{"id":1675,"date":"2022-04-11T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-11T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thestringcrew.com\/?p=1675"},"modified":"2022-05-02T13:59:27","modified_gmt":"2022-05-02T13:59:27","slug":"can-you-play-electric-guitar-without-an-amp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thestringcrew.com\/can-you-play-electric-guitar-without-an-amp\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Play Electric Guitar Without An Amp?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It is no secret that the prices of guitars and amplifiers are becoming far too high for many to afford. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is too expensive to buy an electric guitar and an amp as a combo for many people, so it’s pretty common for electric guitars to initially be purchased by themselves. This ultimately begs the question, can you play an electric guitar without an amp?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Electric guitars can be played without an amp. However, unlike acoustic guitars, the sound produced will be very faint and won’t represent the true tonality of the guitar. There are benefits to playing with an amp, but alternatives like computer software or multi-effects pedals work great, too.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have just purchased an electric guitar or are looking at buying one without an amplifier, do not worry! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite certain limitations, you will still be able to play your guitar and get an audible sound. However, we will show you the benefits of using an amp and cost-effective alternatives to using an amp that will work wonders for your guitar tone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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