Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

[Varg]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

Dimebag used solid state amps and, listening to Vulgar Display of Power at the weekend, his lead tone on that was incredible.

I agree with the guy that said the only sin would be to not play the guitar at all.

 

[ImmortalSix]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

All I see in this thread is LOOK EVERYONE I HAVE AN R8 AND A FENDER MUSTANG AMP

 

[GuitarGuy503]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

All I see in this thread is LOOK EVERYONE I HAVE AN R8 AND A FENDER MUSTANG AMP

Mission accomplished Scott!..... What else can we brag about?! Get a grip dude... lol

 

[Scott_F]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

Yep, that's it. And, it gets better from here... Being an old guy has its moments.

Bragging about a Mustang amp? Nope. A Bogner or a Bruno, now that'd be a nice bit of braggin' rights.

 

[Agileguy_101]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

Is it a sin to plug an Agile into an SLO-100?

It's a sin to be stupid enough to spend about $5000 on that amp+cab and $300 on a guitar.

 

[IanBallard]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

It's a sin to be stupid enough to spend about $5000 on that amp+cab and $300 on a guitar.

It is? Because if I had $5000 and that's it for guitar gear, I certainly wouldn't blow it on a guitar.

 

[Agileguy_101]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

It is? Because if I had $5000 and that's it for guitar gear, I certainly wouldn't blow it on a guitar.

Neither would I. I'd spread it out *somewhat* more evenly. I'd get a Music Man Reflex ($2K) and have three grand left for an amp. FWIW, that's the most expensive guitar on my list by a long shot.

 

[GuitarGuy503]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

Yep, that's it. And, it gets better from here... Being an old guy has its moments.

Bragging about a Mustang amp? Nope. A Bogner or a Bruno, now that'd be a nice bit of braggin' rights.

That was my thoughts as well. Since when did a solidstate amp warrant bragging rights? lol Everyone knows tube amps are where it's at.....

 

[aleclee]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

Besides, if you want the guitar modeling portion to work properly, you have to start with known parameters, ie, their guitar.

Depends on your definition of "properly". If you pay a visit to the Institute of Noise board, a lot of people have done Variax transplants with both Warmoth bodies/necks and other custom-made parts.

Scott - How can a manufacturer of high quality tube amps ask a question on solid state junk, I mean amps?

Same reason he can build quality tube amps: he listens with his ears instead of his eyes. :scratchch

 

[80's_Metal]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

Its only a sin to play jazz....anything rock has no rules.

 

[Simon_F]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

It is a heinous sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp. Being geographically close to Stonehenge, I have some influence with the druids and can arrange to redeem your soul through paganistic ritual. There is of course a penance that must be paid. These druids, men of Celtic origin, will demand that you surrender to them one of your progeny, the b1tchy/sweet virgin Edana, who must arrive clothed only in standard tolex and configured for 230V.

 

[The Dali]

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Very funny Doctor Jones!

 

[Bludave]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

An R8 is nothing more then a RI. now if you were talkin' about a real 58. that is a whole different matter.

 

[Inkstained]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

Is it a sin to resurrect ancient threads from the days of yore?

That Mustang III is looking mighty tasty these days.

 

[blueman335]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

If you have to ask you know it's a sin.

Are we talking scripture here? I think acoustic guitars are addressed somewhere in there, but electrics hadn't been invented yet. I think you're okay. :14:

 

[uOpt]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

Even my keyboard has a tube, so I guess I am ... biased! haha

 

[MetalManiac]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

Yes Sir, it sure is, even "just" a reissue..unless you are recording and you dont want the hassle of micing up real amps.

 

[9unslin9er]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

I ran many a Les Paul including my R7 Junior and R8 Standard through my Valvetronix VT50 and VT20+. Dig many a gig too with them. Never was let down. Went deaf a few times though...

It always sounded good. Best tool on the market IMHO. Don't let gear snobbery ruin your pursuit for tone I say.

 

[SwampRocker]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

The only sin i am aware of is drinking a Guinness warm. That being said if it's your gear, your ears and your beers, do what the F you want.

 

[9unslin9er]

Re: Is it a sin to run a 58 Reissue Lester thru a solid state modeling amp?

Even my keyboard has a tube, so I guess I am ... biased! haha

Hyuk Hyuk Hyuk.

Duct tape a 12AX7 to the side of a micro cube. More legit that way.