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Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus 40W 2x10 Guitar Amplifier

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Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus 40W 2x10 Guitar Amplifier
Key Features
  • 40W RMS
  • Two 10" Speakers
  • Twin Cabinets for Stereo Capabilities
  • Onboard Stereo Effects Loops
Featuring true stereo capabilities housed within a single unit, the Roland JC-40 is a 40W 2x10" combo amplifier designed to deliver a clean tone to an electric guitar. The unit features a three-band tone stack and a bright switch, as well as distortion, reverb, a special stereo chorus, and vibrato capability. A set of dual inputs can be used for stereo purposes, such as connecting a stereo-output effects unit or a guitar or synth with stereo output.
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Roland JC-40 Overview

Featuring true stereo capabilities housed within a single unit, the Roland JC-40 is a 40W 2x10" combo amplifier designed to deliver a clean tone to an electric guitar. The unit features a three-band tone stack and a bright switch, as well as distortion, reverb, a special stereo chorus, and vibrato capability. A set of dual inputs can be used for stereo purposes, such as connecting a stereo-output effects unit or a guitar or synth with stereo output.

Turn your attention to the back of the amp and you'll notice multiple options for connectivity: An effects loop (switchable between series and parallel) allow you to patch in stereo effects, while dual line outputs provide a convenient stereo feed into mixers, PAs, or recorders. You can achieve silent stereo for practicing using the 1/4" headphone jack on the front panel.

With the addition of a footswitch (available separately) you can enable the onboard chorus, vibrato, reverb, and distortion settings at the tap of a toe.

3-band EQ tone stack
Bright switch
Stereo-input design and twin cabinets allow for true representation of stereo effects in a single combo amplifier.
Spatial chorus and vibrato
Effects loop can be instantiated in both series and parallel modes
Chorus/vibrato, reverb, and distortion can be enabled via footswitch (footswitches available separately)
Suitable for reggae, jazz, and rock
UPC: 761294507704

Roland JC-40 Specs

Amplifier Section
Amplifier Type
Solid-State
Output Power
40 W
Channels
1
Master Volume
Yes
Tone Section
Bass, Mid, Treble
Built-In Effects
Chorus, Digital Reverb, Distortion/Overdrive, Vibrato
Effects Loop
Yes
Inputs
2x 1/4" Mono Instrument
3x 1/4" Mono Footswitch
2x 1/4" Mono Effects Return
Outputs
1x 1/4" Stereo Headphone
1x 1/4" Mono Effects Send
2x 1/4" Mono Line Level
Speaker Section
Speaker Configuration
2x 10" Cone
Power Rating
40 W RMS
Cabinet Type
Straight Open Stereo
Physical
Dimensions (W x H x D)
23.3 x 9.9 x 17.2" / 59.2 x 25.1 x 43.6 cm Combo
Weight
34.83 lb / 15.8 kg (Combo)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
41.3 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
28.2 x 19.7 x 13.1"

Roland JC-40 Reviews

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question

can you plug a second guitar into the second input?
Asked by: Anonymous
The JC 40 is a stereo unit with 2 discrete signal paths and amplifiers. Proper connection would be a single guitar to the Left input or a stereo effect or pedal output to the L and R inputs to preserve the stereo effects. * If you connect a guitar to the R jack, the sound is heard only from the right speaker.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2024-12-06

question

can this amp be used for a keyboard as well?
Asked by: Anonymous
It can! In addition, its unique in that it offers true stereo inputs, which many keyboard amps don't offer.
Answered by: David D. Roland Expert
Date published: 2024-12-06
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