Members digiadaamore Posted April 22, 2012 Members Share Posted April 22, 2012 Hey guys im trying to pick my ultimate amp. Im on a budget and the one i get will be permanent for me. The Rm50 would be about 200$ more and comes with an ultra and blackface module, i really like the the t2c but i also hear advantages to the rm. Anyone have an opinion or comparison here? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jayd41 Posted April 22, 2012 Members Share Posted April 22, 2012 Getting in to the Randall RM series of amps has been the best gear decision I ever made. Wish I knew how amazing these amps were years ago. The modded modules from Jaidedfaithmods.com are unbelievable. Highly recommended! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Zhorellski Posted April 22, 2012 Members Share Posted April 22, 2012 Never tried the TC2 but my RM22 with modded modules is like having a dozen amps in one.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members yourguitarhero Posted April 22, 2012 Members Share Posted April 22, 2012 I recently picked up an RM50 combo to replace my Recto halfstack.I really like it. Well made amp, with good features (bias points/adjust, power amp controls - resonance and damping, two loops, speaker outs), plus the modular stuff is cool.I got 7 modules with mine. If you're looking for an 'amp for life' then the MTS series is a good choice. The different pre-amps really do make a difference to the sound, and you can try out different valves in there really easily (6L6 or EL34 for example).Stock modules are cheap - they go for about $100-120, plus there are many guys out there who make all kinds - have a look at Salvation Mods' site and soundclips. The Blackface is a nice Fender clean sound - no real overdrive available thoughUltra is OK - good for thrash metal or something, but I prefer the SL+ or Grail modules for high gain.I use a Plexi module for my clean sound - had a good sweep on the gain control from clean to crunch and works well with the volume knob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Wookieslayer Posted April 22, 2012 Members Share Posted April 22, 2012 Yeah depends if you think you will get bored or not later down the line... with the RM50c you will have the option of buying or trading for new modules or modding existing ones. The T2 and T2c are really nice and give awesome metal, decent rock, and good clean sounds but the RM series will have potential for more versatility. Do you want to set and forget for practice and jams or are you a tweaker and do you easily get bored? =P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members EdMan57 Posted April 22, 2012 Members Share Posted April 22, 2012 I recently bought a Randall RD50 Diavlo head that I am really digging.According to the guys at Randall,the clean and overdrive channels are based on the "Clean" and "Ultra" MTS modules.Yeah,Randall makes some killer amps.Especially for the money spent. Ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members kurtisqpublic Posted April 22, 2012 Members Share Posted April 22, 2012 Can't speak to the T2C, but I know since I picked up my randall mts rack, I have not GAS'd for another amp. I toyed with the idea of picking up a Splawn, and now Jaded Faith is doing a module based on the quick rod! There's alot of cool stuff out there for MTS! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members digiadaamore Posted April 22, 2012 Author Members Share Posted April 22, 2012 well i wouldnt say im a tweaker, and rock sound is not a concern i want ultra heavy,pretty heavy, and clean. if i got the rm is there a group of to trade with id really like to trade the ultra for a kh3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members yourguitarhero Posted April 22, 2012 Members Share Posted April 22, 2012 Yeah, there is a forum called Grailtone - just search MTS forum in google Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Deconstruction Posted April 22, 2012 Members Share Posted April 22, 2012 If all you want is a good metal sound and a clean, then you can't go wrong with the T2 or a V2. Get the RM if you need more versatility, which you will probably want down the road... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jayd41 Posted April 23, 2012 Members Share Posted April 23, 2012 well i wouldnt say im a tweaker, and rock sound is not a concern i want ultra heavy,pretty heavy, and clean. if i got the rm is there a group of to trade with id really like to trade the ultra for a kh3 mtsforum.grailtone.com is where you want to be Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members digiadaamore Posted April 23, 2012 Author Members Share Posted April 23, 2012 ok well today i went and played a 6505 112 for the hell of it. it is Way too loud for me! are the randalls going to be up there with the volume Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Crunchtime Posted April 23, 2012 Members Share Posted April 23, 2012 I would say T2 if it is the older 400 watt original version. Otherwise I'd get the RM50 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Crunchtime Posted April 23, 2012 Members Share Posted April 23, 2012 ok well today i went and played a 6505 112 for the hell of it. it is Way too loud for me! are the randalls going to be up there with the volume Yes, the Randall can totally hang volume wise. The great thing is the my T2 sounds KILLLER at low volumes too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Wookieslayer Posted April 23, 2012 Members Share Posted April 23, 2012 Yeah the T2 series sounds great at low volumes and even better as you crank it. With the RM50 it's going to be like most tube amps and while it may sound decent at low volumes, it's probably too loud for you if the 6505+112 was too loud... though I've never played the Peavey or RM50c... Maybe go sign up at the MTS forums and ask some RM50 owners how well it hangs for practice volumes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members digiadaamore Posted May 3, 2012 Author Members Share Posted May 3, 2012 ok guys this may be a crazy comparison but im either going to get the t2c or a blackstar ht5 and run it with a boost. id really rather have the randall, ive watched a demo at bedroom volume that sounded awesome, but i still have trouble believing it can really do low volume. is it really possible to run it low? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members kurtisqpublic Posted May 3, 2012 Members Share Posted May 3, 2012 Yes, the randalls can do low volume quite well. My MTS rack rig is used to practice in the basement while the family is sleeping or watching TV upstairs. If you are digging the randall, go for it, they do not disappoint! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Sixarmsofchaos Posted May 3, 2012 Members Share Posted May 3, 2012 +1 on the RM50C. You will not be dissapoint! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Wookieslayer Posted May 3, 2012 Members Share Posted May 3, 2012 The Randall can do whisper quiet volumes man. My T2's volume level pot isn't perfect at low volumes but if I engage the loop and lower the volume on the back it can get really damn quiet, quieter than my strings lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members yourguitarhero Posted May 3, 2012 Members Share Posted May 3, 2012 Yeah, I've got my RM50C in the house just now.It's pretty good for home playing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members digiadaamore Posted May 3, 2012 Author Members Share Posted May 3, 2012 OK {censored} it all there shall be a monster in my home soon! thanks guys edit: alright last question i promise, what does everyone think of the orange dark terror? it would end up costing more and i feel like id be getting less cause its single channel, but there supposed to be brutal little monsters. any thoughts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members yourguitarhero Posted May 3, 2012 Members Share Posted May 3, 2012 I've heard good things, especially form my friend who works in a guitar shop that has the whole Orange line Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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