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Touchscreen Or Classic Controls? Blackstar and Hotone Amp Modeler Demos

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By Tom ButwinJul 10, 2025
Tom Butwin
Tom Butwin is a freelance contributor to Premier Guitar and also a singer, songwriter, guitarist, and YouTube personality. He studied at Oakland University, and he's released three original records, as well as two musical theater cover albums. (Yes, musical theater. You read that correctly.) You can connect with him at https://www.TomButwin.com.
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Are you looking for a flexible amp modeler for the stage, studio, or home? In this in-depth demo, PG contributor Tom Butwin takes you through gigging, practicing, and recording with two compelling options: the touchscreen-powered Hotone Ampero II and the tactile, amp-style Blackstar AMPED 3.

Hotone Ampero II Amp Modeler and Effects Processor Pedal

Amp Modeler & Effects Processor
Hotone
$599.99
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Blackstar Dept. 10 AMPED 3 100-watt Guitar Amplifier Pedal

AMPED3 Amp Pedal
Blackstar
$619.99
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