Fishman Loudbox Acoustic amp Shootout - Artist versus Mini Charge

Fishman Loudbox Acoustic amp Shootout - Artist versus Mini Charge with Taylor K14CE Builders Edition

Correction! The Artist is 120W amp. Not 180W. (The Fishman Loudbox Performer is the one with 180W's) Regardless, the Artist has plenty of power for my needs.

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[JasonMcFly]

That guitar and your playing will make just about any amp sound good. Really beautiful stuff

[haroldjohnson]

Fantastic demonstration between the two and the artist wins hands down to my favor. I have the artist and loaded it out and now can't get it back, my friend loves it

[JohnDoe-xris]

I gig solo and duo. (acoustic guitar and sing in each) For years I've been plugging into a powered PA cabinet. I bought a mini two days ago. Haven't gigged it yet, just playing solo in the living room and duo in a garage. This thing is great. More than enough power for restaurant/bar patio. If I need more, the XLR out can run to a PA cabinet. (and XLR out is PRE master..nice!) There is something special about the guitar channel. Seems to benefit from the channel being designed specifically for acoustic guitar. The focus of the tone and perhaps a little bit of built in compression. When I got it, I literally played for 5 seconds and could tell the positive difference compared to my PA cabinet. I can use it alone for guitar/vocal for smaller gigs. I can use it as a guitar amp only and plug mic into the PA. I can use the mini as a monitor, and XLR out to the pa....lots of mix/match choices. I should have bought this years ago.

[jerryodom]

I really liked the sound of the mini charge….

[tom]

Artist sounds way better to my ear. Thanks for a good review.

[DavidM]

Thanks for this review. I ended up going for a used artist rather than a new mini. Time 4.20 to 5.38 comparison did it for me. Thanks again

[jeffbellin]

I think for pure sound, the Artist will breathe more due to its added power rating and bigger speaker, but the Mini Charge sounds good and it has the great benefit of being able to be used without a power cord in places you might not have access to power outlets. I love that. So it may not reach as large an audience (it's plenty loud for many situations), but it's good and versatile.

[UPflyer]

The LB “Artist” specs with 120 watts, not 180. The LB “Performer” has 180 watts.

[raulands]

Thanks for another great review! I mostly want it to play at home, I move a lot from one room to another, so I'm thinking the charge would be more suitable

[glouismusic]

Nice thanks. Was hoping to see the effects, delay, reverb, etc..

[MeeeVsWeee]

@2:23 artist vs @2:53 mini, @4:35 artist vs @5:11 mini, @6:38 artist vs @6:19 mini, @7:56 artist vs @8:31 mini

[GySgt_USMC_Ret.]

Thanks for the helpful video. The treble on the mini seems a bit sparkley to me, and not as crisp on the Artist. I have to get an acoustic amp soon before my $200 off coupon expires. The Artist is likely, but I really only need the mini. I recently purchased a Taylor 614ce Builders Edition Wild Honey Burst.

Fair winds and following seas to all.

[jessejamesburnitt]

This was a great comparison! Thank you. I'm unloading some electric gear; amps, guitars, pedals, and focusing more on acoustic performance. I like the idea of a battery powered amp, should you need it for quick grab-n-go situations, but I also like the fuller, richer sound of a bigger, higher-wattage amp. Maybe have to get both? lol. Actually, I'm leaning towards the mini charge with the addition of a larger powered PA speaker for bigger rooms. Would love to hear from others who have used the mini as a stage monitor and what your impressions are. Thanks!

[MrJbarreda]

They both have great sound, off course the Artist has more power, again 9:46 again it depends how much volume you need. I just ordered the Loud box mini, but I just use it at home.

[Hunter-That-Pyredoodle]

Amazing demonstration !!
Thank you so much

[mritchea]

I have the mini and it has served me well.
Thanks for the comparison.

[tommc]

This was a helpful comparison for me. I've had the mini for several years and wondered if I might like the Artist more. I use the LR Baggs Align Session pedal to craft the mini more to my liking. Around 8:00 you mentioned that you scooped the mids on the Artist. Did you also have the mids scooped on the mini? The larger speaker and tweeter on the Artist definitely give a fuller sound in my opinion. thanks for posting.

[carolynshulman]

This was a very helpful comparison. Thank you!

[cottonuke]

Got the mini eventually without battery. would have gotten a artist but no new stock

[diabxr]

Dude probably has my home's value in gear.

Oh, humanity.