Members thom Posted December 28, 2012 Members Share Posted December 28, 2012 One of the earlier ones, and it suffers from some sort of rattling noise. So I'm not even sure how much I should've offered, for all I know it can't be fixed, or at least not cheap:sIt's supposed to be a late christmas gift to my buddy, who's sorta goin' though a rough patch. Actually, it's worse than that, but I cant eleborate, and it's beside the point anyway. So he wants to learn to learn to play. He inherited a {censored}ty bolt-on ibanez les paul copy from his dad, and asked me for amp advice. Told him to trade in the guitar for an acoustic if he can't spend at least $100, which he can't. He insist on playing electric though, which I can relate to I guess. So now I found the ad for this Class5, which I assume should be dirt cheap considering the already low used prices for the newer mint condition versions. Anyway, I figured from the clips&reviews this might be a decent practice amp, especially for a noob Amirite? Or should I steer clear from this 3 year old model, even if I manage to fix the noise issue? I'm broke myself right now too, or at least too broke to give $150 presents to friends...So I'm not sure it's wise to blow any money at all on a broken amp:s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members diocide Posted December 28, 2012 Members Share Posted December 28, 2012 I think I've got one with the infamous rattle issues, and mhonestly, it doesn't really bother me. It's a practice amp, it does it's job. If you want pristine cleans and tight brootz, look elsewhere, but for a cool sounding (provided you like Marshall tones) little amp, it's fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members diocide Posted December 28, 2012 Members Share Posted December 28, 2012 I think I've got one with the infamous rattle issues, and mhonestly, it doesn't really bother me. It's a practice amp, it does it's job. If you want pristine cleans and tight brootz, look elsewhere, but for a cool sounding (provided you like Marshall tones) little amp, it's fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bbutler123 Posted December 28, 2012 Members Share Posted December 28, 2012 Originally Posted by thom One of the earlier ones, and it suffers from some sort of rattling noise. So I'm not even sure how much I should've offered, for all I know it can be fixed, or at least not cheap:s It's supposed to be a late christmas gift to my buddy, who's sorta goin' though a rough patch. Actually, it's worse than that, but I cant eleborate, and it's beside the point anyway. So he wants to learn to learn to play. He inherited a {censored}ty bolt-on ibanez les paul copy from his dad, and asked me for amp advice. Told him to trade in the guitar for an acoustic if he can't spend at least $100, which he can't. He insist on playing electric though, which I can relate to I guess. So now I found the ad for this Class5, which I assume should be dirt cheap considering the already low used prices for the newer mint condition versions. Anyway, I figured from the clips&reviews this might be a decent practice amp, especially for a noob Amirite? Or should I steer clear from this 3 year old model, even if I manage to fix the noise issue? I'm broke myself right now too, or at least too broke to give $150 presents to friends...So I'm not sure it's wise to blow any money at all on a broken amp:s The rattle isn't a sign that it's broken, it was a design issue. Don't know what fixes it, but I gather that it would not bother most people even if they didn't fix it. $150 would be amazing. I would be tempted to buy it at THAT price, even tho I don't WANT another amp. By the way, Fenders have bolt-on necks too. They have for many years. It's kind of you to want to help a guy in need. That'll pay you back eventually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bbutler123 Posted December 28, 2012 Members Share Posted December 28, 2012 Originally Posted by thom One of the earlier ones, and it suffers from some sort of rattling noise. So I'm not even sure how much I should've offered, for all I know it can be fixed, or at least not cheap:s It's supposed to be a late christmas gift to my buddy, who's sorta goin' though a rough patch. Actually, it's worse than that, but I cant eleborate, and it's beside the point anyway. So he wants to learn to learn to play. He inherited a {censored}ty bolt-on ibanez les paul copy from his dad, and asked me for amp advice. Told him to trade in the guitar for an acoustic if he can't spend at least $100, which he can't. He insist on playing electric though, which I can relate to I guess. So now I found the ad for this Class5, which I assume should be dirt cheap considering the already low used prices for the newer mint condition versions. Anyway, I figured from the clips&reviews this might be a decent practice amp, especially for a noob Amirite? Or should I steer clear from this 3 year old model, even if I manage to fix the noise issue? I'm broke myself right now too, or at least too broke to give $150 presents to friends...So I'm not sure it's wise to blow any money at all on a broken amp:s The rattle isn't a sign that it's broken, it was a design issue. Don't know what fixes it, but I gather that it would not bother most people even if they didn't fix it. $150 would be amazing. I would be tempted to buy it at THAT price, even tho I don't WANT another amp. By the way, Fenders have bolt-on necks too. They have for many years. It's kind of you to want to help a guy in need. That'll pay you back eventually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members thom Posted December 28, 2012 Author Members Share Posted December 28, 2012 Originally Posted by bbutler123 The rattle isn't a sign that it's broken, it was a design issue. Don't know what fixes it, but I gather that it would not bother most people even if they didn't fix it. $150 would be amazing. I would be tempted to buy it at THAT price, even tho I don't WANT another amp. By the way, Fenders have bolt-on necks too. They have for many years. It's kind of you to want to help a guy in need. That'll pay you back eventually. Hehe, I'm a fender guy myself, I just meant the guitar is a cheap and badly abused piece of {censored}, and happens to be a bolt-on les Paul copy, which is usually a sign of the overal value. Might still be a okay beginner's instrument after a good setup I guess though, it's not like he can afford something else. As far as the rattle noise goes: If it's indeed the infamous design issue you guys are refering to rather than something else malfunctioning: I'm grabbing this thing for $125. Thanks for the replies. And the kind words Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members thom Posted December 28, 2012 Author Members Share Posted December 28, 2012 Originally Posted by bbutler123 The rattle isn't a sign that it's broken, it was a design issue. Don't know what fixes it, but I gather that it would not bother most people even if they didn't fix it. $150 would be amazing. I would be tempted to buy it at THAT price, even tho I don't WANT another amp. By the way, Fenders have bolt-on necks too. They have for many years. It's kind of you to want to help a guy in need. That'll pay you back eventually. Hehe, I'm a fender guy myself, I just meant the guitar is a cheap and badly abused piece of {censored}, and happens to be a bolt-on les Paul copy, which is usually a sign of the overal value. Might still be a okay beginner's instrument after a good setup I guess though, it's not like he can afford something else. As far as the rattle noise goes: If it's indeed the infamous design issue you guys are refering to rather than something else malfunctioning: I'm grabbing this thing for $125. Thanks for the replies. And the kind words Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GreaserMatt Posted December 31, 2012 Members Share Posted December 31, 2012 $125 is a great deal for that amp; and the ibby les paul will be a nice starter git for your bro... HNAD! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GreaserMatt Posted December 31, 2012 Members Share Posted December 31, 2012 $125 is a great deal for that amp; and the ibby les paul will be a nice starter git for your bro... HNAD! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Hookandcanman Posted December 31, 2012 Members Share Posted December 31, 2012 Yeah. I think the C5 is a great amp, especially for a beginner. I'm sure it most likely better than whatever we all started with. Very cool thing you're doing btw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Hookandcanman Posted December 31, 2012 Members Share Posted December 31, 2012 Yeah. I think the C5 is a great amp, especially for a beginner. I'm sure it most likely better than whatever we all started with. Very cool thing you're doing btw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members slideroni Posted December 31, 2012 Members Share Posted December 31, 2012 Ibby bolt-on Les Pauls are nothing to sneeze at.Good on you for being a good friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members slideroni Posted December 31, 2012 Members Share Posted December 31, 2012 Ibby bolt-on Les Pauls are nothing to sneeze at.Good on you for being a good friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ~Abstract~ Posted December 31, 2012 Members Share Posted December 31, 2012 IIRC the rattle was a design flaw of the baffle.I think removing the chassis and baffle and reinstalling the baffle with some bits of rubber between it and the cabinet will resolve those issues.I'm sure a quick google search would yield better info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ~Abstract~ Posted December 31, 2012 Members Share Posted December 31, 2012 IIRC the rattle was a design flaw of the baffle.I think removing the chassis and baffle and reinstalling the baffle with some bits of rubber between it and the cabinet will resolve those issues.I'm sure a quick google search would yield better info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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