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Hughes & Kettner Era 1 Acoustic Amp - Wood
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Your Price: $1,199.00 CDN
or from $127 CDN/mo
Welcome to a new era of acoustic amplification. Developed with renowned designer Michael Eisenmann, era 1 gives you richly detailed definition for peerless authenticity and tonal brilliance, plus a bunch of remarkably innovative and intuitive features to make every performance better. On top of all this, era 1 is built in Germany to the highest quality standards.
High-definition audio
- Painstakingly selected, top-drawer components
- Excellent preamps
- Premium-quality AD/DA converters
- Custom-made power amp with massive headroom
Intuitive handling with zero compromises
- Two fully featured, identical channels
- Independent FX engine for each channel with 16 programs
- Very effective Preshape and Mode buttons to voice channels to suit different instruments and vocal registers
- As compact and light as conventional 60-watt combos
Technical Data:
POWER AMP: 250 watts
DIMENSIONS (W X H X D): 351 x 285 x 290 mm
WEIGHT: 9.85 kg / 21.7 lbs (wood), 10.75 kg / 23.7 lbs. (black)
TILT STAND (INCLUDED): 25 degrees / 35 degrees
POLE MOUNT: 35 mm
PROTECTIVE COVER (INCLUDED): Padded
Channels (Inputs)
CHANNEL 1 AND 2: High Resolution Mic and Instrument Input (XLR/6.3mm (1/4″) Klinke Combobuchse Phantom Power switchable))
CHANNEL 3: Aux In: 3.5 mm (Mini Jack Stereo-Input; adjustable
CHANNEL 4 / FX RETURN: 6.3 mm (1/4″) Stereo-Input; adjustable
Outputs
DI-OUT: XLR; Pre/Post EQ switchable; Ground Lift switchable
LINE OUT: 6.3 mm Stereo Output; adjustable
CHANNEL OUT: FX Send; 6.3 mm Stereo Output
OPTICAL RECORDING OUT: S/PDIF TOSLINK, optical
PHONES OUT: 6.3 mm Stereo Headphones Out
TUNER: 6.3 mm Mono Tuner Out
Channel 1 & 2
SWITCHES: -10 db; Shape; Mute
GAIN: Input sensivity
EQ: 3-Band-EQ, 2 Modes switchable
INTERNAL FX: 16 FX-Programms (Reverb, Chorus, Flanger, Delay, Combinations), FX parameters adjustable
Master
VOLUME: Master Volume
NOTCH FILTER: 40 180 Hz
FX Loop
FX SEND: 6.3 mm Stereo Output
FX RETURN Input: 6.3 mm Stereo Input; adjustable
Speaker
MID/LOW: 1X8″ Custom made
HIGH: 1″ Dome Tweeter
High-definition audio
- Painstakingly selected, top-drawer components
- Excellent preamps
- Premium-quality AD/DA converters
- Custom-made power amp with massive headroom
Intuitive handling with zero compromises
- Two fully featured, identical channels
- Independent FX engine for each channel with 16 programs
- Very effective Preshape and Mode buttons to voice channels to suit different instruments and vocal registers
- As compact and light as conventional 60-watt combos
Technical Data:
POWER AMP: 250 watts
DIMENSIONS (W X H X D): 351 x 285 x 290 mm
WEIGHT: 9.85 kg / 21.7 lbs (wood), 10.75 kg / 23.7 lbs. (black)
TILT STAND (INCLUDED): 25 degrees / 35 degrees
POLE MOUNT: 35 mm
PROTECTIVE COVER (INCLUDED): Padded
Channels (Inputs)
CHANNEL 1 AND 2: High Resolution Mic and Instrument Input (XLR/6.3mm (1/4″) Klinke Combobuchse Phantom Power switchable))
CHANNEL 3: Aux In: 3.5 mm (Mini Jack Stereo-Input; adjustable
CHANNEL 4 / FX RETURN: 6.3 mm (1/4″) Stereo-Input; adjustable
Outputs
DI-OUT: XLR; Pre/Post EQ switchable; Ground Lift switchable
LINE OUT: 6.3 mm Stereo Output; adjustable
CHANNEL OUT: FX Send; 6.3 mm Stereo Output
OPTICAL RECORDING OUT: S/PDIF TOSLINK, optical
PHONES OUT: 6.3 mm Stereo Headphones Out
TUNER: 6.3 mm Mono Tuner Out
Channel 1 & 2
SWITCHES: -10 db; Shape; Mute
GAIN: Input sensivity
EQ: 3-Band-EQ, 2 Modes switchable
INTERNAL FX: 16 FX-Programms (Reverb, Chorus, Flanger, Delay, Combinations), FX parameters adjustable
Master
VOLUME: Master Volume
NOTCH FILTER: 40 180 Hz
FX Loop
FX SEND: 6.3 mm Stereo Output
FX RETURN Input: 6.3 mm Stereo Input; adjustable
Speaker
MID/LOW: 1X8″ Custom made
HIGH: 1″ Dome Tweeter
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Hughes and Kettner ERA1 and Era 2 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Halifax, Nova Scotia
I've owned most acoustic amps on the market. The most recent (before the ERA amps) were the Italian made Godin Acoustic Solutions and a larger Acus amp which I thought were unbeatable. Although they are exceptional compared to any other acoustic amp- Fishman, Roland, Fender etc., the ERA models are on another level in terms of headroom and clarity. The ERA amps have many more useful effects and both guitar and mic sound awesome.If room space and size of amp are irrelevant, I'd pay the difference for the larger ERA2 for the extra huge bottom end while maintaining unbelievable clarity. Having said that the ERA1 is almost equally impressive with 250 watts and much more portable, that's why I had to own both. Hats off to Andrew Wait and Pat Healy of L&M Halifax for ALWAYS taking the time to help make the best decisions for my purchases!
Posted by Paul Robertson on Jun 22, 2021
Bought the era1 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Ottawa, Ontario
This amp simply is at a standard others need to reach. Sound quality and features are just spectacular. Size, is easy to travel with and filling a room with sound is not hard. The downside is the effects dial it should be an lLCD screen with a little more manual adjustments. But other then that great bang for the buck.
Posted by Roger on Oct 29, 2020
Not sure when I bought it but who cares:) 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Vancouver, British Columbia
Actually I have owned it for a while and started to used it in March 2018 in temperatures from 3 C in feb thru the summer when it was 28 C.
I busk at Granville Island om weekends.
I see no reason to replace it and it has never failed. My complaints would be dumb EQ points for both guitar and vocals but I get around them .
As was said the verbs are not great but I have gotten around that too the use of pedal boards.
I hope they release a battery version as it would be sweet!
Posted by Rachel Gia Cambrin on Dec 1, 2018
Excellent Amp 1 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Courtenay, British Columbia
I tried a ton of acoustic amps and this one by far was the best. Not cheap by any means but, in this case, you get what you pay for. The efx are very nice especially the reverbs. I lowered the "features" value a bit as I would have liked more control over the efx parameters. In today's world a USB port to a computer with a dedicated editor for this amp would have been ideal, especially for the price they are charging. That being said, this is a classic "hi-fi product", meaning that the design and build is exemplary. The tone control takes a bit of getting used to. They are not wide band sweeps as you normally expect but carefully tuned for the acoustic guitar harmonics. Once you get used to them you realize how "sweet" they are tuned. It really is a beautiful little beast with lots of headroom.
Posted by Beacher on Oct 31, 2018
Impressive!! 4 of 4 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Grande Prairie, Alberta
I bought the first one in Canada sold through L&M. I own a Larrivee LV-09. I also play my electric through it using an eband boss - I love the distortion. They both sound great!
Vocals is my main instrument: it delivers great fidelity. Not crazy about the reverb for vocals, but sounds great for guitar. This amp is rugged, well made and light to carry around. However, I'm gonna trade it up for Era2 as I want more bottom end for my percussive style of playing and singing. I've also played a Beatbuddy through this baby - it didn't disappoint!
The downside - cost!! I guess you get what you pay for folks.
Posted by gordi on Apr 1, 2018
tiful Amp 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Winnipeg (Wall St), Manitoba
Easy to comment on such a well
thought out wonderful amp. Being at the price point, I knew the amp should be outstanding, but once I started playing with the fx options I was impressed. It really does simply duplicate the exact sound of my Martin but with 250 watts of headroom. Not only does this amp have the best tone I've ever heard from and acoustic amp, it has enough headroom to play small gigs without problem.
This is also only the second acoustic amp I've ever played that doesn't have a feedback problem.This and my Fishman Mini can both be played at almost full volume with complete clarity. Hughes and Kettner have somehow managed to amplify without sacrificing the beautiful tone of my Martin. A truly superior product!
Posted by Stephen on Mar 28, 2018
Beautiful amp 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Sudbury, Ontario
Posted by anonymous on Mar 28, 2018
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How does the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty differ from most manufacturers' warranties?
- Performance Guarantee: Normal wear and tear is covered, so your product will be performing as well as the day you purchased it for the entire duration of the coverage. Band and Orchestral Performance Warranty does not include replacing pads or cleaning for woodwind instruments, unless deemed necessary by our repair staff. Ultrasonic cleaning for brass instruments will be provided if deemed necessary by our repair staff, but is not routinely offered under the Performance Warranty.
- Product Replacement: If your product cannot be fixed or costs too much to fix, we will replace it with the equivalent model for no additional charge. If this is not possible, a full refund will be provided.
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- Guitar Setup: Guitars purchased at Long & McQuade come with 1 free setup, to be redeemed within 1 year for new guitars and 90 days for used guitars.
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Long & McQuade reserves the right to restrict the purchase of additional years of Performance Warranty. Used products come with a 3-month Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Some products (i.e. computers, software, cymbals and other items) are covered only by the manufacturer‘s warranty. Consumables (i.e. strings, reeds, drum sticks, batteries, tubes, cross faders) are excluded as they are designed to be replaced. Cosmetic Damage, Accidental Damage, or problems caused by Humidity or Temperature Issues are not covered. Speakers damaged by overpowering are generally not covered. Our coverage does not provide compensation for loss of use. As of June 2018 the Performance Warranty is no longer transferable. The warranty is only valid in Canada.
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Some manufacturers provide warranties for longer than 1 year; however, these are usually limited warranties that do not provide the same coverage as the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Customers interested in more complete and convenient (but not necessarily longer) coverage are still able to purchase additional years of the Performance Warranty.
If you are interested in receiving this coverage for longer than one year, you have the option of purchasing additional years of the Performance Warranty. The pricing is as follows:
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- USED products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to increase the warranty from 3 months to 1 year. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- GUITARS: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year. $45 maximum. An additional free setup is not included with additional purchased years of Performance Warranty.
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