ZVEX Box of Rock can get some of that vibe. It's more of a JTM-45 style overdrive with a darker tone than a plexi. I've used it and have gotten a similar sound to Malcolm.
All true. I still like to ask people with experience, watch/listen to demos and read specs as a general guideline to help narrow things down. But yeah, in the end, it's all an experiment.
I usually use a ZVEX Super Duper 2-in-one dual boost. It can be a great transparent boost, but also has that extra gain on tap when needed. I've also revisited my JHS Banana Boost recently. It can be set as a Rangemaster type treble boost or MOSFET depending where you set the dial. Great...
Thanks, Jim. I have some preexisting Sweetwater credit that'll easily cover a speaker replacement/upgrade. That's why I was leaning toward a Celestion purchased through them because of less out of pocket expense. While I am sure a creamback 65-70 will be safer power handling and also sound...
Thanks! Yeah, thought about the G12H anniversary edition as well. :) Thing is, I'm not sure how often I'll reamp it. But I venture to think not too often since it's a surprisingly loud amp to begin with!
Thanks and very true. I'm thinking the creamback might actually complement that amp better since it's mellower but still retains a greenback vibe. Could help offset some of the inherent brightness of the amp, especially with using only one speaker. Might turn out be the best of both worlds in...
I appreciate this post very much! A while back, (like 25+ years ago) my friend had a 2x12 cab with a green and a cream in it that I borrowed on some gigs. That combination sounded great.
I'm pretty sure if I drove my SV20 into a single G12 M (25-watt) it would sound good, get a bit of that top...
Thanks, good to know about the creamback. I haven't played through one in a very long time but I've had great experiences in the past with greens. Maybe the 'newer' creambacks are just better than the newer greenbacks. Of course, it's all subjective anyway.
Thanks! I forgot about the heritage variant. I know that a 1x12 in a live setting is hard to capture that classic rock growl that a 4x12 cab can. But I'm trying to get as close as possible. A single greenback will 'kinda' do it, but I'd hate to blow it up if I push it too hard with the Power...
Thank you very much for all the info! Only thing, if I use the Power Station to increase headroom, it'll likely be pushing the speaker too hard and might fail, so that's why I thought a Creamback (65 + watt) would be 'safer' then a single Green rated at only 25w. But I favor the greenback tone...
Appreciate the response! Yep, I'll be pulling the trigger on one of them soon and will report back. I know I'll be impressed with either one. But as of now, I'm leaning towards the 100.
I am going to get a 1x12 cab for easy transport on smaller gigs that won't require more than a single 12".
I'll be using my SV20H; likely with a Fryette Power station.
I pretty much decided on either a G12M (25-Watts) or a G12M-65 (65-Watts). While historically I've preferred the...
For sure. It's just that I already have many (TOO many) pedals that I love to use and cycle for variety. Also, I don't use MIDI. I only brought up the OX in that it also offers attenuation/reactive load and is highly regarded - but not as a direct comparison to the TAE, which I have no doubt is...
While I like the idea of the TAE being a kinda one and done unit, I wouldn't be taking advantages of all it's features. And I have no doubt it's an amazing piece of gear; same for the Ox, etc.
Originally, I just wanted a really good attenuater but soon realized having a unit that can increase...