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Classic Jazz Chorus Tone in a Compact Package





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In your search for amazing and detailed clean tones, you need to check out the Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus combo guitar amplifier. This 2 x 10", 40-watt combo gives you the classic clean sounds of its big brother the JC-120 in a compact package. An updated selection of iconic effects includes chorus, vibrato, reverb, and distortion. And if you have a stereo processor or keyboard, the JC-40 features stereo inputs as well as outputs and an effects loop. Get the ultimate in clean tones with the Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus combo.





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A compact Jazz Chorus





The original, and much loved, JC-120 hit stages all over the world in 1975. Now, 40 years later, the JC-120 remains in high demand by musicians around the world. The Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus combo amp continues in the rich tradition of the original in a smaller, lower-wattage package with a few tweaks for today's players. It sports dual 20W amps and two custom 10" speakers to give you that lush, stereo image and big Jazz Chorus sound. If you want one of the classic and ultimate clean sounds, then you need to check out the Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus.





Modern effects for today's musicians





The Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus combo amp is loaded with classic effects that have been updated for today's musicians. Roland's famous Dimensional Space Chorus stereo effect has been upgraded with selectable fixed or manual modes for wider tonal ranges. The vibrato and reverb have also been updated with rich, deep stereo sounds. And the footswitchable distortion circuit now gives you a smoother tone that is great for all styles of music. No matter what type of gig you have, the Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus combo amp has the tones and flexibility your want.





A completely stereo signal chain





Sweetwater knows that the Jazz Chorus has long been a favorite among keyboard players and guitarists looking for a clean foundation to run their effects and amp processors through. The Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus has addressed these players by including a front-panel stereo input. You also get a stereo line out and a stereo effects loop. No more lugging two amplifiers or taking your favorite stereo sounds/patches into mono, the Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus amp lets your sound live in its glorious and full-sounding stereo image.





Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus Combo Amplifier Features:


The classic Jazz Chorus sound in a smaller-sized combo


Stereo 40-watt amp powers two 10" speakers for large sound


Mono or stereo input for use with guitars, keyboards, multi-effects processors, and more


Built-in effects include vibrato, chorus, distortion, and reverb


Stereo effects loop lets you hook up your favorite effects