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  • Comment: Note from editor The review section has been removed and prose from independent, reliable, published sources is all that remains. Every line is factual and all claims are sourced. Other than the problem with cheap batteries cutting out and initial setup considerations, there are virtually no reliable sources that are not impressed with the initial version this device -- the device is now an actual topic -- the "Twamp".
    * It is a frequent misunderstanding of the NPOV policy, often expressed by newbies, visitors, and outside critics, that articles must not contain any form of bias, hence their efforts to remove statements they perceive as biased. The NPOV policy does forbid the inclusion of editorial bias, but does not forbid properly sourced bias. Without the inclusion and documentation of bias in the real world, many of our articles would fail to document the sum total of human knowledge, and would be rather "blah" reading, devoid of much meaningful and interesting content.WP:POVDELETION
    :Regards Apriltools (talk) 02:09, 5 December 2024 (UTC)
  • Comment: Reviews are not something that is usually within a Wikipedia article, especially since a large chunk of the article is just the "reviews" section. SirMemeGod  13:33, 9 October 2024 (UTC)
  • Comment: Declined due to the focus of the article going on the positive reviews, instead of the product itself, which is only mentioned in the lead for some reason. ABG (Talk/Report any mistakes here) 01:39, 8 October 2024 (UTC)
Tonewoodamp
InventorOfer Webman
Inception2014
ManufacturerHONZ Technologies, LLC
Websitewww.tonewoodamp.com
Notes
HONZ Technologies, LLC[1]
Legal statusLLC
PurposeGuitar accessory
Location
  • Phoenix, AZ, USA
ProductsTonewood Amplifier
Marketing
Helene Webman
Product design
Ofer Webman
Websitewww.tonewoodamp.com

Tonewoodamp is an acoustic guitar accessory, a mini amp and a digital signal processor (DSP) with effects such as reverb, delay, echo and tremolo. The device infuses amplified sound back into the body of the guitar itself.[2] The Tonewoodamp, attaches to the back of the acoustic guitar with magnets, a pickup is required.[3][4] Ofer Webman conceived and designed a working prototype, engineers were brought in to fine tune the product.[3]

The Tonewoodamp is described as "innovative" and "affordable",[5][6] the device can create sounds that would otherwise require a traditional amplifier with effects.[7] Nathan Bell of Acoustic Guitar magazine reports that the x brace component (magnet component for inside of the guitar) should be augmented with additional tape or adhesive, and that experimenting with optimal positioning of the x brace may lead to better performance. He also notes that the iOS cable for the unit to connect to Apple devices is sold separately.[6] Nick Ryan Piescor of American Songwriter magazine notes that the instructions for installing the Tonewoodamp are extensive and it took some time to calibrate the device to the guitar and find the optimal position for the x brace component. He also reports that the amp would occasionally cut out, this problem was resolved by using the recommended AA batteries.[8]

In the ten years since its 2014 introduction, the Tonewoodamp had been nicknamed "Twamp", vendors like Yahama and Lava have introduced similar technology, requiring the purchase of one of their guitars. [9]

In 2024, the Tonewoodamp 2 was introduced along with an iOS/Android (mixing) app with Bluetooth connectivity. The new Twamp includes the ability to use four effects at the same time and has a rechargeable battery. The external controller has been reduced in size and includes a mechanism that allows it to attach to guitars with curved backs.[9]

Notable users

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Andy McKee, Mike Dawes, Becky Langan, Larry Mitchell, Ben Lacy, Guy Buttery, Karla Davis, Cory Batten, Dayna Manning, Steve Katz, Jerry Douglas and George Benson[3]

References

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  1. ^ "Phoenix, AZ". Inc.com. 1970-01-01. Archived from the original on 2020-11-27. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
  2. ^ "ToneWoodAmp pushes digital effects through an acoustic guitar's body". New Atlas. 2014-09-24. Archived from the original on 2024-07-26. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
  3. ^ a b c Randall, Mac (2023-11-17). "ToneWoodAmp's Helene Webman on Her Company's Unique Gear and Mission". Acoustic Guitar. Archived from the original on 2023-12-04. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
  4. ^ Dickson, Jamie (2014-12-08). "ToneWoodAmp seeks backers". MusicRadar. Archived from the original on 2024-07-26. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
  5. ^ Gill, Chris (2016-11-04). "Review: ToneWoodAmp Multi-Effects Processor for Acoustic Guitars". guitarworld. Retrieved 2024-07-26. The ToneWoodAmp is not only innovative and useful, but it's also incredibly cool and affordable, and it may even change the way acoustic players perform and record.
  6. ^ a b Bell, Nathan (2016-08-16). "Gear Review: The Truly Acoustic, Acoustic Guitar ToneWoodAmp [VIDEO]". Acoustic Guitar. Archived from the original on 2024-07-26. Retrieved 2024-07-26. The ToneWoodAmp is an affordable, cutting-edge product that serves the traditional needs of the performing guitarist. It belongs in every guitarist's toolbox.
  7. ^ "ToneWoodAmp review". MusicRadar. 2019-11-11. Archived from the original on 2024-07-26. Retrieved 2024-07-26. The ToneWoodAmp is a fantastic creative tool for use at home... or anywhere else. Your can get sounds fast that wouldn't be possible without finding your guitar lead and booting up a computer or an amp with effects.
  8. ^ Piescor, Nick Ryan (2018-06-08). "TonewoodAmp review". American Songwriter. Retrieved 2024-10-08.
  9. ^ a b Eastwood, Clit (2024-10-07). "Acoustic guitar amp pushes multi-effects through the sound hole". New Atlas. Archived from the original on 2024-11-21. Retrieved 2024-11-21.
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