The speakers on the amplifier are some of the most important components of any guitar. This is because the speakers are the last links in the sound chain where they are responsible for physically recreating the sound. The speaker works by moving the air to create the sound wave and consequently produce the sound coming from the guitar. This makes it paramount to always have the right amplifier speaker. Here are some of the primary reasons why it is important to change the speakers on your guitar’s amplifier.  

Sound/Tone

The speakers on the amp are directly responsible for determining the tone or sound of the guitar. The main reason behind this is that the cones of the speakers wear out after being used for some time. These cones are usually made using paper and after prolonged use, the paper loses its elasticity and rigidity. This prevents the speakers from producing certain tones and sound. But replacing the speakers means that the new speakers will come with optimally elastic cones. Consequently, the guitar will be able to produce almost any tone that the player wants to play.  

Built-in Attenuators

Some of the modern speakers on guitars’ amps are coming with built-in attenuators. This can be very helpful because it helps save the money that would have been used to buy separate attenuators. These modern speakers are also better because they are designed in a way that the built-in attenuators are completely compatible with them. This means that while getting such speakers one does not have to worry about getting the wrong attenuators. This gives you a better control of the guitar including the volume of the sounds produced.  

Change of Size

While changing your current set you also get the freedom to incorporate speakers of different sizes. This is especially when it comes to power because different speakers have different levels of power output. The speakers on your amplifier might not be having ample power to produce the precise sound that you want. You can easily overcome this by getting a new speaker that is more powerful. You just need to carefully select the right speaker that has the levels of power that are compatible with your guitar.  

Increase the Number of Speakers

You can also decide to replace your one speaker with more than one speaker. This mainly depends on the size of your speaker cabinet and whether it has space for another speaker/s. you just need to know how to wire multiple speakers so that they can give optimum resistance. Since this requires a number of technical steps you might have to get a professional who has the right skills and tools to install the multiple speakers.  

Emergency Speaker

When you change the set on your amplifier you will have a spare speaker. This can be very helpful if the new speaker gets damaged unexpectedly. During such times you will need a replacement speaker within the shortest time possible so that you can continue playing. You can use the old speaker before getting another one and this can be very helpful. You just need to ensure that the old speaker is kept properly especially if it was fully functional while being replaced. Therefore, as a guitarist or a bassist, you should ensure you replace the speakers on your amplifier from time to time so that you can enjoy the outlined benefits.  

Final Thoughts ...

Well, there you have it, a few reasons to own a set of replacement amp speakers. As far as what brand is best, you have plenty to choose from. And whether you decide on the classic tone of a Celestion or the unique flavor of Eminence, you'll be sure that ProAudioLand will have the best deals around!    

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