Originally Posted by: maggiorI think you are right that since it is a practice amp, it's not going to have the extra of an effects loop. Something for you to keep in mind when you get yourself an amp for gigging!

Exactly! I'm looking into the Blackstar HT-5R which has an effects loop, a footswitch to switch between clean and crunch channels, and more precise EQ controls. Supposedly it's good enough for gigging if you mic it up of course.

So not to open another bag of worms, but if you're going to mic up an amp anyway, why is it necessary to have higher wattage amps (like 40, 60, or 80)?