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JazzAmp by Henriksen

We are proud to announce that we are now a dealer for Henriksen Jazz Amps.  If you've been looking for the perfect amp to get the best jazz tone, this is the baby all the pros are turning to.  To give you even more incentive, we're offering $250 worth of books and lesson courses for free AND free shipping with purchase!  Take a look at the reviews, and the list of greats who now use the JazzAmp.

 Henriksen Jazz Amps are small, light, powerful, warmer than Polytone amps or any other amp including tube amps. A Henriksen jazz amp packs sufficient power to play any jazz club in America. Henriksen Jazz Amps provide the warm sound of tube amplifiers in a light, inexpensive, and reliable package.

  • JazzAmp 110

    JazzAmp 110JazzAmpTM 110  

    The JazzAmpTM 110 provides unmatched warmth and clarity for rich jazz tones in the ultimate package of power and portability. At only 23 pounds the 110 can cover nearly any jazz gig from small rooms to large ones, and because of the linear design it sounds just as great at bedroom volumes.

    Size: 14" X 14" X 8", 23 lbs.

    Price: $899

    Controls: Volume, 5-band graphic equalizer, reverb with on/off switch and wet/dry mix control.

    Power: Maximum power on the JazzAmpTM 10-Plus is 160 watts at 4 ohms (this requires an extension cabinet). As shipped with a single 8 ohm speaker it delivers 120 watts.

    Speaker: Eminence® Beta-A 10.

    Construction: 11-ply Finland Birch, steel chassis, Tolex covering with metal corners.

    Warranty: Full 2 year warranty (see details on warranty page).

    Line Out: Yes

    Extension Speaker Jack: Yes (must be an 8 ohm speaker cabinet)

    230v/115v Selector Switch: Yes

    • $899.00
    • In stock
  • JazzAmp 110-ER

    JazzAmp 110-ERJazzAmpTM 110-ER (Extended Range)  

    The JazzAmpTM 110-ER delivers amazing jazz tone with an added high frequency dimension that "sparkles", and it works great for those who play flattop acoustic and nylon string guitars as well. The 3 kHz and 10 kHz controls not only allow you to adjust the volume of the tweeter, but also allow you to equalize it in the overall mix to create the perfect blend for your desired tone.

    Size: 14" X 14" X 8", 25 lbs.

    Price: $999

    Controls: Volume, 5-band graphic equalizer, reverb with on/off switch and wet/dry mix control.

    Power: Maximum power on the JazzAmpTM 10-Plus ER is 160 watts at 4 ohms (this requires an extension cabinet). As shipped with a single 8 ohm speaker it delivers 120 watts.

    Speaker: Eminence® Beta-A 10 with tweeter.

    Construction: 11-ply Finland Birch, steel chassis, Tolex covering with metal corners.

    Warranty: Full 2 year warranty (see details on warranty page).

    Line Out: Yes

    Extension Speaker Jack: Yes (must be an 8 ohm speaker cabinet)

    230v/115v Selector Switch: Yes

    • $999.00
    • In stock
  • Gig Bag for JazzAmp 110 & 110-ER

    JazzAmp Gig Bag

    Heavy duty padded gig bag for carrying your JazzAmpTM 10 around town. The front pocket is large enough for music books, pedals, cables and more. Click on the images to the right for a larger view.

    • $99.00
    • In stock
  • JazzAmp 112

    JazzAmp 112JazzAmpTM 112 

    The JazzAmpTM 112 provides clear jazz tone with a deep, resonant presence. The 112 is ideal for guitarists who require more low frequency handling for playing a lot of walking bass lines or playing a 7-string guitar. The cabinet is designed for use with both guitar and bass, and will handle most upright bass pickups without the need for a separate preamp.

    Size:14" x 15 " x 13", 32 lbs.

    Price: $899

    Controls: Volume, 5-band graphic equalizer, reverb with on/off switch and wet/dry mix control.

    Power: Maximum power on the JazzAmpTM 112 is 160 watts at 4 ohms (this requires an extension cabinet). As shipped with a single 8 ohm speaker it delivers 120 watts.

    Speaker: Eminence® Beta-A 12.

    Construction: 11-ply Finland Birch, steel chassis, Tolex covering with metal corners.

    Warranty: Full 2 year warranty (see details on warranty page).

    Line Out: Yes

    Extension Speaker Jack: Yes (must be an 8 ohm speaker cabinet)

    230v/115v Selector Switch: YesClick to enter a detailed description of your product. You can add as much text as you like, and even add images to illustrate your offering. Tell your visitors why they should buy from you! Add a new section for each product or service.

    • $899.00
    • In stock
  • JazzAmp 112-ER

    JazzAmp 112-ERJazzAmpTM 112-ER (Extended Range)  

    The JazzAmpTM 112-ER delivers amazing jazz tone over an incredible range of frequencies, from deep lows to sparkling highs. The most versitile of the JazzAmp combos, the 112-ER not only sounds great when used with an archtop, but also with flattop acoustic and nylon string guitars, electric and acoustic basses, and has even managed to satisfy a few very picky keyboard players. The 3 kHz and 10 kHz controls not only allow you to adjust the volume of the tweeter, but also allow you to equalize it in the overall mix to create the perfect blend for your desired tone.

    Size:14" x 15 " x 13", 35 lbs.

    Price: $999

    Controls: Volume, 5-band graphic equalizer, reverb with on/off switch and wet/dry mix control.

    Power: Maximum power on the JazzAmpTM 112-ER is 160 watts at 4 ohms (this requires an extension cabinet). As shipped with a single 8 ohm speaker it delivers 120 watts.

    Speaker: Eminence® Beta-A 12 with tweeter.

    Construction: 11-ply Finland Birch, steel chassis, Tolex covering with metal corners.

    Warranty: Full 2 year warranty (see details on warranty page).

    Line Out: Yes

    Extension Speaker Jack: Yes (must be an 8 ohm speaker cabinet)

    230v/115v Selector Switch: Yes

    • $999.00
    • In stock
  • JazzAmp Tweety

    JazzAmp Tweety
    The Problem?

    The desired tone for flattop and nylon string guitar players requires a speaker system that responds to higher frequency overtones so that the bright and crisp tones those guitars produce acoustically is properly reproduced. Standard guitar amplifiers do not typically reproduce those high frequency tones very well, and "acoustic" amplifiers typically sound too thin and weak for standard electric guitars. Musicians are left to find one amp that is a compromise in tone for both electric and acoustic guitar, or to spend hundreds, even thousands of dollars on a separate amp for their acoustic guitars.

    The Solution...

    TweeteyTM is a simple, elegant solution which allows you to have a warm, rich sounding amplifier that will also bring out the brilliant highs of flattop acoustic guitars. Simply plug the Tweetey into the extension speaker jack on your amplifier, and you now have the extended range needed to properly amplify an acoustic instrument. The Tweetey has a built in crossover(@2.5kHz) and a level control knob. The Tweetey also has two parallel in/out jacks for daisy-chaining, and a microphone mount so you can place it anywhere in the room you need it, creating a great field effect which adds to the natural acoustic sound of your instrument. A Tweetey (or two!) mounted to a mic stand at ear level, 3 or 4 feet away from the amplifier creates a hi-fi sound experience that you will get lost in. It truly is a pleasure to hear.

    When using the Tweetey with a JazzAmp, the tweeter and the crossover are designed to work with the 3 kHz and 10 kHz knobs on the JazzAmp equalizer. Many acoustic amps offer the ability to turn a tweeter on and off, or the ability to turn the tweeter volume up and down, but with a JazzAmp you can actually equalize the Tweetey to perfectly blend it with the sound of the amplifier.

    Size:4.5" X 4.5" X 3.5", 2.5 lbs.

    Price: $139

    Power: 75 watts max input.

    The following are some emails we've received about the Tweetey...
    "I just wanted to drop a quick note to let you know how very pleased I am with the Tweetey. I have coupled the unit with my Fender Deluxe Reverb Reissue amp (modded with a Jensen Neo speaker) to very, very satisfying results with both my Taylor GC3 acoustic electric and both of my electric semi-hollow guitars. I had been using an SWR California Blonde for my Taylor acoustic electric performances prior to Tweetey's arrival. Two days ago, I sold that amp as it is no longer needed (or desired). I play my electric and acoustic sets now with a single amp and get a better sound than I ever have thanks to Tweetey. Better sound, less to carry and set up. A perfect solution for my solo act, Acoustic Rust! Once again, thank you for an excellent product and for taking the time to answer my questions prior to the purchase. You guys ROCK!!!"

    Gary Sintes
    • $139.00
    • In stock
  • JazzAmp 12R Pocketed Slip Cover

    JazzAmp 12R Pocketed Slip Cover
    JazzAmpTM 12R Pocketed Slip Cover

    NEW! Heavy duty cover with side pocket for your JazzAmpTM 12. The pocket holds music, cables, and even a pedal or two.
    • $49.00
    • In stock

REVIEWS:

 ..."The 12-R is fantastic! When playing solos, the notes fly off the speaker with a breath taking fullness and clarity which inspires you to play better..."

(Read full review: http://www.qrp.pops.net/Q-jazamp.asp)

 ..."Why is the new Henriksen JazzAmp turning heads in jazz venues across the U.S.? The short answer is ... it sounds great. The long answer is ... it sounds really really great!..."

(Read full review: http://www.12fret.com/new/Henriksen_JazzAmp_jazz_amp_pg.html)

 This amp is the answer to all of my nightmares.
Larry Coryell

I love it. This is the greatest thing since sliced bread.
Jimmy Bruno

This is the best amp I've ever played.
Joe Diorio

This amp is a knock-out!
Jimmy Wyble

Your amps help make my guitar sing!
Bobby Broom

The JazzAmp Convertible sounds absolutely great, this is the best!
Andreas Oberg

By far, the best amp I have ever used.
Mordy Ferber

It is the amp that jazz guitar players world-wide have been waiting for.
Trefor Owen

I like that amp, it makes my guitars sound really good.
Bob Benedetto

I was absolutely blown away.
Roger Sadowsky

This is the definitive amplifier for the arch-top guitar.
Dr. Frank DiBussolo

The Henriksen JazzAmp allows me to leave my heavy tube amp in the trunk. Thank you.
Sid Jacobs

...it's like a dream come true.
John Hart

I've finished putting it thru it's paces, and all I can say is WOW!!! 
Ronny Jordan

...the amp is great. I am using it for trios to big band. I am very happy. THANK YOU.
Larry Baione - Chair, Guitar Department, Berklee College of Music

Without a doubt, the finest solid state amp I have ever played through
Dale Bruning, master guitarist and educator.

the amp is now invisible and I am free to play my bass as though I had no amplifier at all
Steve LaSpina, A-list New York bassist

Perfect reproduction of the acoustic tone of my bass
Ken Walker, director of jazz bass studies at the Denver University Lamont school of music.

The JazzAmpTM 10 from Henriksen is every jazz guitar players dream. Featuring a 10 Eminence speaker in a cabinet that is 14" X 14" X 8.5" the JazzAmpTM 10 weighs in at only 20 pounds.

The JazzAmpTM 12 was designed for string bass, but also sounds fantastic for guitar. JazzAmpTM 12 features a 12 Eminence speaker in a cabinet that is 14" X 15.5" X 13" weighing 29 pounds. Jazz bassists, this one is for you.