Best cheap amp head?

[phil_104]

Hello everyone,

I was just wondering what you guys think is the best amp head for the price. I'm looking at upgrading my amplification, but I am on a student budget. If you guys have any ideas, please post them.

Thanks,
Phil

 

[SirJackdeFuzz]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

First question . . . what kind of budget are we looking at ?


And, are you willing to try USED ?

 

[Lewguitar]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

I really like the Sovtek Mig 50...especially used...and especially after putting some GREAT tubes in it.

They're going for about $350 - 450. used on Ebay...if you're patient, you can score one for about $350. I'm surprised...I thought they were less than that.

But they're basically the 5F6-A '59 tweed Bassman circuit (which Marshall copied to create the JTM-45 and Plexi models) with a solid state rectifier instead of a 5AR4 tube like the tweed Bassman used.

Lew

 

[sublimerules9604]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

I too am looking into this being a student, and from what Ive seen is that behringer is putting out clones for the peavy xxx and 6505. Not sure how they will compare, but they will be a whole crapload cheaper than the peavy ones.

 

[phil_104]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

With the cab, I was thinking anything under 1500$ would be good. I am totally willing to go used.

Phil

 

[ubermike]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

I just played a Peavey Windsor and it blew me away. awesome classic Marshall tone and vibe....for only $399 brand-new :smokin: if I didn't already have more amps than I need I would have bought it on the spot.

 

[kevlar3000]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

Under 1500.00 you can find a killer 1/2 stack. What kinda tones you looking for?

You could likely snatch up a JCM 800 1/2 stack with some clever looking. Laney AOR with room for more toys... There are a ton of options......

 

[phil_104]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

I totally checked out the Windsor online. It seems smoking! I really like the whole vintage vibe going on. I guess I will have to go check that out at my local store this week end. If anybody else has any ideas, please do tell.

Phil

 

[SirJackdeFuzz]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

With the cab, I was thinking anything under 1500$ would be good. I am totally willing to go used.

Phil

Wow Phil, that is way more than i expected !

What type of sound do you want/like, and what do you play ? (genre's)

 

[Mephis]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

I too am looking into this being a student, and from what Ive seen is that behringer is putting out clones for the peavy xxx and 6505. Not sure how they will compare, but they will be a whole crapload cheaper than the peavy ones.

What model would those be?

 

[phil_104]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

As far as sound is concerned I really dig that old school vintage rock sound. I play alot of zeppelin, pink floyd, hendrix...that kind of stuff.

Phil

 

[SirJackdeFuzz]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

As far as sound is concerned I really dig that old school vintage rock sound. I play alot of zeppelin, pink floyd, hendrix...that kind of stuff.

Phil

GREAT STUFF

Marshall come to mind, as soon as i hear Led Zeppelin.

There are other Britt-voiced heads out there too - let me think for a sec.

 

[SirJackdeFuzz]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

OK, not Marshall at all, but this jumped at me as soon as i looked on the Bay !

http://cgi.ebay.com/MESA-BOOGIE-100...095717461QQcategoryZ43374QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem


GREAT used bargains can be had every where !!!

 

[SirJackdeFuzz]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

WAYYyyyyy to much, i know, but yet another great Brittish-voiced amp !

Pity about that price tag !

http://cgi.ebay.com/Mesa-Boogie-Sti...ryZ43374QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem

 

[sublimerules9604]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

What model would those be?

They are made by behringer, but are called Bugera Amps.

Heres the price list:
BUGERA Pricelist for United States USD
Valid as of 18th January 2007
MSRP
excl. VAT

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT AMPLIFICATION

VALVE AMPLIFICATION (GUITAR)

TBA BUGERA 6260
Boutique-Style 120-Watt 2-Channel Valve Amplifier Head with Reverb 589.99
TBA BUGERA 6260-212
Boutique-Style 120-Watt 2-Channel Valve Combo with Reverb 739.99
TBA BUGERA 6262
Boutique-Style 120-Watt 2-Channel Valve Amplifier Head with Reverb 659.99
TBA BUGERA 6262-212
Boutique-Style 120-Watt 2-Channel Valve Combo with Reverb 809.99

CABINETS

TBA BUGERA 412H-BK
Classic 4 x 12", 200-Watt Half-Stack Guitar Cabinet with Original BUGERA Speakers 339.99


According to softpedia the 333 or xxx clone will retail for around $400.

Sorry for temporarely hijacking your thread.

 

[Danglin' Fury]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

What model would those be?

They are under the name Bugera.

 

[phil_104]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

Man, those all look like fine options. I'm gonna have to bring my guitar to the stores and be trying out some amps soon. :smokin:

 

[Virtual Kevorkian]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

I too am looking into this being a student, and from what Ive seen is that behringer is putting out clones for the peavy xxx and 6505. Not sure how they will compare, but they will be a whole crapload cheaper than the peavy ones.

Yeah, right.


A, like the Peavey's are expensive as is.
B, It's Behringer. 'Nuff said.









For $1500, you can get a KILLER rig! I just re-did my halfstack rig, and got a JSX and Mesa 4x12 for a whopping $1300.

 

[Mephis]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

Yeah, right.


A, like the Peavey's are expensive as is.
B, It's Behringer. 'Nuff said.









For $1500, you can get a KILLER rig! I just re-did my halfstack rig, and got a JSX and Mesa 4x12 for a whopping $1300.

Hows the JSX working out for ya?

 

[baritone]

Re: Best cheap amp head?

With a budget like that, my interest would be in a Vox AC30 head with either a Tone Tubby or Ear Candy cab.