Gear / Amp
Roland JC-120
On 3 sourced rigs at ToneLineage.
Who uses it
- Alex LifesonHiwatt years: Farewell to Kings to Permanent Waves 1976–1980
Roland JC-120 (chorus): 'I think I used a Roland JC-120 for the chorus sound' (Spirit of Radio). Guitar World (Nov 1996 archive): Alex Lifeson breaks down 11 Rush tracks ↗
- The EdgeThe Unforgettable Fire / The Joshua Tree 1984–1987
Named in the 1987 interview. Guitar World (1987 archive): The Edge on The Joshua Tree ↗
- Keith UrbanAustralia → The Ranch 1980s–1990s
Urban (VG) on a friend's Strat and JC-120: 'I loved its chorus sound'. Vintage Guitar: Keith Urban interview ↗
Affordable clones & alternatives
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- Fender Champion II 25 Guitar Combo Amplifier (1x8", 25 Watts)~$150 new approx.
- Fender Champion II 50 Guitar Combo Amplifier (1x12", 50 Watts)~$200 new approx.
- Budget clone
- Boss CE-2W chorus (for the JC chorus flavour)
- Boutique clone
- Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus combo
Suggested alternative Clones are editorial suggestions, not claims about what any artist uses.
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