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    Posted: April 20 2010 at 12:23
I'm a keyboard player who's planning to start looking for gigs soon, but am a complete newbie as far as tech goes- what should I be looking for in an amp? Right now, my main concern is budget- I'm a college student, and money is a bit tight.

I'm using an M-Audio ProKeys 88 keyboard, if that makes a difference.

P.S. There's a Fender keyboard amp for sale at a small mom-and-pop place about a block from where I live for $125- is that a good deal/good idea?
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I had to replace mine recently due to house flood.  I wasn't looking for a gig amp but I got a Behringer.  I don't know how loud it can get as I am currently in an apartment.  Here's the scoop on it.  What's really funny is that it can simulate other amps, my new guitar effects box simulates amps, my new sequencer simulates amps, WTF???? LOL
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The super-compact, self-contained Behringer ULTRATONE K450FX is a perfect keyboard amp or PA setup for public address systems, keyboards, voice, or various drum/backing machines. 45W of power are handled confidently by a headroom-rich 10" speaker, making sure that you can faithfully reproduce a broad repertoire of signals. Behringer includes features usually found in much larger amps: 24-bit digital FX with 100 hot presets; FBQ Feedback Detection System; 5-band EQ section; CD input; headphone output; and full 3-channel operation with separate volume controls and FX sends per each channel plus an additional XLR mic input for connecting dynamic microphones.

Behringer ULTRATONE K450FX Keyboard Amp/PA System Features:

  • Powerful 10'' speaker for ultimate sound reproduction
  • Integrated 24-bit digital FX processor with 100 awesome presets including reverb, chorus, flanger, delay,
  • pitch shifter and various multi-effects
  • Revolutionary FBQ Feedback Detection System instantly reveals critical frequencies
  • Full 3-channel operation with separate Volume and FX Send per channel
  • Additional XLR mic input on Channel 1 for direct connection of dynamic microphones
  • Dedicated 5-band graphic EQ for awesome sound shaping
  • Line output for direct connection to your mixing console
  • Gain section with FX Return level and Master Volume
  • Subwoofer output for ultimate low-end power
  • CD input allows you to play along to your favorite music
  • Separate headphone output—perfect for quiet practicing
  • Integrated 35-mm pole socket for stand mounting and use as PA System
  • High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
  • Conceived and designed by Behringer Germany

It's got all the features you'd want for the big gigs in a practice-size unit. And the price is definitely right! Order now!





Edited by Slartibartfast - April 20 2010 at 12:51
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get a Roland
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If you plug into the PA and get a lightweight pair of in-ear earbud headphones, you'll have better monitoring than you'll ever get with an amp, and protect your ears from damage at the same time...
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