Learn to say popular guitar amplifier brand names correctly.
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How is Marshall (British brand whose stacked amplifiers became a rock and roll icon) correctly pronounced?
Marshall is pronounced 'MAR-shul' — stress on the first syllable, the same as the common English surname. In a technical interview: "Marshall's stack paired a separate amp head with a cabinet holding four speakers."
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How is Vox (British brand known for the AC30 amplifier used by many classic rock guitarists) correctly pronounced?
Vox is pronounced 'VOKS' — one syllable, rhyming with 'box', from the Latin word for 'voice'. In a technical interview: "Vox's AC30 was prized for the natural, chiming breakup its tubes produced at higher volumes."
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How is Orange (British brand of amplifiers instantly recognizable by its orange vinyl covering) correctly pronounced?
Orange is pronounced 'OR-inj' — the same as the English word for the fruit and color. In a technical interview: "Orange's amp used its signature bright orange covering, making it instantly recognizable on stage."
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How is Mesa Boogie (American brand known for high-gain amplifiers popular with metal guitarists) correctly pronounced?
Mesa Boogie is pronounced 'MAY-suh BOO-gee' — 'Mesa' with a long 'ay' sound, plus 'Boogie' rhyming with the dance style. In a technical interview: "Mesa Boogie's amp offered multiple gain channels footswitchable mid-song."
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How is Hiwatt (British brand of amplifiers known for extreme loudness and clean headroom) correctly pronounced?
Hiwatt is pronounced 'HY-wot' — blending 'high' and 'watt', stress on the first syllable. In a technical interview: "Hiwatt's amp stayed clean even at stadium volumes, unlike amps that broke up much earlier."