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product_id: 28701757
title: "JC-40 Jazz Chorus | Compact Guitar Amp | Iconic JC Clean Tone | Signature Dimensional Space Chorus Effect | Powerful 40-Watt Stereo Amp | Dual 10” Speakers | Enhances Pedals, Multi-FX & More | Signature Dimensional Space Chorus Effect, Powerful 40 Watt Stereo Amp, Dual 10 Speakers, Enhances Pedals, Multi-FX and More"
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# True stereo input for pedals 40W powerful stereo output Dual 10” speakers for rich tone JC-40 Jazz Chorus | Compact Guitar Amp | Iconic JC Clean Tone | Signature Dimensional Space Chorus Effect | Powerful 40-Watt Stereo Amp | Dual 10” Speakers | Enhances Pedals, Multi-FX & More | Signature Dimensional Space Chorus Effect, Powerful 40 Watt Stereo Amp, Dual 10 Speakers, Enhances Pedals, Multi-FX and More

**Brand:** roland
**Price:** ¥367420
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Elevate your tone game with the iconic JC-40 — where classic meets cutting-edge clean!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** JC-40 Jazz Chorus | Compact Guitar Amp | Iconic JC Clean Tone | Signature Dimensional Space Chorus Effect | Powerful 40-Watt Stereo Amp | Dual 10” Speakers | Enhances Pedals, Multi-FX & More | Signature Dimensional Space Chorus Effect, Powerful 40 Watt Stereo Amp, Dual 10 Speakers, Enhances Pedals, Multi-FX and More by roland
- **How much does it cost?** ¥367420 with free shipping
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## Best For

- roland enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted roland brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact & Gig-Ready:** Powerful 40-watt stereo amp in a portable design built for the modern pro on the move.
- • **Iconic JC Clean Tone:** Experience the legendary pristine clean sound that defines your signature style.
- • **Premium Speaker Quality:** Dual 10” speakers deliver immersive, room-filling sound that elevates every note.
- • **Built-In Classic Effects:** Vibrato, distortion, reverb—all refined for today’s genres and seamless footswitch control.
- • **Stereo Effects Integration:** Unlock expansive soundscapes with true stereo input and effects loop for pedals & multi-FX.

## Overview

The Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus is a compact, 40-watt solid-state stereo guitar amplifier featuring dual 10-inch speakers and Roland’s signature JC clean tone with dimensional space chorus. Designed for professional guitarists, it offers true stereo input and effects loop compatibility for pedals and multi-effects, plus built-in vibrato, distortion, and reverb. Its portable yet powerful design makes it ideal for gigs, studios, and pedal-driven rigs, delivering pristine clean sound with modern versatility.

## Description

LEGENDARY STEREO TONE, MODERN INNOVATION 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.

Review: A very complete amp... - As a guitarist today - you certainly have choice. A lot of good ones in how you want to get your sound. You can choose to have an amp do the exceptional tone and dirty work, you can use standalone preamps with a cabinet emulator and tie into a PA system, or you can get a very clean amp and use pedals. I've tried all and have essentially gravitated toward a good clean amp with good pedals. Seems the most flexible. I can more easily get what I want when I want it. Change it as needed. If this is you - hard to do better than this amp! Starting with the JC Clean this amp is revered for. It is a unique pristine clean. Tremendous front end to a note. Many speak of tubes advantages over solid state. Well - there are some advantages to solid state and this amp accents it and delivers it in abundance. Absolutely no sag and the cleanest of punch into a note. Amazing headroom. If you want to hear all the nuances of your guitar and supporting pedals - this is about the best I've ever had the pleasure to plug into. In fact - it exposed some very subtle artifacting on some of my drive pedals I had not noticed before. When you want clean - this amp does it sounding great. Again not tube great, but in its own great solid state way. This amp tends to be kind of polarizing in that way - and you either like it or not. It can put a real smile on your face. You also get this amp for the unique chorus. Revered draw of this amp and is all that. Very adjustable chorus and vibrato. Reverb is likewise quality and adjustable. The bright switch adds a nice boost of treble and also upper mids to give even more clarity without increasing icepickiness. Good adjustment with the BMT EQ knobs. The distortion is more like a simple gain, but has a touch of grit and while it won't replace your favorite distortion pedal it can do a tasteful accent and has good range. I do like to nudge it on to get that hair of grit. It's kinda of difficult to quantify, but all the features and aspects of this amp seem excellently done and seem to really fit together in a way that gives a great and unique - distinct - sound. The quality 2x10 speakers also insure that sound quality is well heard in stereo. Now - getting into the 2nd half of what makes this amp great. Supporting platform features goes beyond what is usually offered at this price point. It has a stereo pathway from the input all the way to the speaker output. It is essentially 2 preamps sharing the same bright, volume, BMT and distortion settings. Each of these preamp paths can feed into its own path of one of the 2 power amps. The 2 power amps share the chorus/vibrato settings. The effects loop is feature rich. It allows a stereo return - each into its separate power amp, or monaural into both. The effects loop can be series or parallel. Series directs the wet return to the power amps. Parallel allows the stereo dry signals across and blended with the wet signal return. The only shortcoming is that the effects loop is not quite a full stereo path. The send is a blend of the preamp channels and you can't just get a return to a single power channel. Still - it's a lot to work with and this ended up being a large reason I got this amp after more closely looking at it. Summary: If you're looking for a JC Clean - this has it with quality. Likewise coupled with the chorus. Otherwise I suggest you try before you buy. It is a bit of a one trick pony with its sound. Be a bit wary if also trying to use it as bedroom amp. It gets loud fast. I had use a volume pedal at the end of my amp lead in pedals to allow a large and usable signal to be pared down enough to get bedroom levels. Very good speaker presentation, but stereo line outs too. It does go a nice extra long way with being that pedal platform with the stereo pathways options at the input and in the effects loop. Lastly his thing is built with quality throughout and can be put to work above just toying around. Tend to think it a good and lasting investment. A great clean never goes out of style... Update 4/18/2019: Still have this amp. This amp has really made me happy to have. It simply delivers a special sound, set of resources that makes it so useful - and fun. I think I can speak for many who have more than a couple of differing amps- That you can get tired of a particular aspect of an amp, and find yourself wanting to plug into something else. When wanting perhaps to go for a clean change after a period of whatever kind of dirt you got into for a bit - this amp is - to me - like the most rewarding way to do that clean nirvana. As mentioned before - this amp is a bit of a 1 trick pony. And yes - if like me - you can get tired of the 1 trick. But I guarantee you'll never get tired of coming back to the special 1 trick this guy does!
Review: Iconic amp - This is an iconic amp. The 40 watt version may be little big for a bedroom setup but perfect for recording studio or practice space. It’s even gigable. You can’t go wrong with this one. The cleans are so perfect and the chorus and reverb sound great. This is a stereo amp with 2 speakers and you can use stereo effects in the effect loop. The distortion is a little finicky and it’s best to turn the treble down a bit if you’re going to turn the distortion up. It’s a little pricy but honestly I think it’s worth it. One of my favorite amps. It’s not just for Jazz, you can get great tone out of it for Rock, blues, and other genres as well. In fact Metallica used one for some of their recordings including the clean parts on the song One. I think it’s a really fun amp that takes pedals well and the chorus and reverb built in sounds great. I pair this with a Fender Vibro Champ to get my perfect tone.

## Features

- Get the unmistakable JC clean tone in a compact, gig-ready combo amp, perfect for players who want iconic sound without the bulk
- Powerful stereo 40-watt combo amp with dual 10” speakers, delivering rich, full-range tone in a portable package
- Stereo input lets you unlock wide, true stereo sound with your favorite modelers and stereo effects pedals, no need for multiple amps
- Lush, immersive tone with the signature Dimensional Space Chorus, delivering expansive stereo sound that fills the room
- Built-in vibrato, distortion, and reverb, refined for today’s players and modern styles, with all the classic vibe you love
- Seamlessly integrate your rig with footswitch control for onboard effects and a stereo effects loop to hook up your favorite external gear, perfect for dynamic, hands-free performance

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B012XF7S5Y |
| Amplifier Type | Solid State |
| Best Sellers Rank | #28,662 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #104 in Combo Guitar Amplifiers |
| Brand | Roland |
| Built-In Media | 1 Amplifier |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Guitar |
| Connector Type | 6.35mm Jack |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 103 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Stainless Steel |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00761294507704, 04957054507701 |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 13.11"D x 26.38"W x 20.2"H |
| Item Type Name | JC-40 Jazz Chorus 40-Watt Guitar Amplifier with Two 10 Inch Speakers (JC-40) |
| Item Weight | 39.6 pounds |
| Manufacturer | Roland |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Mfr Part Number | JC-40 |
| Model Name | JC-40 |
| Model Number | JC-40 |
| Output Channel Quantity | 2 |
| Output Wattage | 40 watts |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 13.11"D x 26.38"W x 20.2"H |
| Speaker Size | 10 inches |
| UPC | 761294507704 |
| Warranty Description | see manufacturer's website for details |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Roland
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Guitar
- **Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Output Wattage:** 40 Watts

## Images

![JC-40 Jazz Chorus | Compact Guitar Amp | Iconic JC Clean Tone | Signature Dimensional Space Chorus Effect | Powerful 40-Watt Stereo Amp | Dual 10” Speakers | Enhances Pedals, Multi-FX & More | Signature Dimensional Space Chorus Effect, Powerful 40 Watt Stereo Amp, Dual 10 Speakers, Enhances Pedals, Multi-FX and More - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81zy5T8CJFL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A very complete amp...
*by B***T on February 26, 2018*

As a guitarist today - you certainly have choice. A lot of good ones in how you want to get your sound. You can choose to have an amp do the exceptional tone and dirty work, you can use standalone preamps with a cabinet emulator and tie into a PA system, or you can get a very clean amp and use pedals. I've tried all and have essentially gravitated toward a good clean amp with good pedals. Seems the most flexible. I can more easily get what I want when I want it. Change it as needed. If this is you - hard to do better than this amp! Starting with the JC Clean this amp is revered for. It is a unique pristine clean. Tremendous front end to a note. Many speak of tubes advantages over solid state. Well - there are some advantages to solid state and this amp accents it and delivers it in abundance. Absolutely no sag and the cleanest of punch into a note. Amazing headroom. If you want to hear all the nuances of your guitar and supporting pedals - this is about the best I've ever had the pleasure to plug into. In fact - it exposed some very subtle artifacting on some of my drive pedals I had not noticed before. When you want clean - this amp does it sounding great. Again not tube great, but in its own great solid state way. This amp tends to be kind of polarizing in that way - and you either like it or not. It can put a real smile on your face. You also get this amp for the unique chorus. Revered draw of this amp and is all that. Very adjustable chorus and vibrato. Reverb is likewise quality and adjustable. The bright switch adds a nice boost of treble and also upper mids to give even more clarity without increasing icepickiness. Good adjustment with the BMT EQ knobs. The distortion is more like a simple gain, but has a touch of grit and while it won't replace your favorite distortion pedal it can do a tasteful accent and has good range. I do like to nudge it on to get that hair of grit. It's kinda of difficult to quantify, but all the features and aspects of this amp seem excellently done and seem to really fit together in a way that gives a great and unique - distinct - sound. The quality 2x10 speakers also insure that sound quality is well heard in stereo. Now - getting into the 2nd half of what makes this amp great. Supporting platform features goes beyond what is usually offered at this price point. It has a stereo pathway from the input all the way to the speaker output. It is essentially 2 preamps sharing the same bright, volume, BMT and distortion settings. Each of these preamp paths can feed into its own path of one of the 2 power amps. The 2 power amps share the chorus/vibrato settings. The effects loop is feature rich. It allows a stereo return - each into its separate power amp, or monaural into both. The effects loop can be series or parallel. Series directs the wet return to the power amps. Parallel allows the stereo dry signals across and blended with the wet signal return. The only shortcoming is that the effects loop is not quite a full stereo path. The send is a blend of the preamp channels and you can't just get a return to a single power channel. Still - it's a lot to work with and this ended up being a large reason I got this amp after more closely looking at it. Summary: If you're looking for a JC Clean - this has it with quality. Likewise coupled with the chorus. Otherwise I suggest you try before you buy. It is a bit of a one trick pony with its sound. Be a bit wary if also trying to use it as bedroom amp. It gets loud fast. I had use a volume pedal at the end of my amp lead in pedals to allow a large and usable signal to be pared down enough to get bedroom levels. Very good speaker presentation, but stereo line outs too. It does go a nice extra long way with being that pedal platform with the stereo pathways options at the input and in the effects loop. Lastly his thing is built with quality throughout and can be put to work above just toying around. Tend to think it a good and lasting investment. A great clean never goes out of style... Update 4/18/2019: Still have this amp. This amp has really made me happy to have. It simply delivers a special sound, set of resources that makes it so useful - and fun. I think I can speak for many who have more than a couple of differing amps- That you can get tired of a particular aspect of an amp, and find yourself wanting to plug into something else. When wanting perhaps to go for a clean change after a period of whatever kind of dirt you got into for a bit - this amp is - to me - like the most rewarding way to do that clean nirvana. As mentioned before - this amp is a bit of a 1 trick pony. And yes - if like me - you can get tired of the 1 trick. But I guarantee you'll never get tired of coming back to the special 1 trick this guy does!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Iconic amp
*by M***K on July 13, 2025*

This is an iconic amp. The 40 watt version may be little big for a bedroom setup but perfect for recording studio or practice space. It’s even gigable. You can’t go wrong with this one. The cleans are so perfect and the chorus and reverb sound great. This is a stereo amp with 2 speakers and you can use stereo effects in the effect loop. The distortion is a little finicky and it’s best to turn the treble down a bit if you’re going to turn the distortion up. It’s a little pricy but honestly I think it’s worth it. One of my favorite amps. It’s not just for Jazz, you can get great tone out of it for Rock, blues, and other genres as well. In fact Metallica used one for some of their recordings including the clean parts on the song One. I think it’s a really fun amp that takes pedals well and the chorus and reverb built in sounds great. I pair this with a Fender Vibro Champ to get my perfect tone.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The King of Clean
*by E***A on April 3, 2026*

Super clean sounding. Great with or without pedals. True Stereo input, As well as Mono. FX Loop with Series or Parallel options. Foot-switch inputs. As well as mono as stereo line outs. A Headphone jack for silent playing, as well. Easy to setup and use. Great compatibility with lots of different pickup types. Very adjustable tone, That can be tailored towards anything. Solidly constructed. It's about 35 to 40 pounds. So the same as a 5 gallon water jug, Or bag of salt for a water softener. Or a bag of soil for a garden.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Roland JC-40 Jazz Chorus 40-Watt Guitar Amplifier with Two 10-Inch Speakers
- GLS Audio Instrument Cable - Amp Cord for Bass & Electric Guitar - Straight to Right Angle 1/4 Inch Instrument Cable - Brown/Yellow Braided Tweed, 20ft

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