Amps & Pedals: warranties compared
7 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.
6 of 7 brands cover amps & pedals in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 5 years, from Roland. 5 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends.
Every brand, side by side
- 1Roland65/100Full: 5 yearsNo partial coverage
- 2Boss Audio Systems34/100Full: 1 yearPartial: to 6 yearsPartial covers: Whole product (extended program); Whole product (Elite dealer purchase)
- 3Line 621/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- 4Orange19/100Full: 1 yearPartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Registered extension
- 5Fender15/100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Whole amplifier
- 6Positive Grid15/100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Amp body, speaker and controls
- 7Rockford Fosgate15/100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: POWER amplifiers; PUNCH and PRIME amplifiers; Amplifier extension with RF install kit
From each maker's published warranty. “Unverified” means we couldn't confirm the terms on the maker's own site. How we rate warranties
What these warranties often leave out
- Water damage4 of 7 brands
- Accidental breaks and misuse3 of 7 brands
- Batteries2 of 7 brands
- Normal wear and tear1 of 7 brands
- Power problems1 of 7 brands
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for amps & pedals.
- WalmartMost items90 days
- Guitar CenterMost items45 days
- Music & ArtsMost items30 days from delivery
- SweetwaterMost items30 days from delivery
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for amps & pedals where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
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Questions shoppers ask
Which brand of amps & pedals has the best warranty?
On paper, Roland scores highest, with 5 years of full coverage.
Is a long warranty on amps & pedals really that long?
Often not for the whole product. Many longer warranties cover only certain parts after the first year or two, and you usually pay for the labor. The bars above show full and partial coverage separately.
Do I need to register to get the warranty?
1 of 7 brands require registration for some of their coverage, often within a set number of days. Keep your receipt either way.
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