The 10 Best Guitar Amplifier Cabinets

About as versatile as an unpowered model can be, the Bugera One (around $230) operates at anywhere from 4 to 16 ohms, with an average output of 160 watts distributed between two Turbosound speakers. Its exceptional build quality prevents rattling, vibrations, and unintended resonance.

Heavily influenced by decades of British rock, the Laney Cub Cab (appx. $239) sports retro brown tweed and full-grain leather, and sounds every bit as good as it looks. It utilizes two 12-inch cones with renowned HH-brand drivers and a phase-limiting mono operation.

There aren't many options with a more iconic reputation and appearance than the Fender Super Champ (appx. $200), whose single, 12-inch Celestion speaker provides a clean response with zero risk of phasing. This model is constructed with a closed back for enhanced low-end response.

The Ibanez Tube Screamer's (around $200) single Celestion Seventy 80 boasts an especially punchy upper mid-range, ideal for tightly shredded solos. Though designed to accompany the company's TS amplifier, this beige beauty works perfectly with almost any high-quality head.

Combining mismatched The Tonker and Eminence speakers, the Yamaha THRC 212 (about $500) covers the entire spectrum with a relatively flat sound profile, and offers plenty of punch at any frequency. It's a bit pricier than most, but the clarity and consistency are quite worth the cost.

For modern guitarists with a plethora of effects, it's hard to top the HeadRush FRFR112 (about $299), which is designed to receive a signal from a pedal board or preamp. It features an incredibly convenient ground lift switch to mitigate buzzing and humming in poorly wired venues.

The open-backed design of the Vox Extension (around $450) allows sound to radiate in all directions, ideal for recording sessions and intimate venues. On top of its exceptional clarity, its retro-styled face can give your stage setup a memorable appearance.

Among the most iconic stage accoutrements in history, the Marshall MX412B (about $295) delivers an unmistakable sound, characterized by its clarity at high volumes. With 240 watts of RMS output, this bad boy will let you rock out without worrying about crackling or popping.

Consisting of four, 10-inch cones and outfitted with rock-solid wiring, the Eden SC4 (around $349) takes advantage of a 400-watt capacity, in case you want to crank it to 11. Its ultra-powerful drivers respond well to nearly any type of guitar, including bass and baritone versions.

In the quest to emulate an old-school sound, the Fender Hot Rod (appx. $350) simply cannot be overlooked. Its chocolate-on-brown design is about as classic as they come, and its overall audio profile really promotes the deep, soulful growl of the blues.