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strength is in tonal options, foregoing all
effects (including reverb) and allowing the
player to focus strictly on his sound. And
when it’s time to add some chorus, delay or
other tone enhancements the effects loop
is conveniently located on the back of the
amp or plug your effects chain directly to the
input on the top face.
MT Pilot not only has a ton of mojo-tastic
tone, it’s also aesthetically appealing to look
at with a retro style grill and ultra cool neonblue LED lit MojoTone logo that lights up
when the amp is turned on.
PERFORMANCE
Test-driving MT Pilot with my Strat and
Les Paul revealed a diversity many other
amps don’t have. From classic American
Tweed style clean tones to British AC-30
and Plexi grit MT Pilot wins hands down. The
amp responded well at lower volumes, but
opening the throttle and pushing the tubes
unveils rich harmonic overtones and singing
qualities. MT Pilot is a good practice amp for
home, but that’s like having a Ferrari and
not taking it past 55 miles an hour! Clearly
this amp’s meant to be played in louder
environments. And it’s downright powerful
for a 20-watt. The owner’s manual even
warns about potential hearing loss! ■
Dave Celentano teaches private guitar
lessons in the Los Angeles area, authored a
multitude of educational guitar books, dvds,
and internet tutorials, and released several
cds. His latest books “Michael Bloomfield
Legendary Licks” and “Triads for the Rock
Guitarist” are available everywhere and
his latest cd “Desert Storm” is available on
iTunes, Amazon.com, and CDBaby.com. For
more info check out Dave’s web site:
www.davecelentano.com
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