Elite Acoustics A1-8 PB Acoustic Amplifier
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Elite Acoustics
A1-8 PB Acoustic Amplifier
Product Info
Article Number:
618724
Brand:
Elite Acoustics
Model:
A1-8 PB Acoustic Amplifier
Category:
Acoustic Guitar Amps
Price:
$658.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Elite Acoustics A1-8 PB is a surprisingly capable and portable acoustic amp. It’s a sweet option for solo performers, singer-songwriters, or anyone needing a self-contained practice solution with decent effects. The battery power is a real game-changer for flexibility.
Product Description
- Elite Acoustics A1-8 PB Acoustic Amplifier
- Battery-Powered Acoustic Amplifier
- Three channels
- Power: 80 watts
- Equipped with: One 8" woofer
- one 1" tweeter and one 1" silk dome tweeter
- Frequency range: 63 Hz - 19
- 000 Hz
- Controls: Volume
- Bass
- Treble
- Effect Level
- Effect Mix
- Rate/Decay
- EFX Send Level
- Channel Volume
- 3-band EQ
- Gain
- Switches: Mute
- Mono
- EFX Bypass
- +48V Phantom Power
- Phase
- Mic/Line or Instrument Switch
- GND/Lift
- Output Source
- Battery Connect/Disconnect Switch
- On/Off
- Effects: 16 different effects: Reverb - Delay - Chorus - Flanger
- Instrument input: 6.3 mm jack
- Aux in: 3.5 mm stereo jack
- Footswitch: 6.3 mm jack
- Line output: 6.3 mm jack
- FX loop send and return: Two 6.3 mm jacks
- Closed housing
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 308 x 282 x 268 mm
- Weight: 9.1 kg
- Colour: Black
- Includes power supply and rechargeable battery
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Excellent clarity from the silk dome tweeters, surprisingly full sound.
- • Battery power offers true portability for gigs and practice.
- • Versatile effects section expands sonic possibilities beyond basic amplification.
- • Solid build quality; the closed housing feels robust and durable.
CONS
- • The 8” woofer may lack serious low-end for larger venues.
- • Limited headroom at higher volumes; can introduce distortion.
- • The EQ, while present, isn’t exceptionally detailed or refined.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
80
Channels
3
Speaker
8” Woofer, 1” & 1” Silk Dome Tweeters
Effects
16 Effects (Reverb, Delay, Chorus, Flanger)
Feedback Control
Phase Switch
Weight
9.1 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The silk dome tweeters handle bright piezo signals reasonably well, but you might need to dial back the treble slightly to avoid harshness.
Battery life will vary with volume and effects usage, but expect around 4-6 hours of moderate use – plan your power accordingly.
The FX loop is serviceable for basic routing, but don't expect pristine, high-end performance like you'd find on a flagship amp.
