Cheap amp upgrade

[DankStar]

I ordered one small pedal part from Small Bear and figured to round out the order I'd get some new amp knobs (clear) to spruce up the Ross amp I got for free awhile back.

They remind me of those 70s clear acrylic guitars.



Maybe someday I'll re-do the grill.

 

[mechanic1908]

Re: Cheap amp upgrade

Looks great! And personally I'd leave the grill cloth, it adds character.

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[DankStar]

Re: Cheap amp upgrade

Looks great! And personally I'd leave the grill cloth, it adds character.

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Hmm, I think you're right, thanks!

I cleaned the pots out today, here's a shot of the guts. It's very simple, but sounds killer. I think the "magic" I like is on the second tiny PCB board. I took a peek under there and there's two little transitors - I think that's what's providing the onboard fuzz/gain that I dig.



Factoid: I guess Rory Gallagher used one for practice or something (http://www.rorygallagher.com/#/archives/amps/fame)

This lil' amp actually has a line out which is pretty neat, and I think I'll attach a little jack to be able to run it into a larger/better cab.

 

[Aceman]

Re: Cheap amp upgrade

Use one of those Tide spot remover pens for clothes on the grille.

That's a funky @$$ cool little amp!

 

[The JEM Ghost]

Re: Cheap amp upgrade

That's a funky @$$ cool little amp!

I'll second that! I really dig the knob change too, looks real cool on your amp! :fing2:

 

[Mincer]

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What a cool old amp. I had a Ross phaser for a long time (I got it for $10) that someone offered me a lot of money for.

 

[kingsnake]

Re: Cheap amp upgrade

The "TUBE BLASTER" option on that amp is interesting, does it give a good lil boost?

 

[DankStar]

Re: Cheap amp upgrade

The "TUBE BLASTER" option on that amp is interesting, does it give a good lil boost?

That's basically it's OD channel, which is a 70s fuzz/sabbath type tone