How to Make a Guitar Amp Out of an Old Console Stereo

A guitar amp is a fun project to do with an older stereo system that has an "Auxiliary in" port. Many older stereo systems come with one. Musicians who have a desire for volume but very little pocket money may make this system modification. The most expensive aspect of this project is purchasing an RCA-to-1/4-inch stereo cable. These may be difficult to find in stores but can be purchased online.

Things You'll Need

• 1 RCA-to-1/4-inch stereo cable
• Old stereo console
• Electric guitar

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Plug the RCA jack end of RCA-to-1/4-inch cable into the "Aux in" port on the back of a stereo console. There should be two ports to correspond with two jacks.

   • 2

     Plug the 1/4-inch stereo cable into a guitar.

   • 3

     Turn on your stereo console and press the "Aux" button. You should now be able to play you electric guitar through the console.