Who has 2 or more of the same amp ?

[Dr.Mavashi]

As some of you might have noticed I am a bit retarded about my Laney AOR.

So I am pretty much set that my next two amps would be AORs.

Ideally I want another 6 knobber that I will mod exactly the same way, and will slave it (on opposite side of the drum kit) to the pre-amp of the current one live and at the same time it will be back up amp as well.

Third one would be either another 6 knobber with some different mods or maybe an 8 knobber instead.

So, how many of you have the same problem here ?

 

[Empty Pockets]

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Not identical but very similar. The Matamp is basically the same as the Orange except the Matamp is rated at 120w and the Orange is 80w, and apparently they have different master volume circuits.

The 69 Bassman and the 74 model T are surprisingly similar when clean. The Bassman overdrives at a more practical volume for rocknroll but if you can let it breathe, the model T is like a Bassman from Hell.

Basically i use whichever one fits the situation best.

 

[Sirion]

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I have 2 ADA MP-1s, that run into a Marshall 9100 power amp. It is a very inconvenient way of using a Boss DC-2 in stereo. That thing sounds fantastic – it is by far the most attractive chorus-type stomp box I know – but there is some clipping even when using it in front of the amp. I wish I could find a version that could have been used in the effects loop (or rather between the pre-amp and the power amp), but that is completely impossible with the standard unit.

 

[crusty philtrum]

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I have two Laney VC15 combo's which I have used together live sometimes for smaller applications. I use the stereo output from an El Capistan echo pedal to feed the second amp's effects loop return. It works very well and sounds excellent.

 

[DrNewcenstein]

Re: Who has 2 or more of the same amp ?

I have 2 ADA MP-1s, that run into a Marshall 9100 power amp. It is a very inconvenient way of using a Boss DC-2 in stereo. That thing sounds fantastic – it is by far the most attractive chorus-type stomp box I know – but there is some clipping even when using it in front of the amp. I wish I could find a version that could have been used in the effects loop (or rather between the pre-amp and the power amp), but that is completely impossible with the standard unit.

Interesting. Is it a problem with the DC-2's input design where it requires Instrument-level signal? I can't get to the back of my MP1 at the moment, but I thought there was a switch for Instrument vs Line, or at least a knob to control the volume of the loop?

Do you have a compressor/peak limiter between the DC-2 and the guitar? That might help with the clipping if it only happens when you bash the strings.

Wondering also if it can be modded to accept line level signal without losing the original character?


As for the original question, I have a JCM800 and TripleRec, and the Line6 AM-4 Amp Modeler floor unit, which has models for the JCM800 and TripleRec.

I also have 3 Digitech GSP-21 rack preamps (A Pro, a Pro with the Legend upgrade chip, and a Legend), and 2 stock ADA MP-1s.

Then there's the "only one" items like a GSP1101 and Bass POD.

Everything runs into a 10-channel line mixer which gives basic channel volume and panning. Setting each unit (aside form the Bass POD) to a different piece of the tonal pie and having them all running to a stereo track is a beautiful but highly volatile thing.

Can you say "weaponized fundamental harmonics"?

You can't take the Gain above "slightly dirty" on anything without causing problems, and I even have the AM-4 set to a totally clean amp model (Fender Twin IIRC), and that makes chords clear and articulate, and lead lines have an underlying punch.

Once I get moved into my new place and get it all set back up, I'll throw up a short clip of it, if I can capture it correctly, and not blow my monitors out.

 

[Rand-O-Monium]

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I got an old Blackface Rocktron Chameleon as a back-up for my Voodu Valve...

 

[Kamanda~SD]

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I have 2 JCM 800's. Just different flavours really. I usually swap them when one needs a retube

One is a 1 ch 50w (modded) and the other is a 2ch 100w (modded as well)

 

[Dr.Mavashi]

Re: Who has 2 or more of the same amp ?

Well, we seem to have similar tastes in "Classically Aligned Loud & Heavy," so perhaps it is normal for our kind ...

 

[Sirion]

Re: Who has 2 or more of the same amp ?

Interesting. Is it a problem with the DC-2's input design where it requires Instrument-level signal? I can't get to the back of my MP1 at the moment, but I thought there was a switch for Instrument vs Line, or at least a knob to control the volume of the loop?

Do you have a compressor/peak limiter between the DC-2 and the guitar? That might help with the clipping if it only happens when you bash the strings.

Wondering also if it can be modded to accept line level signal without losing the original character?

I have to look further into this. Truth be told I got two more or less by coincidence almost ten years ago, and as I was turned off by playing for quite some time all my gear has mostly been in storage for a few years, so I haven't fiddled with the amps (or, for that matter, the pedal) nearly as much as I ought to. There might be a way to get it to work, though. I'm not quite sure regarding the pedal either, but I remember being annoyed by it on occasion. From what I've understood other people have had the problem with the pedal as well, so I've assumed it's a design flaw. Perhaps it might be amended. At the moment they are also in a completely different part of the world, but I'll have a look at it when I go home for Christmas. Thanks a lot for the suggestions!

 

[Boogie Bill]

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I have a bad case of buying Mesa amps.

I have two Maverick 212 combos. Bought a new one when Guitar Center closed them out, then added a used one, thinking I would use it in a L-R stereo rig. Have to sell that one; that band didn't work out.

I have the Mark V 112 combo I bought a few years ago. Then this past year bought a Mark V:25 mini-stack, and then the V:35 combo. Similar for sure, but actually very different. My DC-3 is very close to the Mark V:35, but their are differences...and the deal on the V:35 was too good to pass up.

I also have a Mark IV 112 EVM combo.

And then, three Mark IIIs, all different. I have a 200-watt Coliseum head, no stripe, with reverb and EQ. Amazing amp, but a fire-breathing monster. Got a pair of Mesa Half-Back cabs if I want to unleash it.

Then, a blonde tolex 112 EVM combo, red stripe, Simul-Class, EQ, reverb; and the matching 112 EVM Thiele cab. The Simul-Class sounds and feels different than the big Coliseum, and can be taken down to 15-watts...Deluxe Reverb levels, but with that soaring Boogie lead tone. A Mark III in blonde is VERY rare.

The third one is another combo in black tolex but it is the blue-stripe version, also fully-loaded, with the R2 mod. This one has a 100-watt Celestion, so it is much more aggressive sounding than the blonde. I also have a matching Thiele cab in black. I prefer the blonde amp for my all-around style, and thinking I should sell this rig.

When I find something I like, I tend to stay with it.

Bill

 

[LLL]

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It is a very inconvenient way of using a Boss DC-2 in stereo. That thing sounds fantastic – it is by far the most attractive chorus-type stomp box I know – but there is some clipping even when using it in front of the amp. I wish I could find a version that could have been used in the effects loop (or rather between the pre-amp and the power amp), but that is completely impossible with the standard unit.

Possibly this?

http://www.uaudio.com/store/delay-modulation/studio-d-chorus.html



The BOSS pedal is simply a stompbox sized version of the Roland Dimension D.

EDIT: poop. it's a plugin, not something you can drag along to a simple gig.

 

[Little Pigbacon]

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I want to get six of the Fender Twin Custom 15's and set them up in my living room as a surround system.

 

[thunderkyss]

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I've got a Crate BV6212 & BV120

I bought the combo, 6212 first. I've never had a problem with it, it gets the tone I want... a few years later I ran across a really good deal on the 100W half stack & couldn't pass it up.

 

[philthis]

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EVH 5150iii 2x12 and EVH LBX. I run the EVH LBX through a 2x12 cab with vintage 30's and a bright switch control on the back of the speaker cab. when switched to vintage the speakers compress harder at lower volumes and tighten the highs and lows for a cool fat mid tone. This works really well at low volume like when I switch the EVH LBX down to 4 watts. Its even cool at the full 15 watts. Its easy to carry and so is the 2x12 cab with handles on the sides.
The EVH iii 2x12 is a monster amp, its a brutal heavy beast that works wonderfully with the guitar volume. It oozes "brown sound" especially when the wattage is turned to 1 watt but the volume is cranked. it basically compresses a little harder and the channel 3 just sings and sustains. I know I know.....I will be buying tubes sooner then normal but its a trade off I am willing to pay to get that amazing tone. Channel 2 is all modded marshall tone stack territory. I love this amp but at 85 pounds its a heavy beast and I dont want to hall it over to somebodies house just for a quick jam or to write music. Thats where the EVH lunchbox head comes in. Its just a smaller version of the EVH iii 2x12 with less features and a tighter clip tone via the el84 tubes and its just loud enough to jam with a clean amp A/B together if I want to bring a small Fender combo like a blues Jr or a Deluxe Reverb. I have not tried to gig with this amp yet. If the drummer was really loud I dont know if 15 watts would be enough but I guess if it was right on the side of me and I miked the cab anyway it would be ok.
Why do this?......I hate hauling a bunch of pedals around. People bring all kinds of pedals to push their amps to get "that sound" out of them. These amps don't need a bunch of pedals, they already sound great with just a chord plugged in. I guess I could bring a reverb pedal with the EVH lbx head and 2x12 cab but it sounds so good turned up I just havent yet. Honestly I just put it on channel 3 and dial in my favorite lead tone for solo fills and then play rythm with the volume of the guitar turned to around 6, then roll it to 10 for a lead tone and back to 6 again for the rhythm. I know I know......kind of overly simplistic but with the Duncans and the celestions it just sounds good. good gad my spelling sucks LOL

 

[dystrust]

Re: Who has 2 or more of the same amp ?

Possibly this?

http://www.uaudio.com/store/delay-modulation/studio-d-chorus.html

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The BOSS pedal is simply a stompbox sized version of the Roland Dimension D.

EDIT: poop. it's a plugin, not something you can drag along to a simple gig.

That is a plugin, but it's a simulation of the Roland Dimension D rack unit. Unfortunately original Dimension Ds are vintage, sought after, rare, & rather expensive. A quick Google search showed a sold listing on Reverb for $999.

 

[dystrust]

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I don't own two of the same amp yet, but I hope to in the near future. I have a Marshall Jubilee 2555, but it's kinda rare / valuable while also being heavy and LOUD. It has a great master volume and sounds acceptable at home practice levels, but it doesn't really give up the goods until the output master is at 2.5 - 4. It's a great amp, but just too loud except for large rooms which is where the second amp comes in. I have SERIOUS G.A.S. for a new Mini Jubilee 2525H which should be perfect for recording, home practice, and smaller gigs. I also have both an Egnater Rebel 112X and an Earcandy Buzz Bomb 2x12, both loaded with Eminence Wizards @ 16 ohms. With both heads and both cabs I'll have three different rigs which should work pretty much anywhere I see myself playing.

 

[some_dude]

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I have a thing for Rectifiers.

 

[dave74]

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I have a thing for Rectifiers.

Me too,,,,,,,,,,or actually me 4.
95 dual
99 trem
09 single
2011 triple

 

[Demanic]

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I'd like to get another Carvin XV212.

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[Sirion]

Re: Who has 2 or more of the same amp ?

Possibly this?

http://www.uaudio.com/store/delay-modulation/studio-d-chorus.html

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Dystrust beat me to it, but yes: the rack unit exists, but it is expensive, even harder to come by in Europe than in the States, and by now they are probably best left in studio settings rather than live (the same, of course, could be said about the ADAs). I have seen that there are plugins that claim to emulate it for the Axe-FX and Eventide Harmonizer, but then we get into a king's ransom territory again.
The BOSS pedal is simply a stompbox sized version of the Roland Dimension D.

EDIT: poop. it's a plugin, not something you can drag along to a simple gig.[/QUOTE]