The EHX 5MM Guitar Power Amplifier is a pocket-sized power amp thats a great alternative to a traditional guitar amplifier. Its super portable and perfect in playing situations where a high-powered amp is not requiredlike when youre micd on stage, in the studio or as a backup. It produces 2.5 watts so one of the cool things about it is that it doesnt take much to start getting some nice drive and saturation. Plus, it can be connected directly to any 816speaker cabinet.The 5MM is complete simplicity. It features a Volume control and a Bright switch which, when engaged, adds presence to the signal. Since it is a power amp, a preamp, overdrive pedal and, or an EQ in front of it will really let you dial in your tone, but it can be used by itself.