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bayleedianec
bayleedianec|55

My parents just bought me a Squier Mini Strat for Christmas, but didn't get a case with it! What would be good for that size guitar? Also any recommendations for headphone amps? I live with people and don't want to keep them up with late night playing.

tel_nobody
tel_nobody|3007
GEAR:
  • Fender MIJ Jazzmaster JM62
  • Epiphone Dot
  • Electro-Harmonix Sovtek "Green Russian" Big Muff Pi V7C
In reply to bayleedianec:

https://www.amazon.com/Fender-Mini-Stratocaster-Gig-Bag/dp/B001U3W2B6

I would maybe see if it fit in a standard coffin, then pack out the 'butt end' of the case with cushion foam cut to an approximate shape that fits your mini snugly, that will stop the mini from bouncing around, and maybe cover that foam with a bit of velvet or crush velvet from a material shop if you want it to look prettier... even if that piece is just a 'cushion' that fits inside your case, you can remove if you want and not have a damaged case.

GEAR:
  • Fender MIJ Jazzmaster JM62
  • Epiphone Dot
  • Electro-Harmonix Sovtek "Green Russian" Big Muff Pi V7C
gchiaren
gchiaren|37552 ADMIN
GEAR:
  • Fender Telecaster Custom Electric Guitar
  • Big Ear Pedals Woodcutter
  • HeadRush FRFR Go Portable Desktop Amplifier
In reply to bayleedianec:

Congrats on the new guitar! 🎸

Recommendations for headphone amps - I think you mean a guitar amp with a headphones jack (careful saying headphone amp, that's an entirely different thing 😄)

If you crave that sough-after tube tone in a more compact package, have a look at this guide on the Best Small Tube Amps. Focus on the ones with a headphones jack. On a budget the Bugera V5 Infinium is pretty great.

For even smaller practice-friendly amps, check out this guide: Best Mini Amps.

GEAR:
  • Fender Telecaster Custom Electric Guitar
  • Big Ear Pedals Woodcutter
  • HeadRush FRFR Go Portable Desktop Amplifier
bayleedianec
bayleedianec|55

Thank you both :)

steve_snider
steve_snider|153
In reply to bayleedianec:

if you're just starting out I'd look at a Line 6 spider practice amp. They have a lot of good features and are very inexpensive. Then, when you're ready you can invest in a nicer tube amp and a full size guitar! Congrats on the awesome Xmas present, your folks did you a solid.

angusyoung200
angusyoung200|267

I was recently recommend this ChromaCast CC-EHC Electric Guitar Hard Case also if you want a cheap pair of headphones for a amp i suggest Roland

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