What kind of amp should I use with my violin?

You'll definitely want to go with an acoustic instrument amplifier, as electric guitar amps are too bright and treble-biased to sound good with violins. Most acoustic amps have built-in reverb (at least) and maybe chorus as well. If you're looking for just those basic effects to color your tone, any amp found at this link that fits your budget will work wonderfully:

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If you want more than just basic acoustic effects like Reverb (for instance, distortion, wah, modulation effects, etc.) you'll need to add a separate effects processor. Within your budget of $250 you could still afford a Kustom Sienna 16 amp with a Digitech RP90 effects processor, or if you can extend yourself slightly, get the Kustom Sienna 30 amp for more power and low end tone.

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What kind of amp should I use with my violin?

I have an acoustic violin with a pickup and a electric violin. I need something to use at receptions etc.

I would like some built in effects. My pocket book will hold me back some. I am open to anything up to $250 but would prefer to go for less.

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I disagree with the answers you have. A bass needs to be played through a reasonably powerful amp with bass speakers in a strongly- built cabinet that will not vibrate. Ideally, you want an amp that is designed for bass - that will give you the best sound. Playing an electric violin through an amp and speakers designed for bass might not give you a great sound but it should certainly be usable and could even sound good. Speakers might be an issue - using a 15" speaker might not give a good sound for violin but some bass cabinets use 12" or even 10" speakers. Interestingly, the British band Family (late 1960s - early 1970s) did just as you suggest. John Weider played amplified acoustic guitar, violin and bass live and used the same amp and speakers. One side of the album Anyway was recorded live using this setup. In summary, you must ensure that the amp and speakers are suitable for bass (otherwise you could destroy the speakers). When choosing, give a thought to the fact that you want to play violin through it too.

Technically, the same amp (amplifier) can be used for both but I think you are asking about an AMP/Speaker combo and for that - No, A bass needs an amp with a Bass speaker and a violin can use a guitar type amp. Otherwise the sound will be bad for one or the other. Typical high quality stereos have both bass speakers and treble and midrange ones which is why they will work for all instrumental music. Some of the instrument amps will be able to play both but won't be very good quality sound because they can't do it all.

If you are just now getting into electric violin, it really doesn't matter. It is your choice. Take your electric to the store and try it on different amps. I suspect you will need a preamp or an amp with a built in preamp.