SR Technology

(Originally written by celinelaurent/translated from Audiofanzine FR) I've been using it for one month. SR Technology is an Italian brand. They use SICA speakers (also Italian). The products are fully manufactured in Italy. The MON-Baby is a compact 100 watt RMS bi-amped loudspeaker (80 watts for the woofer and 20 watts for the tweeter). Fully professional finish, no problems for stage applications. The compact housing has a trapezoidal shape that allows you to use it as a wedge. The product has two inputs (line and mic), low/high controls and a ground lift switch. Pros: The sound! It can be compared to a good studio monitor but with a warmer sound. Cons: The 6" woofer doesn't provide a huge low frequency response. I use them with an active subwoofer of the same brand. I use a pair for keyboard monitoring during rehearsals and live gigs. I previously had a pair of active JBL and Mackie speakers. The sound of the SR is much more precise and less aggressive. The sound of acoustic instruments is specially good (unlike classic PA speakers). very good value for money. I sincerely recommend this Italian manufacturer. Check their website: http://www.sr-tech.net

(Originally written by JeffiX/translated from Audiofanzine FR) Update, 12/05/08 after two years of use 80-watt combo (or 160-watt depending on the measurement method) Solid-state amp (tube amps are rare in acoustic amps) Comprehensive connections: two XLR mic inputs, two 1/4" jack inputs, RCA connections for effects, DI output I wish it was possible to choose between XLR/jack for both mic inputs. Separate EQ and volume control on each channel, master volume, FX loop control (effect return) The integrated effect is a light reverb/chorus mix ideal for acoustic guitar and vocals. I give it a 9 because of the mic inputs (XLR only). UTILIZATION Ultra easy configuration! Just plug in and you'll have a good sound. With all settings in the center position you get the raw sound of your guitar. Good guitar = good sound... Powerful sound even when the preamp of my guitar and the channel volume and master volume of the amp are set to 50%. Enough output power for rehearsals. SOUNDS I play mainly folk, pop and blues music. The sound is mellow, smooth and quite transparent (no sound coloration like with a Marshall). This amp faithfully reproduces the sound of your guitar and that's the reason why I find it excellent. The sound has powerful overtones with round lows and crystal-clear highs. Killer sound... I tested it live on stage with another guitarist, a bassist and a singer. The sound was clear and powerful. Its 80 watts are enough to be heard without a problem. I set the knobs at the halfway position. Excellent product. OVERALL OPINION I previously tried out a Marshall and a Roland. I find the Marshall sounds a bit too electric, it has useless effects and is too expensive. The Roland seems to be too cheap, unreliable... My SR80 has a natural wood finish and it fits perfectly in a house decorated by a woman... The settings are on the top panel so they are very easy to access, especially when you play standing... On the rear panel there's a ground lift switch. The power LED has a very nice blue color (instead of the usual red light). These are only nice small details. It's an excellent amp. With a chorus pedal the sound is extremely good. You must try it out.