Hughes&Kettner ERA 1 Wood

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Acoustic Amplifier

For acoustic guitar, classical guitar, accordion, strings, keyboard, zither etc.
Channels: 4
Power: 250 Watts
Equipped with: 8" custom-made speaker + 1" dome tweeter
High resolution
Direct and unadulterated sound reproduction
Large headroom for a dynamic playing feel
Accurate mapping of the entire range of frequencies
Channels 1 and 2 are identical and can be used equally for two instruments or an instrument and vocals or two voices. Equipped with a high-resolution mic and instrument input (XLR/jack combo socket - switchable phantom power)
Switches: -10 dB / shape / mute gain controller 3-band EQ with two modes (e.g. for steel string and nylon string)
Channel-specific FX engine with 16 programmes – reverbs, choruses, flangers, etc.
Channel 3: Aux In 3.5 mm stereo input adjustable for an external audio source
Channel 4: FX Return 6.3 mm stereo input adjustable for devices with line level
Master section with controls for volume and notch filter for resonance suppression
5 Outputs: (DI, Line, Tuner, Headphones, Digital Out S/PDIF Toslink)
FX loop: 6.3 mm FX send
35 mm pole mount
Weight: 10.75 kg
Dimensions (W x H x D): 351 x 285 x 290 mm
Colour: Natural Glazed
Includes tilt stand (25° / 35°) and padded protective cover
Made in Germany

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Available since July 2017

Item number 415880

Sales Unit 1 piece(s)

Power in Watts 250

Speaker size 1x 8", 1x 1"

Channels 4

Reverb Yes

Effects Processor Yes

External FX Loop Yes

Microphone Input Yes

Phantom Power Yes

Line Input Yes

Battery Operation No

Footswitch connection Yes

Incl. Footswitch No

Weight in kg 9,9 kg

$695

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The dawn of a new acoustic era

Does the world really need yet another acoustic amplifier? “Yes” is the simple answer - after all, someone has to do the job properly, and the manufacturer now taking up the gauntlet is Saarland-based Hughes & Kettner. Present one of the most renowned amp designers in Germany with a highly pragmatic requirement profile and the result is the Hughes & Kettner era 1 amplifier – a powerhouse that can comfortably compete with the best in the industry. Four channels, a 250-watt output, and a weight of just ten kilograms are features that simply cannot be ignored, particularly when the resulting sound is also something special.

Features, features, features ...

The Hughes & Kettner era 1 is a 250-watt amp which features an 8" speaker together with a 1" dome tweeter and has been specially designed for acoustic instruments. It offers two identical, extensively equipped channels as well as two further inputs with a level adjustment facility, with one acting as an effects return. Signal processing takes place on an entirely digital basis, with the result that when the three-band equaliser is adjusted, for example, a whole host of complex processes, which are all optimised for acoustic instruments, are carried out undetected. The effects section is also optimally integrated, delivering well-known spatial and modulation effects, and lavishing a beautiful sound quality on acoustics and vocals alike. Since an amp of this calibre should not be placed directly on the floor (that much is obvious!), the era 1 also features a stand-mounting flange on the underside as well as a tilting stand built into the classic, dark-stained wooden housing.

The perfect complement for piezo pickups

With the era 1, Hughes & Kettner has created a thoroughly professional product which is lightweight, compact, and extremely powerful, and is compatible with all manner of acoustic instruments, although some compromises do have to be made in terms of sound when amplifying acoustic and double basses. Boasting a clear, natural, and powerful tone, the era 1 can also hold its own in louder environments and will prove a suitable companion for even the most discerning professionals. Unlike many other amps, which fall by the wayside in this respect, a striking feature of the era 1 is just how well it works with piezo pickups, delivering a surprisingly natural sound from appropriately equipped instruments, even if the guitar does not come with a preamp.

About Hughes & Kettner

Hughes & Kettner is one of the largest German suppliers of guitar and bass amplifiers. Founded in 1984 by Hans and Lothar Stamer under the name Stamer Musikanlagen GmbH, the manufacturer from St. Wendel in the Saarland can boast of its numerous innovations. For example, its first venture into the field of guitar amplifiers, the ASR64 from 1986, was the first programmable amplifier in the world. Thanks to its compact format, the Cream Machine of 1987 can be counted among the very first mini tube amplifiers. Equally influential were the Red Box analogue speaker simulation, the first six-channel amplifier (the Triamp), and the ZenTera, which used modelling technology in an integrated amplifier even before Line 6.

Flying high

An inherent feature of an acoustic amplifier is that it amplifies acoustic instruments when they are too quiet, for example when used in combination with other instruments or when filling a larger room with sound, and this makes the era 1 the proverbial stage hog. However, to make sure the sound of the amp is projected at sufficient height for the band and audience to hear it properly, it will need to be adequately elevated using the integrated stand-mounting flange, where it can then be used as the sole amp for a singer/guitarist in smaller locations while still keeping a further two inputs free for samples and playback tracks.

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First impression - Just epic!

Amp Epico! 31.10.2017

I have recently got new Era 1 and very happy with the sound. It was tested on my Taylor acoustic Guitar and Music Man JP Majesty. I didn't try all features yet. In General I have bought it to have very good clean acoustic sound for recording but it is also very useful for some concerts. Maybe about 1 thing I have to mention what I not really like but maybe it is natural thing: the noise from amp. When you put Volume on 12 o clock and gain parameter also about 12 o clock it is getting markedly , but it is also possible to play with the parameters to reduce the noise. The conclusion is: clean sound itself just fantastic, exact what I expected. Number of effects is enough and can be customized, interesting work of EQ with boosting the frequents. In my opinion it is great acoustic Amp!

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Großartiger Acoustic Amp mit einer kleinen Schwäche

Sgt.Pepper 06.09.2018

Ich verwende den Amp für kleiner Auftritte (alleine) für 1-2 Akustik Gitarren und Gesang. Kaufgrund war die wirklich exzellente Klangabbildung, auch meine 12Saitige Taylor wird super aufgelöst und brilliant wiedergegeben. Bei der sechssaitigen mit einem LR Baggs Anthem Abnehmer wirkt die Wiedergabe so gut, dass man bei niedrigeren Lautstärken gar nicht merkt dass er läuft. Wirklich toll.
DIe Bedienung und vor allem die gute Ausstattung mit Ein/Ausgängen ist sehr gut gelöst. Bei den zahlreichen Effekten verliert man gerne die Übersicht, daher hab ich mir ein Kärtchen mit den Effekten und Einstellungen gedruckt und foliert und in die Amp Tasche gesteckt. Das wäre ein nettes Gimmick! (H&K hört her!)

Auch der Boxenflansch an der Unterseite hilft und ist sehr praktisch.

Doch nun zu kleinen Schwäche: der Schrägsteller. Der ist ja wirklich besch**eiden gelöst: ein gebogenes MEtallstaberl dass man an der unterseite reinstecken muss. NIcht nur dass man dabei gerne mal was zerkratzt, dass Zeit ausleiert und dann fällt das wieder raus, und mann kann es falsch und richtig rum reinstecken. Das haben andere (z.B. Ibanez mit dem größen Troubadour) wesentlich besser gelöst. Mal ganz davon abgesehen dass das DIng in der Hülle/Tasche des Verstärkers sinnlos platz frisst. Daher der Sternchen Abzug bei Features und Verarbeitung.

In Summe: Kaufempfehlung.

Nachtrag vom 21.12.2018
Nun schon Auftritte hinter mir. Nur positives Feedback. DIe Taylor mit dem LR Baggs Anthem und ein AKG COndensator Bühnenmic. gar nicht viel einstellen, einschalten und gut ist. Eines der Reverb Programme und loslegen. Großartig.

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Qualité et son chaleureux

Ovation26 02.04.2018

Avis après réglage à la maison, 2 répétitions et un concert live.
Il faut passer par le toujours subtil réglage pour optimiser le préampli de la guitare et les divers réglages de l'ERA 1. Mais ça vaut la peine d'y passer du temps et d'éplucher le manuel (en Français), le résultat est très satisfaisant.
Sur un si petit et léger combo, on arrive a obtenir un son chaud en passant par des basses qui n'ont pas à rougir par rapport à un matériel plus encombrant, jusqu'aux aigus précis sans être agressifs. Comme souvent le réglage des médiums est délicat, mais avec de la patience, tout sonne bien et avec ses 250w, on a de la réserve !
Bon le tarif n'est pas neutre, mais la qualité est là et on a un matériel entièrement fabriqué en Allemagne, livré avec une housse matelassée solide et un pied permettant de basculer l'ampli en fonction retour !
Ma guitare : Takamine Tan10c, mon ancien ampli : Fishman Loudbox Artist

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genau was ich suchte

Mike LD 21.05.2020

wie in der Werbung versprochen bringr der Era1 den Originalsound der Gitarre super rüber. Da fällt es auch nicht ins Gewicht, dass die Einstellung der Effekte auf den eigenen Bedarf etwas fummelig ist, denn was ich will ist der Originalklang. Toll auch, dass es 2 komplett unabhängige Kanäle gibt. Einziger Sterneabzug für die kleinen Regler, die etwas schwierig zugänglich sind. Ist aber gut zu verschmerzen, alles andere wirklich top!

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Hughes&Kettner ERA 1 Wood

Acoustic Amplifier