Roland JC40 Jazz Chorus Guitar Amplifier

The JC-40 Jazz Chorus delivers Roland’s renowned “JC clean” tone and signature stereo chorus effect in a compact combo amp with evolved features for the modern guitarist. Like the flagship JC-120 amp that it’s based on` the JC-40 offers a classic stereo clean sound that’s a perfect palette for tone shaping with stompbox effects. Now` there’s also a true stereo input for enhanced performance with stereo effects pedals` guitar synths` amp modeling gear` and multi-effects. In addition` the JC-40’s onboard effects include newly added features and updated sounds to support the needs of today’s players.

• Legendary Roland “JC clean” tone in a small` gig-ready combo amp
• Stereo 40-watt amp with two 10-inch speakers
• Stereo input enables players to get true stereo sound with modelers and stereo effects pedals
• Signature Dimensional Space Chorus effect for expansive stereo sound
• Built-in vibrato` distortion` and reverb effects` newly evolved for modern styles
• Footswitch jacks for turning onboard effects on/off while performing
• Stereo effects loop for connecting external effects

JC Clean: The Benchmark in Clean Guitar Tone

For 40 years` players around the world have revered the iconic clean voice and huge stereo sound of the JC-120 Jazz Chorus amplifier. With the JC-40` you can now enjoy this genuine` industry-standard tone in a scaled-down amp with innovative modern refinements. Two independent power amps and custom-designed 10-inch speakers deliver punchy stereo sound that won't get buried in the band` while durable` road-tough construction ensures years of reliable operation on stage and in the studio.

Famous Stereo Chorus and Other Effects

Beyond its stellar clean tone` the JC-40 includes onboard effects` all newly refreshed for enhanced performance. The trademark Dimensional Space Chorus stereo effect fills the stage with immersive 3D sound` and now offers selectable fixed or manual modes for increased tonal range. Renewed vibrato and reverb effects are on hand` and both operate in stereo for rich` deep performance. There’s built-in distortion as well` updated with a smooth` satisfying tone that’s great for all types of music.

Stereo Input for Multi-Effects` Modelers` and Synths

With its front-panel stereo input` the JC-40 allows players who use stereo effects devices to achieve wide` inspiring sound without having to carry around two separate amps. The amp’s rich clean tone lets you get the most out of external stereo pedals like delays` reverbs` and various modulation effects. It’s also perfectly suited for advanced gear that employs amp modeling` multi-effects` and/or synth capabilities` such as the GT-100` GP-10` and ME-80 from BOSS and GR-55 guitar synth from Roland.

Ideal for Pedal-Based Players

If you create your sound with stompbox pedals` there’s no better platform than the classic JC clean amp. The rich` neutral sound won’t color your basic guitar tone` perfect for hearing exactly what your pedals put out.

Get Connected

The JC-40’s rear panel is filled with connectivity options. There’s an effects loop for patching in mono or stereo effects` and you even have your choice of serial or parallel operation. Line Out jacks give you a convenient mono or stereo feed to a mixing board or recorder` while the headphones jack is great for quiet practicing with your setup late at night or on the road. There’s also support for optional footswitches` allowing you to easily turn the JC-40’s chorus/vibrato` reverb` and distortion effects on/off while performing.

Specifications

Rated Power Output

40 W

Nominal Input Level

INPUT L/MONO` R jacks: -10 dBu (1 M ohm)
EFFECT RETURN L/MONO` R jacks: -10 dBu (22 k ohms)
EFFECT RETURN L/MONO only: -10 dBu (11 k ohms)

Speakers

25 cm (10 inches) x 2

Controls

POWER switch
BRI (Bright) Switch

VOLUME knob
TREBLE knob
MIDDLE knob
BASS knob
DISTORTION knob
REVERB knob
SPEED knob
DEPTH knob
VIB/CHORUS switch

EFFECT LOOP switch

Indicator

POWER

Connectors

INPUT L/MONO` R jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
LINE OUT L/MONO` R jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
PHONES jack: Stereo 1/4-inch TRS phone type
FOOT SWITCH (CHORUS VIBRATO` REVERB` DISTORTION) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
EFFECT LOOP SEND jack: 1/4-inch phone type
EFFECT LOOP RETURN L/MONO` R jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
AC IN jack

Power Consumption

43 W

Accessories

Owner's manual
Power cord

Options (sold separately)

Footswitch (BOSS FS-5L` FS-6` FS-7)

Size and Weight

Width

592 mm
23-5/16 inches

Depth

251 mm
9-15/16 inches

Height

436 mm
17-3/16 inches

Weight

15.8 kg
34 lbs 14 oz.

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms