What is the use of amplifier in Guitars?

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The world would be more harmonious if only there were more musicians.

As the name suggests, an amplifier amplifies sound. An electric guitar is not made of wood and is not hollow so it needs an amp and a speaker to be heard.
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amplifiers are generally used with electric guitars to amplify the sound, as you cannot hear what you are playing.You can connect the amplifier to you acoustic too if your guitar allows it to but it's not highly recommended, but for electric guitars, amplifiers are must :)
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Hi Sanjay , If you have an acoustic guitar and if you are using it only at home then typically you wouldn't need an amp however if you have a semi acoustic guitar then you could plug in the guitar to an amp to get the output on amp. If you are playing on stage or with a band then you would need an...
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Hi Sanjay , If you have an acoustic guitar and if you are using it only at home then typically you wouldn't need an amp however if you have a semi acoustic guitar then you could plug in the guitar to an amp to get the output on amp. If you are playing on stage or with a band then you would need an amp.Also If you own an electric guitar then you would need an amp for sure. read less
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