Analog solid-state combo for playing metal at home

[Empty Pockets]

Re: Analog solid-state combo for playing metal at home

yeah Orange is by far my favorite readily-available mass-produced modern amp company. Their solid-state amps are surprisingly nice and their all-tube rigs are perfect.

 

[kuga]

Re: Analog solid-state combo for playing metal at home

1. Randall RG80 -- $440
+ Silid-state, 1x12
- I pay for power I don't really need
- exceeds budget
2. Blackstar HT-5C -- $386
+ Fits budget, 1x12, tubes
- only 1 pre-amp and 1 power tube (maybe it's not so big drawback)
3. Blackstar HT-5R -- $454
* Digital Stereo Reverb for $70 included (questionable quality)
- exceeds budget
4. Orange CRUSH 20RT -- $280
+ Cheap, I can buy and some pedal
+ reverb included
- 8" speaker, no FX loop, not included foot controller

I really appreciate other recommedations, but I can't find that models in Serbia or are too expensive. I couln't find on second-hand market nothing mentioned or similar models.

No.2 seems to be the best choice regarding that i was seeking for SS amp. I don't expect to get the real tube feeling from it, and I don't need it. I hope it would sound like excellent SS amp.

 

[deathbytinnitus]

Re: Analog solid-state combo for playing metal at home

A lot of people are going to disagree with me on this one. But I never had any issues getting a great tone out of the Marshall MG series. Throw a boost in there, totally awesome.

I tried the Crush combo as I needed a smaller amp for a different project and it did not do anything particularly well, it may have been the speaker, idk. I went with a Blues Junior NOS tweed.

Another option are the old Peavey transtube stuff, also do well with boosts in front.

 

[Securb]

Re: Analog solid-state combo for playing metal at home - Used Randall RG1503-212.

I was coming in to say the same thing. A used Randell from any era will do the trick. The older Randells you will have to use a stomp. But if you want to talk bang for your buck - Randell.

 

[Artie]

The little Yamaha THR series are sweet. And while they do modeling, they do it good. I've got two.

And mind you, I'm answering this question from the point of view of your neighbors, rather than you.

 

[kuga]

I bought Blackstar HT-5C.
Thank all of you for suggestions, especially Earl.

I really like its sound. The 12" speaker is totally awesome!
The things I love the most are responsiveness and feeling. I can hear much more nuances while playing solos. It's wonderful!
The amount of gain is pretty much what I expected, and ISF is very nice featue.

Cheers!