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by MakerDP
Tue Jun 23, 2020 8:21 pm
Forum: Marshall Discussion
Topic: Anyone try a JTM pre into cathode bias (18W)?
Replies: 3
Views: 906

Re: Anyone try a JTM pre into cathode bias (18W)?

Thanks guys, great suggestions. I figured a master volume of some sort would be a must. I just was curious if there would be enough clean headroom in a live setting while still being able to drive it hard when needed too. It is 6V6-based and I am also considering just converting it to fixed-bias at ...
by MakerDP
Tue Jun 23, 2020 8:01 pm
Forum: Garage Talk
Topic: Rick Beato interviews Robben Ford
Replies: 13
Views: 5749

Re: Rick Beato interviews Robben Ford

OK, Jeff Healey is being interviewed. The interviewer gets to the part where he plays the song parts and then asks Jeff what he thinks about the guitar playing. Jeff comments, 'Well maybe the guy can play, but he has no feeling. It's like listening to a machine, I find it hard to listen to.' Yep, i...
by MakerDP
Tue Jun 23, 2020 7:47 pm
Forum: Garage Talk
Topic: I am angry with myself. Amp purchase remorse...
Replies: 7
Views: 1175

Re: I am angry with myself. Amp purchase remorse...

I've never had a lick of trouble with Reverb, but i don't sell there - only buy. Bought tons of stuff, most recently a Les Paul. Most sellers are more than happy to supply additional pics or even video clips if you let them know you are very interested and will buy if it all checks out. If not, I as...
by MakerDP
Tue Jun 23, 2020 7:38 pm
Forum: Garage Talk
Topic: Triode Electronics Customer Service PSA
Replies: 1
Views: 650

Re: Triode Electronics Customer Service PSA

Very cool. It's always nice to read about a positive interaction. Sounds like maybe they are past their struggles and moving forward again.
by MakerDP
Tue Jun 23, 2020 3:20 pm
Forum: Marshall Discussion
Topic: Anyone try a JTM pre into cathode bias (18W)?
Replies: 3
Views: 906

Anyone try a JTM pre into cathode bias (18W)?

Just wondering if it's worth the trouble trying to do this... JTM/Plexi/Bassman preamp into a typical 18W cathode-bias poweramp section. I have an 18W kit inbound and was toying with the idea of converting it.
by MakerDP
Wed Mar 18, 2020 2:52 am
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Rack stuff
Replies: 18
Views: 1911

Re: Rack stuff

A little late adding transformer suggestions, but have you considered this replacement for a 6G15 reverb unit? https://www.tubesandmore.com/products/transformer-fender-replacement-power-stand-alone-reverb Very cool designs by the way! I have used that transformer when I have 2 or more inches of cle...
by MakerDP
Mon Mar 16, 2020 11:31 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Rack stuff
Replies: 18
Views: 1911

Re: Rack stuff

A little late adding transformer suggestions, but have you considered this replacement for a 6G15 reverb unit?

https://www.tubesandmore.com/products/t ... one-reverb

Very cool designs by the way!
by MakerDP
Sat Mar 14, 2020 5:24 am
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: anyone know where to get matchless tube socket holders?
Replies: 4
Views: 799

Re: anyone know where to get matchless tube socket holders?

Got a picture of them? I'm not familiar with what they come with stock.
by MakerDP
Thu Mar 12, 2020 3:08 pm
Forum: Garage Talk
Topic: Rick Beato interviews Robben Ford
Replies: 13
Views: 5749

Re: Rick Beato interviews Robben Ford

I can't stand Beato. Ever read his video's comments when someone disagrees with him? His response basically is "and that's why you will always suck and never win a grammy like me." No thanks.
by MakerDP
Tue Mar 10, 2020 3:26 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: amp for newbie recommendations
Replies: 14
Views: 6143

Re: treomolo for newbie recommendations

lol I hear you. I played for many years before ever getting a full-on tube amp. Now, I did use some of the DIgiTech tube preamps back in the day and I bought a Classic 30 that I never really bonded with. Wasn't until I started building my own that I fell in love with them. Same. I played a Roland J...
by MakerDP
Tue Mar 10, 2020 2:45 am
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: amp for newbie recommendations
Replies: 14
Views: 6143

Re: treomolo for newbie recommendations

lol I hear you. I played for many years before ever getting a full-on tube amp. Now, I did use some of the DIgiTech tube preamps back in the day and I bought a Classic 30 that I never really bonded with. Wasn't until I started building my own that I fell in love with them.
by MakerDP
Mon Mar 09, 2020 9:42 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: amp for newbie recommendations
Replies: 14
Views: 6143

Re: treomolo for newbie recommendations

No shame in picking up an inexpensive modelling amp for your first amp. Look at the BOSS Katana amps on the used market. Not too far off your budget and a whole lot of fun to experiment with all the effects for a beginner. Some players are actually switching over to them for live gigs.... *GASP* No,...
by MakerDP
Sat Mar 07, 2020 7:50 pm
Forum: Fender Discussion
Topic: Fender made to Boogie
Replies: 15
Views: 4459

Re: Fender made to Boogie

<<<reply with quote not playing nice... imagine the "dollar store door-stop foot switch inserted here>>>

This right here is brilliant! What a pedalboard space saver!
by MakerDP
Sat Mar 07, 2020 7:42 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: What to do with 50 watt 6L6/EL34 build
Replies: 13
Views: 2496

Re: What to do with 50 watt 6L6/EL34 build

You mentioned you have built some AX84 designs and are considering something Plexi-ish... have you considered the AX84 October with it's adjustable NFB pot? Use the switch to go between JTM/Plexi and you have all that you are after I think. Just throw the AX84 Crunch Preamp on there with the above m...
by MakerDP
Wed Mar 04, 2020 7:44 am
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: can we talk about ground
Replies: 2
Views: 1377

Re: can we talk about ground

I plan on building some pedals and am planning to use a wooden enclosure and this has again brought up my lack of true understanding. As long as your "ground" is passing from the guitar through the cable, through the pedal, out the other cable and eventually into the amp unbroken, you will be OK. T...