This Blackstar Sonett 60 Acoustic Amplifier is FANTASTIC!
In this video, I’m reviewing the Blackstar Sonett 60 acoustic amplifier. Let’s take a look at what this amplifier has to offer and see if it’s the right choice for you!
If you’re looking for an acoustic amplifier that can handle a wide range of musical styles, the Blackstar Sonett 60 should be at the top of your list. This amp is perfect for both beginners and experienced musicians, and it’s sure to add a touch of class to your sound. So whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, give the Blackstar Sonett 60 a try!
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Hi, what was the piece you played at the beginning of the video, I recognise it but cannot place it? Love the amp and brought 2 of them for L&R stereo.
I threw it out the window!!! Neve e wasted money like this time before. Buy a AER or Hughs and kettner. DON’T but Acus either
Lol this guy with the jokes lol nice sir!! Very nice ????
So many good acoustic amps today. The AER brand still is the Rolls Royce of this style of amp. I use b-band transducers on my acoustics and get great sounds.
silly question, whats the power connector like? i have had 2 blackstar ID core amps that the barrel power connection has broken on both
I'm after the creamy one! what pick up are you using? it sounds bewt!
Love them❤
Wow❤
Lock down?
Does anyone know how these sound with later model taylors ? i bought a 214ce plus and have been looking for a amp for a while now. Was almost set on the fishman loudbox mini till i saw this.
I just bought this and the Bluetooth went out overnight and now the speaker makes bad frequency noise.????
I was hoping it had a self programmable Impulse Response feature…. I really like the way a journeytek under bridgeplate pickup sounds (k&k mini alternative.. that I think don't better). When you make a impulse response of your own guitar, with one of these pickups, It's shocking how close you can get to a mic'd guitar sound without needing to use an internal or external mic… Especially in a mix. No quack… Lots of body and acoustic guitar sound dynamics…. Non-invasive in any acoustic guitar…. Almost indestructible too.
Great YouTube channel. I am happy to subscribe 🙂 I am glad that you did this review as I was curious about Jon Gomm acoustic amp for some time. In your opinion, can this amp tonaly compete with Bose L1 or Yamaha Stagepas 1K you have – for vocals and guitar? I know they both have more volume, but I am asking about the beauty of tone only. I am thinking of getting two Sonnet 60 amps instead of Bose or Yamaha.
Thank you.
Bugera AC 60 Best Acoustic Amp
As soon as you have not tested how this amplifier sounds with a microphone, it seems that it is not worth buying…!
Great review!
I was wondering how well the 6 1/2" speaker reproduces vocals. 6 1/2" just seems too small for me for low end, unless a bass port serves the purpose. Would this single amp be an option for leaving the PA at home for gigs…?
Thanks again for the review!
Have you tried the boss singer live 60watts? If so, would you say the sonnet is better??
How's it holding up after 2 years?
Well I have been running around YouTube and Google and New Zealand trade me in circles looking for the best budget acoustic electric amplifier and after many many hours I ended up with this video and I have to say that this is not only the best review I came across but the amplifier offers the best for the money for my needs as an amateur very very amateur acoustic guitarist trying to learn the arts of DAW music production at a late age in life. I went to the rock shop New Zealand and have just purchased this along with some leads as I purchased takamine gd30ce 12 string acoustic electric guitar yesterday to try and start from scratch again as most of my channel was done under the influence of morphine and kidney cancer recovery LOL and yes me too I would have nothing but black because brown is just awful It's like something from Victorian times but thank you so much for your fabulous review it just told me everything I needed to know where is most other quote reviews were just people strumming away with amplifiers on different settings which didn't really tell me much at all. I started my acoustic debut off in the mid 60s when I attended Chiltern edge secondary modern school and the French teacher Miss Black insisted that me and Anthony Griffith went to the Henley-on-Thames folk festival to play 58 verses of Michael rowed the boat ashore and it was all downhill from that point !! I did a bit from John Pearse tablature book in the 60s but then life got in the way but here I am ancient on half a kidney just enjoying chilling out trying to do something I should have done when I was 19.. anyway have a great week and thanks very much The best review on YouTube for sure !
Could I play my electric les paul thur this without damage to the speaker?
Awesome review ????
Loved this review thank you ❤
Thank you for your excellent review. Question for you: I purchased this amp recently to sing and play my ukulele at senior residences. Do you think the sound it makes will be sufficient for a room of 30 to 50 people? Thank you.
Great review! Did you ever figure out where you managed to get the case from?
Well done review, thanks for posting. I'm going to check one out as I am not happy with my Fishman Loudbox mini. Since the Blackstar only has reverb, I was wondering if you use any effects in front of the Blackstar, if so which ones.
Thanks. Can you offer any advice on pickup’s? Cheers. Ps. Do you anything about how Clapton gets his snappy acoustic sound? Pps you have a new subscriber.
Your acoustic playing brings so much life to the guitar. Definitely some of the more musical playing I have heard in a review in a long time! Great review. Appreciate you taking the time to make it. Really think I’m gonna get one of these but in the 120w.
Can you do a comparison with the Bugera AC 60 & the Blackstar Sonnet 60?
Thanks for the review. These amps are great, I played through one when trying out my new acoustic guitar. I really think I’ll get one, they sound so good. I agree re the Bluetooth reliability, Blackstar issued some dongles for their Id core amps and they were terrible. Other than that so many pluses for this amp!
Have you ever tried the Bugera AC 60 acoustic amp? I’m just curious as to how it compares to the Blackstar Sonnet 60.
Wattage isn't a reliable guide to volume and audibility. As for 50/60W acoustic amps I've always favoured the 2×8" + tweeter arrangement; a single 6.5" speaker + tweeter doesn't inspire confidence. There are reviews that praise the Loudbox Mini but say it shows the strain at higher volumes. On the other hand, this little Blackstar unit seems to be the business. Wish I'd bought one rather than the Marshall AS50D, but I still recommend the Laney A-Duo as an all-rounder and especially for electric harp.
It reminds me of another very good acoustic guitar amp, that is the AER, from the Acoustic people. Which is used and highly endorsed by Tommy Emmanuel, who by the way plays Aus. made guitar Maton, which you no doubt already know because you're play his model Maton guitar. But the cost of the AER is very expensive. I do enjoy your playing.
wow, i'm so impressed! just wandering around, trying to get a good acoustic amp at a decent price… in the beginning, i was leaning towards the fender acoustic junior, but then i discovered fishman mini loudbox and afterwards i bumped into your video. so now i guess this will be my choice 🙂 amazing amp and possibilities! and, oh my, also learning that jon gomm was involved in bringing this beauty to life… thank you, and also kudos for your dadgads 🙂
Hello, thank you for great review ! I also ended up with Sonnet 60. I just have a question about those livestream or video via iPhones. I used the right adapter lightning, usb cable etc. But when I record video, the sound – audio is so quiet on my phone. Do you know why please ? 🙂
Link for the case?
Did you end up getting a case? Where did you get it?
The fender acoustasonic 90 or this?
I just wish they'd include a basic 2:1 compressor on each channel on these things. Vocals can always benefit from a little even if it's parallel. Currently I think only behringer offer it as a feature! Madness!
Also where is the bloody tuner bypass button?
Version 2 blackstar?
Подскажите , пожалуйста , без вас не обойдусь . Можно ли использовать этот комбик для озвучки саксофона ? К нему будет подключена радиосистема . А микрофон , если нужен , akg c519 ml.
Excellent review man.. SERIOUSLY.. close to going with one of these.. I’ll check out your other vids in a tick. Vocal demo would be good.. might do one myself as I think I’m convinced it’s the way to go haha
Hey bro, Fabulous review! Amazing sound and playing!
Anyway, I just bought the same amp but in brown (which I prefer) the sound is INCREDIBLE! Blew me away!!
I didn’t plan on buying one until I saw one in my local pmt store here in Manchester, and asked for a demo play with a Taylor GS mini Koa plus, (which I also demonstrated and bought at the same time), and WOW! Blew me away! Truly superb! BOTH sounded stunning! Had my addicted! Had to buy both!
Anyway enjoy, I also subscribed!
Keep up the great work and thanks for the review! Confirming my decision!
I bought it today! After playing about 20 Sec. i was sure it was the best out there and BLACK ❤️ like you said
I like this review. It seems like a fine product. I think the problem for [Blackstar] is that this is competing against the well-known — and solid — Fishman mini-loudbox. Fishman is the market leader here, and folks would find it tough to switch to Blackstar, I think.
Great review!!! I was just gifted one at Christmas…absolutely agree with it coming in BLACK!!!! Link for the case you found please???
Thanks for the great video. Does 60w get you heard over a drummer? Sold on the amp but, can’t decide on 60 or 120. Do a couple of outdoor gigs too.
No vocal demonstration. I've watched so many reviews of this amp ( and other acoustic/vocal amps) and none cover the amp's vocal capabilities.
Great sincere review ,it made up my mind to pull the trigger and get one can't wait to receive it, you mentioned a gig bag for it and would post a link to where to source it ,it would be much appreciated if you could thanks again ps great guitar work.
How is the volume at at Venue for vox too
Great review. They should get in touch with you