I absolutely love my 5150 and it has served me well, but I feel a tug in another direction. The 5150 lacks a tightness a smoothness I crave. That buzz they have drives me bonkers at times and solos just don't sing the way I want. They kinda bubble off. I don't use tons of gain which is what solves this problem, so I guess I really need another channel. So I've been thinkin, I might want something tighter, a little more dark, metal sounding but still can get around other areas somewhat, singing sustain for those solos, and multiple channels....finally, a good clean sound! Need an effects loop that can be turned on and off and would prefer it to have 16 and 8 ohm plugs. Now don't kill me, I'll be working this summer making a LOT of money so that's not a huge issue, but I'm thinkin.......................Mesa Mark IV. Always loved that thing and has been the only amp I'd ever replace my 5150 with. What do you think, anybody own one and can say anything about it? Here's a video with GREAT tone, and it's just a guitar into a mark IV. The only thing I'm worried about is it being too clean on the gain if that makes sence. Gotta play better lol.
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Re: Now the downside thoughts of a 5150
Why not just get it modded?
MKIVs are great amps. But they need alot of volume to deliver the metal goods, and frankly a MKIII kicks it's @$$ at those kinds of tones. The MKIV has alot more versatility, but it can also be a PITA to get dialed in. Its almost TOO much.
Spend a couple to few hundred and get the 5150 modded
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try some different speakers...you'd be surprised.I'm an internet person. All we do is waste time evaluating things that have next-to-zero real world significance.
Remember, it's just a plank of wood. YOU have to find the music in it - The Telecaster Handbook
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Originally posted by Voodoo AmpsStandard Mod™: $295.00 - Description/Specs:
All Modifications are exclusive to Voodoo Amps™
We remove the fuzzy/buzzy characteristics in favor or of gain that is more articulate/defined/clear
The bottom end is tightened up while still being fun to play on
Channel one/clean channel - is more cleaner & more open sounding
Bias Mod - Amp is converted to adjustable bias & is included in all Mods (normally $49.95 extra)
We balance out the frequencies so the amp is more even sounding over all as well as responsive
Sustain is increased - The amp is more fluid and smooth
Harmonic content is improved - pinch harmonics come out better
The EQ section is more active, musical & flexible over all
Cranked tones at lower volumes & the amp will also sound great at higher volumes
The amp will be able to cut through the mix better live as well as in the recording studio
All features will still function the same - We do not add/remove any tubes nor do we drill any holes
We do not modify the FX-Loop or the switching system, only the preamp & power amp
Add-On Controls are not available for this model
Note: Channel 1 makes for a better crunch channel verses a clean channel - if you want a better clean channel we recommend a 5150 II or 6505 Plus
Voodoo Mods™ retain your amps resale value verses decreasing it
Average turn-around time 3-5 days - rush service is availableI'm an internet person. All we do is waste time evaluating things that have next-to-zero real world significance.
Remember, it's just a plank of wood. YOU have to find the music in it - The Telecaster Handbook
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Originally posted by Rid View PostMesa sounds good??
Since when??
Seriously.I'm an internet person. All we do is waste time evaluating things that have next-to-zero real world significance.
Remember, it's just a plank of wood. YOU have to find the music in it - The Telecaster Handbook
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Originally posted by Rid View Post....bah...
I'm an internet person. All we do is waste time evaluating things that have next-to-zero real world significance.
Remember, it's just a plank of wood. YOU have to find the music in it - The Telecaster Handbook
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A good point to bring up, what's the difference between the mk 3 and 4? The three is quite a bit cheaper.Splawn Quickrod
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Originally posted by SpaceShipOne View PostI absolutely love my 5150 and it has served me well, but I feel a tug in another direction. The 5150 lacks a tightness a smoothness I crave. That buzz they have drives me bonkers at times and solos just don't sing the way I want. They kinda bubble off. I don't use tons of gain which is what solves this problem, so I guess I really need another channel. So I've been thinkin, I might want something tighter, a little more dark, metal sounding but still can get around other areas somewhat, singing sustain for those solos, and multiple channels....finally, a good clean sound! Need an effects loop that can be turned on and off and would prefer it to have 16 and 8 ohm plugs. Now don't kill me, I'll be working this summer making a LOT of money so that's not a huge issue, but I'm thinkin.......................Mesa Mark IV. Always loved that thing and has been the only amp I'd ever replace my 5150 with. What do you think, anybody own one and can say anything about it? Here's a video with GREAT tone, and it's just a guitar into a mark IV. The only thing I'm worried about is it being too clean on the gain if that makes sence. Gotta play better lol.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=4IJ4yVvHBuQ
Buy it and send it to me. In return you get the AWESOME Marshall MG30dfx.
Is it a deal?
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Originally posted by SpaceShipOne View PostI might want something tighter, a little more dark, metal sounding but still can get around other areas somewhat, singing sustain for those solos, and multiple channels....finally, a good clean sound! Need an effects loop that can be turned on and off and would prefer it to have 16 and 8 ohm plugs.Originally posted by LesStratOf course, I lack the requisite intellectual capacity to engage in a theoretical discourse regarding the sociological and ethical implications of the absurd and incongruous concept of personal ownership of firearms and the ridiculous supposition that humans are capable of responsibly using said weapons.
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