Death By Audio launches tiny guitar amp in pedal enclosure
Death By Audio's new Amp Crash combines the functions of a guitar amplifier and an effects pedal. The unit features a 3-watt amplifier and a 2-inch speaker, with the option to connect an external speaker.
Death By Audio has introduced a new device that blurs the lines between guitar amplifiers and effects pedals. The Amp Crash is housed within a standard effects pedal enclosure but functions as a distinct, albeit small, guitar amplifier.
The unit contains a 3-watt amplifier paired with a 2-inch internal speaker. It also offers the capability to connect an external speaker for expanded sound options. Unlike digital modeling pedals that emulate classic amplifiers, the Amp Crash is presented as a true analog amplifier that moves air.
The resulting tone is described as harsh and "boxy," a characteristic that is not framed as a criticism but rather as an inherent part of its unique sonic profile. This distinct sound has garnered attention from musicians seeking unconventional tones.
With its compact design and dual functionality, the Amp Crash offers guitarists an alternative approach to amplification and sound shaping, fitting easily onto a pedalboard for live performance or studio use.