ToneWoodAmp 2: Acoustic Guitar Effects with Mike & Justin

The ToneWoodAmp 2 is the ultimate acoustic guitar effects device, often described as an acoustic guitarist's pedalboard. While electric players have long enjoyed reverb, delay, chorus, tremolo, flanger, and phaser pedals, acoustic players have rarely had access to such creative tools. That changes now—with Mike and Justin testing this incredible gear.

Unlike traditional pedals, the ToneWoodAmp 2 attaches magnetically to the back of your guitar (as long as it has a pickup) and uses the body's natural vibrations. The result? Studio-quality effects that literally come out of your guitar's soundhole—no amp or pedalboard required. Just your guitar, the ToneWoodAmp 2, and endless inspiration.

Mike and Justin show how different and inspiring this device is for acoustic players who want to unlock new sounds and creativity without the bulk of a traditional setup.

What's New in the ToneWoodAmp 2

The first ToneWoodAmp was already cool, but this version takes it up a notch. Here's what's different:

It's USB-C rechargeable and lasts much longer than the old AA battery setup.
A companion phone app allows you to save presets, adjust settings, and control a whole pedalboard.
You get more effects and ways to combine them — reverbs, delays, chorus, phaser, flanger, tremolo.
There are tools for feedback control, like a "Feedback Assassin" and a six-band notch filter.

You can still use the buttons on the unit itself, but the app makes everything easier and more flexible.

How It Sounds

The difference between it being on and off is night and day. With the effects running, the guitar fills the room with lush sound — Justin even thought his studio monitors had been left on. Please turn it off; suddenly, the guitar feels much more raw and bare.

It can do short room reverbs that add a bit of space, or big plate reverbs with chorus and delay that sound huge. Slapback delay, atmospheric space sounds, tremolo that feels like a Leslie speaker—all in there. And it's not just for advanced players. Even simple strumming or fingerpicking feels more inspiring when you've got effects happening from the guitar.

Installing and Using It

To get started, pop a little magnetic brace inside the guitar, and the ToneWoodAmp clips onto the back. Justin's had the same brace in his main guitar for almost 10 years with no problems. Once it's in, you can move the unit between guitars easily. The cool thing is you don't need to buy a special guitar with effects built in—you can use your favourite guitar and still get all the magic.

Playing Live

This isn't just for the sofa at home. You can run the ToneWoodAmp live like pedals by plugging the output into a PA or amp. Mike even uses it in shows, walking through the audience with effects, and people are blown away, wondering where the sound is coming from.

Who's Behind It

Ofer and Helene, a husband-and-wife team from Arizona, invented the ToneWoodAmp. The first version came out almost 10 years ago, and even though it was a rough-looking prototype, it sounded so good that it immediately caught attention. The ToneWoodAmp 2 takes everything further with more power, flexibility, and polish.

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Final Thoughts

The ToneWoodAmp 2 isn't just a gimmick. Sure, it's fun to call it a "guitar toy," but it's more of an "inspiration box." Once you play with it, turning it off feels like something's missing. It makes practicing at home more fun, writing songs more creative, and live performances more engaging.

👉 If you've ever wanted your acoustic guitar to feel as exciting as an electric with a pedalboard, this little box delivers. Buy yours here!