a Takamine CP32 (conventional nylon string) or an Ibanez AEL10E-BK (type BBand folk), a multi-effect pedals Yamaha Magic Stomp and a microphone or Rode NT3 Shure SM58.
- On scne: I plug my SM57 (fltes - voice - harmonica) and I refer all the sound output via DI. My sound is still as I DSIR, just like home when I m'entrane with.

The -:
- Mine came with a silent cover, no pockets :-(. I rivet a large canvas bag for CD in order to put the cables.
- The lever that open the XLR is misplaced too prs wood enclosure: sometimes freezes, unplug it's a bit long.
- I prfr a "housing" for speaker stand plutt a common thread mic stand: it's a bit long screw.

SOUNDS

I always screw up on: the sound is much clearer as well.
The rverb is impeccable.
The button "contour" allows for a sound with more grain.

OVERALL OPINION

I use it for 2 years.
Very practical and uncompromising in sound: a rgal ))))

amp transistor.

2 channels:
channel 1 -> input jack, 4 knobs: gain, bass, middle and treble
channel 2 -> input jack or XLR, 3 knobs: gain, bass and treble
and an effect section with a switch to select the effect (4 choices) and 2 knobs: mix to dose between the two channels and return to assay the amount of effect.
Note that the quality of the effect is very good.

level connections, there is everything you need: DI output (XLR) line or, tuner, phone, send, return, footswitch

UTILIZATION

config simple.

SOUNDS

ideal for an acoustic instrument (guitar, violin ,...).
the sound is very faithful. very straight.
with an acoustic guitar, you can you point to any stage of the world without blushing: you have the serious stuff!

on the other hand, this is not the same if you plug a guitar. in this case, it's as if you branch your guitar into a PA system. also: EAR, acoustic the people, the purpose is clear.
for the electric, I used for rehearsals or jam as convenient to carry.

OVERALL OPINION

I use it for 5 years and I will keep forever.
the sound is very straight, very professional with my acoustic guitar.
again, it's very convenient to transport for jam or repetitions for electric

it's expensive on the day you buy it, but as time passes, the more you tell yourself that you made the right choice.

60w amp real ... Simple, intuitive controls ...
Unpacking (I had not seen in real life) it's a little scary (it is hardly bigger than a pack of 24 ...), but once connected, it's impressive to hear the sound and power in such a small volume ...
I, who wanted a simple configuration for aperitifs or concerts-concerts, it seems perfect ...
It remains, however, test it by testing conditions but I am confident when I left to its volume in bar ...

UTILIZATION

Very easy to use and easy handling. Simple adjustments to picking a good sound (button "color"). I had a bit more searching for the sound of the guitar played with a pick or fingers.

SOUNDS

I play on a series Tackamine G (medium range) without seeking the individual (no effects pedals): the sound is pure enough and reproduces the sound of the guitar (via its amplification, it is not his natural anyway).
The integrated reverb is very good even if you can not adjust the depth (hall, room, etc.).

OVERALL OPINION

I did that for a week. So far, I spent my guitar directly into the mixer (with DI pedal noise), but the worries of concert settings led me to find another solution (and besides that I had to change my speakers ...).
I have not yet found a negative side ... The only downside might be the thread that puts the EAR on a mic stand ... It's ok to repeat at home but I do not opt ​​for this system in concert. The risk is great that it can not be found on the floor ... And then it does not turn right and the left (unless moving the whole foot). I think I've seen adapters to put on a real speaker stand in the € 20 ... To be confirmed ...
The price is significant but I did not want to invest in lower quality gear for fear of some time tell me that I should go to the line above ... But it seems to me to argue ....

This is a version of the EAR-2 Compact60 clad wood. Mine is I think Pine (light wood). There is a darker version (rosewood I think). It provides a channel with jack, gain, bass, mid, high, contour (it changes color) and adjust the input level (microphone active or passive). The second channel has an input jack mixed XLR (with phantom power), gain, bass treble, input level. In the overall volume, tuning and selection of the effect (more reverb and chorus), balance (to the effect between the two channels). Behind: output emulation hp jack and XLR output tuner and effects loop. Too bad there is not an exit hp for a satellite to increase circulation. Otherwise, it is 60 w and has a transistor technology and an 8-hp dual cone.

UTILIZATION

It's simple to use, the English manual is not essential.

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The amp is very true: it depends on the instrument that he branch. But I've never seen anyone criticize the sound of this amp.
The push to release the XLR is hard to handle.

SOUNDS

I use it to amplify acoustic guitars (Martin 000C16, GC31C Yamaha, Aria MM20), through different microphones. I also use it for jazz with a Gretsch 6120, a Gibson ES335 and a Les Paul). The sound is sumptuous. It works great if only one standpipe for the well-distributed. People are often surprised by the sound that comes out of this little box. Even at high volume, it does not saturate. The power is really exploitable.

It seems that the wooden chest slightly modified the sound, I know the standard EAR, I have not seen any difference. But the wood version is so much more beautiful.

OVERALL OPINION

I've had a year and a half. At first I had problems with the reverb module. Two passages in SAV, a rant and all is well. The strength of this amp lies both in its very loyal and works with all nylon strings that metal, which in its extreme portability. It weighs less than 10 kg bag and delivered for transportation is well designed. I also like its discretion. When you do classical, we do not like coming on stage with a three body as a rocker. We seek the most discreet device that amplifies by being forgotten.
It is expensive, but I have not found anything better at this price. By far. For cons, I would try Acoustic Image that look very good too.

amp for acoustic instruments,
Only the 4 reverbs are disappointing for my taste because they feel the digital if they are pushed to the bottom, but using less is excellent!

UTILIZATION

very simple
Manual findable online
the sound is very faithful
brief high fidelity!

SOUNDS

for acoustic instruments is a must
see my profile for the beats that I own, I branches all over ...

OVERALL OPINION

4 years of faithful service, he has more strength to be rugged,
the coup, despite the fact that I had occasion ', it's a real treat!

2 entry, a dedicated acoustic guitar and a microphone or dedicated line.
Correction on every input with phantom power for microphone input
A reverb with general balance between the 2 inputs
A ring circuit in / out can serve as additional input line and works perfectly
A featherweight

UTILIZATION

Very simply, a master volume and correction on each channel. Simple and effective

SOUNDS

The sound is perfect. A sound, a microphone and standing before the music. The sound is clear, defined bass with good and sufficient power for a small set of friends (up to 100 people attentive without problem)

OVERALL OPINION

This amp is great. I've had it 5 years and I think never part with it.
FYI I also had a Roland AC60, and it has nothing to do, the sound appears tampered with, not natural, it seems less powerful because the distribution is more narrow and it weighs much heavier.
The EAR is a really professional product, a little expensive, but it seems to me justified.
Last comment, it really has no interest in electric guitar except with a Tonelab to troubleshoot at home.

60 watts of power, enough to benefit approximately 300 people in a closed environment. Effects which means very troubleshoot ago. The flanger and chorus are pretty, reverb avoided.

UTILIZATION

Very easy. The manual is useful only to manage the volumes between the integrated effect and insert effect if used, which are made with the same pot.

SOUNDS

Good sound, powerful and warm whatever the instrument (cello present, crystalline guitars, vocals set, not top synths because too colorful, attention to the condenser microphone feedback). However, from what I heard and tested, it delivers its maximum on electroacoustic guitars, his use of choice. The overall sound is crystalline, accurate color without special is the gross lack a little low anyway.

OVERALL OPINION

To use the fact that I, that is to say, the cello and voice for the teaching and animations, that's enough. For major concerts, it must provide to connect to a sound more impressive. I thought about moving on to higher Modelex but not immediately because of the advantage that one is that it is easily transportable.
The cost is high but there is so much above other level of sound quality than it's worth it. After that, it is not necessarily the right choice for a guitarist who seek a particular sound.

The amp is a French limited edition model of 2004 bright red.

Amplification type transistor, power 60 watt.
The connection is complete and sufficient to use Stage 1: Jack & 1 input jack / XLR line output, possibility of adding an effect to the choice: chorus / echo / reverb built in ...

UTILIZATION

The configuration setting is simple enough: setting serious midrange, treble, gain for channel 1 and the two channels



SOUNDS

Type rather transparent and crystalline, the sound does not detract from the instrument and does not spare these defects, it enhances the timbre of the instrument, you want to connect a top quality instrument.

The effects are used sparingly: they are not bad quality, I use some of these effects sparingly: a little chorus and often a little reverb.

Side song, its use in electro-acoustic context is quite popular: the side gives a straightforward and clear his right.

OVERALL OPINION

I use this amp for 5 years.

D "excellent quality this amp filled his role well, he has" aged well "although since the competition is awakened in the sector Amp electro-acoustic ...

I always appreciate these qualities and is generally used with a Godin A6 steel string, a Taylor 414 CE and my favorite a Taylor T5 with the same happiness ....

All adj t said ... very complete device

UTILIZATION

I never opened the manual ... no use

SOUNDS

EAR rput to be straight as an "i", so what comes out of the EAR, that's what comes out of your little finger and the quality of your guitar.

The effects (reverb + dlai) extraordiaires but are not widely enough when we play in bars.

The amplified voice is as good as the game scratches

OVERALL OPINION

I use 3 years, and this remains a classic when you displaces with your gear. The relative size / sound quality / strength is more proof ... EIA is an investment for the long term