Hiwatt Leeds Ac 60W
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The Leeds AC 60 is presented as the first Hiwatt amp dedicated to acoustic guitar. The idea is clear: to offer a combo that respects the instrument's personality while providing the practicality expected by today's acoustic musicians (vocals, built-in effects, portability). Within the range, it positions itself as a no-compromise solution on clarity, with a Hiwatt approach focused on definition, reliability, and clean reproduction at any volume.
Who This Amp Is For
The Hiwatt Leeds AC 60 targets the acoustic musician who wants a clean, clear sound that's ready to play without getting lost in a complex setup. It suits both demanding beginners and experienced players looking for a simple and effective combo for their performances.
It is particularly comfortable in rehearsals, on small stages, and in café-concert settings: the XLR input allows for integrating vocals or a second acoustic source, making it an excellent choice for solo/duo formats. Style-wise, it naturally caters to acoustic pop, folk, chanson, soft jazz, and all contexts where precision and intelligibility are paramount.
Technical specifications
| Effects | Reverb, Chorus | Number of effects | 2 |
| Category | Acoustic amp | Number of channels | 2 |
| Technology | Solid state | Speaker diameter | 8" |
| Input | jack, XLR micro | Number of speakers | 1 |
| Effects loop | No | EQ | 3 channels |
| Reverb | Yes | Color | Black |
| Pedalboard included | No | Power output | 60 W |
| Category | Amplifier | Dimensions (mm) | 392 x 233 x 270 |
Questions frequently asked
Does the Hiwatt Leeds AC 60 allow connecting a microphone and an acoustic guitar?
Its two channels accommodate a guitar via jack and a microphone via the XLR input. This setup allows separate control of the levels for a guitar and a voice.
What power does this acoustic amplifier offer?
The stated power is 60 W, suitable for rehearsals, small stages, and coffeehouse gigs.
What effects are built into the Leeds AC 60?
A chorus and a reverb are built in. The chorus adds movement to arpeggios, while the reverb adds space to the guitar or voice. No footswitch is included to control them.
Does the sound remain clear for fingerpicking and chords?
The analog preamp and 3-band EQ are designed to preserve the clarity of attacks. Chords maintain their separation, while fingerstyle playing retains its subtlety.
What speaker does the combo feature?
Sound is delivered by a single 8-inch speaker. The combo measures 392 x 233 x 270 mm and does not have an effects loop.
