Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
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krankguitarist
Krankitupologist
Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
Mmm, I disagree, at least in comparison between the dual rectifier and the krank revolution. I like the Krank's clean channel a whole lot more.
Never tried a rect-o-verb or a mark series however.
Mmm, I disagree, at least in comparison between the dual rectifier and the krank revolution. I like the Krank's clean channel a whole lot more.
Never tried a rect-o-verb or a mark series however.
sublimerules9604
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Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
Krankguitarist were all your clips recorded, except the ones that say pod, on your Krank revolution??
Krankguitarist were all your clips recorded, except the ones that say pod, on your Krank revolution??
krankguitarist
Krankitupologist
Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
Nah, I'm still gettin my setup ready for some micing. Just need a couple of stands, and some motivation
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I did do some recording with my KRANK a while ago with my old band. The recording quality isn't exactly stellar. But it's decent enough:
http://www.myspace.com/effulgencemusic
Thats only for the first three songs too. First two were recorded with a marshall 2X12 cab with G12t75's, the third was recorded on a mesa/boogie traditional cab with vintage 30's, all with a single SM57.
Nah, I'm still gettin my setup ready for some micing. Just need a couple of stands, and some motivation
.I did do some recording with my KRANK a while ago with my old band. The recording quality isn't exactly stellar. But it's decent enough:
http://www.myspace.com/effulgencemusic
Thats only for the first three songs too. First two were recorded with a marshall 2X12 cab with G12t75's, the third was recorded on a mesa/boogie traditional cab with vintage 30's, all with a single SM57.
anewdefguitarist
New member
Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
i can vouch for the rectoverb. great combo. my 1x12 at 50 watts runs with my rythm guitarists' JSX at 120 watts, EASILY. the clean channel is great like they said. plus with the two modes on clean and the three on channel two, you've got quite a few selections. plus, @ 50 watts, it gets that saturated sound a lot quicker at lower volumes. a good healthy dose of master volume and your solo channel a hair higher, and you've got a great setup.
i also wanna say, that i was VERY MUCH considering a peavey 6505 before i found the mesa. however a combo was was i kinda wanted, and i just honestly didn't like the 6505 combo. plus the 120 watts was way to much for some of our smaller gigs. anyways, i've never even heard a splawn clip and i've never played a krank, but im dying to try a revolution head. from some of the clips i've heard on the site, i've been impressed. plus like it was said earlier, a lot of people jumped on it rather quickly. between, the mesa and peavey - since i only have experience with the two, i'll say this...both great amps - mesa has the "modern" tone everyone wants in a "modern" sound...its huge sounding, even when i'm playing my acryllic v, and can also tighten up for riffing pretty well. the peavey, seems like it takes more volume to saturate (since it is 120 watts) but its deffinatley a cleaner distortion with a tighter sound to it. i'd love to have a peavey for riffs and the mesa for solos and palm muting...my rythm guitarsists' jsx is pretty sweet though. its a great balance now with my mesas low growl and his more marshall-esque tone. that thing rips! welp....thats my momma..... hope i helped...
i can vouch for the rectoverb. great combo. my 1x12 at 50 watts runs with my rythm guitarists' JSX at 120 watts, EASILY. the clean channel is great like they said. plus with the two modes on clean and the three on channel two, you've got quite a few selections. plus, @ 50 watts, it gets that saturated sound a lot quicker at lower volumes. a good healthy dose of master volume and your solo channel a hair higher, and you've got a great setup.
i also wanna say, that i was VERY MUCH considering a peavey 6505 before i found the mesa. however a combo was was i kinda wanted, and i just honestly didn't like the 6505 combo. plus the 120 watts was way to much for some of our smaller gigs. anyways, i've never even heard a splawn clip and i've never played a krank, but im dying to try a revolution head. from some of the clips i've heard on the site, i've been impressed. plus like it was said earlier, a lot of people jumped on it rather quickly. between, the mesa and peavey - since i only have experience with the two, i'll say this...both great amps - mesa has the "modern" tone everyone wants in a "modern" sound...its huge sounding, even when i'm playing my acryllic v, and can also tighten up for riffing pretty well. the peavey, seems like it takes more volume to saturate (since it is 120 watts) but its deffinatley a cleaner distortion with a tighter sound to it. i'd love to have a peavey for riffs and the mesa for solos and palm muting...my rythm guitarsists' jsx is pretty sweet though. its a great balance now with my mesas low growl and his more marshall-esque tone. that thing rips! welp....thats my momma..... hope i helped...
alex1fly
Well-known member
Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
I find that Mesa just seems to nail *that* tone that so many people (myself included) just fall in love with. As far as which Mesa, it really depends on your budget... a rectoverb or single rec will run you about 1000, a mark IV/dual rec/roadster will run you about 1800, and a dual rec will be about 1800 as well. The single rec and the dual rec DO NOT have built-in reverb... that's why the rectoverb would be preferable, in my opinion. However, if you have the extra cash to throw down, and want a lot of tonal options, you might look into the roadster. It has the sought-after "vintage" channel found on the dual rectifiers, the 50/100 watt power option, a Bold/Spongy AC power option (Bold being normal response and Spongy which reduces your voltage, making it easier to get OD tones at low volumes), as well as the option of diode rectification vs tube rectification. Maybe I'm biased because I have a roadster, but if you're going to drop around 2k for a Mesa, or any amp really, the Roadster has PLENTY of options for you. Just my two cents :banana:
I like that banana guy... he's pretty sweet!
Alex
I find that Mesa just seems to nail *that* tone that so many people (myself included) just fall in love with. As far as which Mesa, it really depends on your budget... a rectoverb or single rec will run you about 1000, a mark IV/dual rec/roadster will run you about 1800, and a dual rec will be about 1800 as well. The single rec and the dual rec DO NOT have built-in reverb... that's why the rectoverb would be preferable, in my opinion. However, if you have the extra cash to throw down, and want a lot of tonal options, you might look into the roadster. It has the sought-after "vintage" channel found on the dual rectifiers, the 50/100 watt power option, a Bold/Spongy AC power option (Bold being normal response and Spongy which reduces your voltage, making it easier to get OD tones at low volumes), as well as the option of diode rectification vs tube rectification. Maybe I'm biased because I have a roadster, but if you're going to drop around 2k for a Mesa, or any amp really, the Roadster has PLENTY of options for you. Just my two cents :banana:
I like that banana guy... he's pretty sweet!
Alex
JammerMatt
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Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
I have the Competition. My ears don't notice much difference in volume between 50 and 25 watts when playing at bedroom volumes (I think it's all about physics). Above say 9:00 on the Master Volume I start to notice a volume difference. Just submitted for your consideration. I imagine the Pro-Mod being 120 watts may be the same. 9:00 on the Master volume is way louder than bedroom jamming for sure unless you live by yourself at the end of the street. On the Splawn board you can find a few methods of attenuation if you're interested, though.
I'll have to say, though, I'm not sure I'm agreeing with the Splawns being overly expensive. The Comp is 1350 brand new with lifetime warranty, and the Pro-Mod is 1950. Plus you can contact Scott anytime - I swapped emails with him just today. Last I checked in GC, a Dual Rec was over 1800. Granted, it's 100 watts with another channel, but believe me, 50W is plenty.
Never played a Mesa or a Krank, so cannot comment on those.
I have the Competition. My ears don't notice much difference in volume between 50 and 25 watts when playing at bedroom volumes (I think it's all about physics). Above say 9:00 on the Master Volume I start to notice a volume difference. Just submitted for your consideration. I imagine the Pro-Mod being 120 watts may be the same. 9:00 on the Master volume is way louder than bedroom jamming for sure unless you live by yourself at the end of the street. On the Splawn board you can find a few methods of attenuation if you're interested, though.
I'll have to say, though, I'm not sure I'm agreeing with the Splawns being overly expensive. The Comp is 1350 brand new with lifetime warranty, and the Pro-Mod is 1950. Plus you can contact Scott anytime - I swapped emails with him just today. Last I checked in GC, a Dual Rec was over 1800. Granted, it's 100 watts with another channel, but believe me, 50W is plenty.
Never played a Mesa or a Krank, so cannot comment on those.
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daemon barbeque
Zuhahahaologist
Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
Engl Fireball ,Engl Powerball ,Cornford Mk50 ii ...All of them are in the same price range and are really good amps!The Cornford is a dream....
Engl Fireball ,Engl Powerball ,Cornford Mk50 ii ...All of them are in the same price range and are really good amps!The Cornford is a dream....
brit84
Active member
Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
I'll state my opinioin, get a krank if you want metal and reliability.
If you want and oven the produces mushy flub then get a mesa.
I have yet to hear a splawn but from reviews they seem to be great.
For your playing id choose the first (or get a genz benz el diablo:bowdown: )
I'll state my opinioin, get a krank if you want metal and reliability.
If you want and oven the produces mushy flub then get a mesa.
I have yet to hear a splawn but from reviews they seem to be great.
For your playing id choose the first (or get a genz benz el diablo:bowdown: )
DankStar
Her Little Mojo Minion
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SeraphimTN
Guest
Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
Ha, your a fan of Disciple too? From my town....I already own his gear....
Ha, your a fan of Disciple too? From my town....I already own his gear....
ksmith63
New member
Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
ENGL Powerball. more 'metal' than any of those you actually did list and in the price range you are looking at.
The 'dual rectifier' thing is waaayyyy overdone, never played a splawn and kranks never impressed me (not to mention that the brand name + channel names are retarded. 'krank', 'kleen' = dumb).
ENGL Powerball. more 'metal' than any of those you actually did list and in the price range you are looking at.
The 'dual rectifier' thing is waaayyyy overdone, never played a splawn and kranks never impressed me (not to mention that the brand name + channel names are retarded. 'krank', 'kleen' = dumb).
Empty Pockets
BadHairDayologist
Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
Not to mention you could probably get a good (and more unique) metal tone from a lot of older cheaper used amps out there. I wouldn't limit myself to those three companies just yet bro...i'd go to every guitar shop in town and play everything until I knew what i wanted.
i mean i know where you're coming from, you see another band with x amp get this great tone and you think you've gotta get that same amp to get a tone that good...that's just not the way man. I get a crushingly heavy tone from my 68 Fender head, good enough for hardcore riffs that I don't even feel the GAS for another amp...i dunno food for thought.
anyway if i were in your shoes i'd get a Mesa. Splawn just seems too 'TRAPPED! in the 80's' and KRANK is too "METAWWWLLL". You don't wanna pidgeonhole your tone and your style via your gear...
-X
Not to mention you could probably get a good (and more unique) metal tone from a lot of older cheaper used amps out there. I wouldn't limit myself to those three companies just yet bro...i'd go to every guitar shop in town and play everything until I knew what i wanted.
i mean i know where you're coming from, you see another band with x amp get this great tone and you think you've gotta get that same amp to get a tone that good...that's just not the way man. I get a crushingly heavy tone from my 68 Fender head, good enough for hardcore riffs that I don't even feel the GAS for another amp...i dunno food for thought.
anyway if i were in your shoes i'd get a Mesa. Splawn just seems too 'TRAPPED! in the 80's' and KRANK is too "METAWWWLLL". You don't wanna pidgeonhole your tone and your style via your gear...
-X
DankStar
Her Little Mojo Minion
Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
Not that I dislike metal (it's actually my favorite kind o' music), and not that I want/need to defend Krank's name, but c'mon: we're talking about amps that are typically used for a genre whose bands are named after things like slaughtering fetuses with lyrics written by guys having the mentalities of 8 year-olds obsessed with blood, darkness, and satan.
I'm really bored at work today - can ya tell?!?
Not that I dislike metal (it's actually my favorite kind o' music), and not that I want/need to defend Krank's name, but c'mon: we're talking about amps that are typically used for a genre whose bands are named after things like slaughtering fetuses with lyrics written by guys having the mentalities of 8 year-olds obsessed with blood, darkness, and satan.
I'm really bored at work today - can ya tell?!?
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Binnerscot
Well-known member
Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
...yeah, it really is that good! I guess it has become what the JCM 800 was in the 80s.
I would suggest Mesa also, world class amps at a fairly reasonable price for the quality and features. Between the Rectos, F-Series, Mark Series, and Stillettos (and a few others yet) - I think they have covered a lot of tonal ground. Its up to your ears.
...yeah, it really is that good! I guess it has become what the JCM 800 was in the 80s.
I would suggest Mesa also, world class amps at a fairly reasonable price for the quality and features. Between the Rectos, F-Series, Mark Series, and Stillettos (and a few others yet) - I think they have covered a lot of tonal ground. Its up to your ears.
Loserchief
SwingingIdiot
Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
+1
i was going to propose the Powerball also. It pounds both Mesa rectos and Kranks into the dust when it comes to metal, but still has lots of possibilities(4 channels and lots of switches). Cleans are great when set right, crunch is very useable though not like a fender or something. Soft lead is more marshally for rock and more old school metal and heavy lead is all out extreme metal with gain reaching atomic levels while still being one of the tightest amps ever.
:headbang:
+1
i was going to propose the Powerball also. It pounds both Mesa rectos and Kranks into the dust when it comes to metal, but still has lots of possibilities(4 channels and lots of switches). Cleans are great when set right, crunch is very useable though not like a fender or something. Soft lead is more marshally for rock and more old school metal and heavy lead is all out extreme metal with gain reaching atomic levels while still being one of the tightest amps ever.
:headbang:
suislidE03
New member
Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
I really think you should look at ENGL too.. those are mad amps for metal and they have great tones everywhere in between. So far i think the 5150 is a great choice, also will save you lots of cash.
I really think you should look at ENGL too.. those are mad amps for metal and they have great tones everywhere in between. So far i think the 5150 is a great choice, also will save you lots of cash.
ksmith63
New member
Re: Krank, Mesa, or Splawn???
you've just reminded me why i dont really listen to metal.
my vote still goes to ENGL......
you've just reminded me why i dont really listen to metal.
my vote still goes to ENGL......
