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The John Hornby Skewes Rock-Box is your gateway to immersive guitar practice sessions without disturbing the peace. Designed for portability and convenience, this headphone guitar amplifier is perfect for musicians who want to jam out on the go or in the comfort of their own space. With its compact design and intuitive controls, the Rock-Box allows you to enjoy the full tonal range of your guitar without the need for a full-sized amp.

This little powerhouse is equipped with essential features to enhance your playing experience. It offers a range of effects that can be easily dialed in, allowing you to experiment with different sounds and styles. Whether you're into clean tones or gritty overdrives, the Rock-Box has you covered. The built-in effects provide the versatility needed for various genres, making it a versatile tool for any guitarist.

Plug in your headphones and experience clear, high-quality sound reproduction that captures every nuance of your playing. The Rock-Box also includes an aux input, enabling you to play along with your favorite tracks directly from your smartphone or other audio devices. This makes it an excellent companion for practice sessions, whether you're learning new songs or perfecting your technique.

With its easy-to-use interface, the John Hornby Skewes Rock-Box is perfect for musicians of all skill levels. It's a reliable and practical choice for those seeking a hassle-free solution to practice anywhere, anytime.

Key Features:

Compact headphone guitar amplifier
Built-in effects for versatile sound options
Aux input for playing along with external devices
Clear sound reproduction through headphones
User-friendly interface suitable for all skill levels

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Phil Collen

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Def Leppard

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Used for Hysteria, as stated by recording engineer Nigel Green in this 2017 interview.

When Mutt finally arrived on the Hysteria album he didn’t want to go through that again so we decided to go for processed guitar sounds using something called a Rock Box. Other times we would us a Rockman, made by Tom Scholz. The Rock Box had similar settings to the Rockman: a clean sound and a distorted sound. The difference was you could turn off the chorus and effects on the Rock Box allowing you to use your own effects.

So the plan was we were pretty much going to use either the Rockman, or Rock Box for everything guitar wise. If the sound was not right after we added EQ or some outboard gear then we’d maybe change to a different guitar or add some kind of effects pedal. Sometimes I would blend a Roland studio flanger in to beef some of the power chord sounds. We pretty much would try anything to make it work, but in the end if it wasn’t cutting it Mutt and the band would change the guitar part altogether.