Members kdcprhc Posted January 25, 2012 Members Share Posted January 25, 2012 What about 6CA7? Anybody has tried those in the XXX? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members shane159 Posted January 26, 2012 Members Share Posted January 26, 2012 Originally Posted by 10-46 Yes, there is. Ton of good info that kept me from selling my XXX. I especially like the comments on using a lower gain tube in the V2 slot. Makes for a tighter, less compressed amp. This x 100000000000000000. I love the amp now that I put the 12at7 in v2. So much more musical and the gain is way more useable. I also prefer it with EL34's and I don't get the comments about them losing low end. Mine has Ninja lows!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members magh8 Posted January 26, 2012 Members Share Posted January 26, 2012 Originally Posted by kdcprhc What about 6CA7? Anybody has tried those in the XXX? I got a friend of mine one from the classifieds a couple years ago and it was loaded with 6CA7's and it sounded pretty damn good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members kdcprhc Posted January 26, 2012 Members Share Posted January 26, 2012 Originally Posted by magh8 I got a friend of mine one from the classifieds a couple years ago and it was loaded with 6CA7's and it sounded pretty damn good. Cool. Right now, I have a JSX with EL34's in it and I'm finding the tone too honky for me. I have a Triple XXX with 6L6's in it and, while the honk is still there, it's not as pronounced as the JSX. Will the 6CA7 have the same mids as an EL34 or are they more tamed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members magh8 Posted January 26, 2012 Members Share Posted January 26, 2012 Originally Posted by kdcprhc Cool. Right now, I have a JSX with EL34's in it and I'm finding the tone too honky for me. I have a Triple XXX with 6L6's in it and, while the honk is still there, it's not as pronounced as the JSX. Will the 6CA7 have the same mids as an EL34 or are they more tamed? what kindo of el34??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members kdcprhc Posted January 26, 2012 Members Share Posted January 26, 2012 Originally Posted by magh8 what kindo of el34??? JJ EL34 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members magh8 Posted January 26, 2012 Members Share Posted January 26, 2012 Originally Posted by kdcprhc JJ EL34 try the e34l....i like them better...but I was also just told the stock screen grid resistors should be upgraded to run el34 type tubes??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ENdtime Posted January 27, 2012 Members Share Posted January 27, 2012 Originally Posted by magh8 try the e34l....i like them better...but I was also just told the stock screen grid resistors should be upgraded to run el34 type tubes??? Well The E34L's they need to be upgraded. The amp can run regular el34's and kt77's but don't be surprised if a SGR does blow. When mine went I replaced them with the 100ohm resistors and it worked fine, but that doesn't change the fact they blew initially just running regular el34's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members magh8 Posted January 27, 2012 Members Share Posted January 27, 2012 Originally Posted by ENdtime Well The E34L's they need to be upgraded. The amp can run regular el34's and kt77's but don't be surprised if a SGR does blow. When mine went I replaced them with the 100ohm resistors and it worked fine, but that doesn't change the fact they blew initially just running regular el34's well this is not going to be a go to amp so 6l6 it stays... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members kdcprhc Posted January 27, 2012 Members Share Posted January 27, 2012 Originally Posted by magh8 try the e34l....i like them better...but I was also just told the stock screen grid resistors should be upgraded to run el34 type tubes??? Yes, they have to be upgraded to be able to run the E34L's. I tried those in the Triple XXX and they sounded honky too. I guess I'm not a big fan of the EL34 mids. But my question is if the 6CA7 being a variant of the EL34 will have the same upper mid grind? Some say the 6CA7 is more subdued in that region while still retaining clarity and delivering that big bottle sound I'm looking for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members magh8 Posted January 27, 2012 Members Share Posted January 27, 2012 Originally Posted by kdcprhc Yes, they have to be upgraded to be able to run the E34L's. I tried those in the Triple XXX and they sounded honky too. I guess I'm not a big fan of the EL34 mids. But my question is if the 6CA7 being a variant of the EL34 will have the same upper mid grind? Some say the 6CA7 is more subdued in that region while still retaining clarity and delivering that big bottle sound I'm looking for. very well could be...I always tend to lean toward el34 tubes amps for that mid grind but I still do like 6l6... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members magh8 Posted January 30, 2012 Members Share Posted January 30, 2012 Originally Posted by M-III *holds up hand* Present!What do I win for the door prize??? Doh, sorry don't have much to add here other than what you have said guys... Wait a minute, yes I do! Other than I am kinda partial to 6L6's, I like bass too much, (that is until I pop some KT66's or 6CA7's in dat bitch! ) what can I say... Above all, get the damned screen resistors upgraded to 5 watt, 1K ohm resistors if you EVEN think about putting JJ E34L's in it, just to be safe.(or anything near those kinds of plate voltages, I worry that KT66's and 6CA7's may be the same way but I am not certain, I'll get back to ya)You can tell if it's a older version by the type of Peavey logo on the front... If it's block (newer logo) logo, it's a 1st year run production amp, screen resistors are 5 watt, 100 ohm resistors. Older lighting bolt logo, 2nd year run production amp and on,(newer Triple XXX's) screen resistors have probably upgraded to 5 watt, 700 ohm resistors. Above all, DO NOT assume anything, make sure the screen resistors have been upgraded or were updated at the factory, if you plan on using anything beyond standard EL-34's or 6L6's. Have the amp inspected by a certified tech to know for sure if you are uncertain.Here's the preamp tube configuration affecting each channel, from left to right, facing the back of the amp:V1 - clean channelV2 - clean, crunch and ultra channelsV3 - crunch and ultra channelsV4 - phase inverter (power amp driver, tube closest to the power tubes)IMHO, the greatest gripe with this amp on it's distortion channels of it having too much gain is greatly solved by substituting a 12DW7(ECC832 for you Europeans) in V2 to drop it's gain. The 12DW7 is a hybrid type tube that is half a 12AX7 and a 12AU7 that will help lower the gain on the distortion so you get more "mileage" out of the gain knob and coax low gain sounds much easier. Oh yea, if are going to pursue a cosmetic mod for the Triple XXX, keep an eye out for items under Peavey amps in the Musical Instruments section on Ebay for Triple XXX faceplate replacements, I see them on there from time to time. It's where I got mine and IMHO it's a nice change of pace from the ole trucker chicks. See below for my mod I did!Oh well, that's all I can think of for now that hasn't already been said, I think. Enjoy! I think i gots some knob painting to do...haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members MegaMustaine Posted January 30, 2012 Members Share Posted January 30, 2012 I've got a XXX thru a XXX 2x12 cab. Never really had much luck finding a great tone out of the head to be honest, and it's broke a few times. (guess that's what I get for buying used) I'm thinking about selling it, but not really sure if I could get much for it with the JSX ect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members magh8 Posted January 31, 2012 Members Share Posted January 31, 2012 well it may lack originality but looks much cleaner with the black knobs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members buddhapaugh Posted January 31, 2012 Members Share Posted January 31, 2012 Just had a special edition Jagermeister XXX arrive today. Hope to have a pic or two up soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members buddhapaugh Posted January 31, 2012 Members Share Posted January 31, 2012 I guess Peavey and Jagermeister sponsored a tour---something like the Warped or Vans---and Peavey supplied the backline and they were all XXX's. From what I understand they are a standard XXX with an added Jagermeister logo embossed into the faceplate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members nwright Posted January 31, 2012 Members Share Posted January 31, 2012 I dig the black amp with white knobs:I had posted this earlier in the thread and then deleted the link...Here's my favorite tone I've gotten out of my XXX:http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1160146/newsong1-01.mp3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members sahlomonic Posted January 31, 2012 Members Share Posted January 31, 2012 Originally Posted by nwright I dig the black amp with white knobs:I had posted this earlier in the thread and then deleted the link...Here's my favorite tone I've gotten out of my XXX:http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1160146/newsong1-01.mp3 Damn, that is sexy! Makes me miss my XXX . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members magh8 Posted January 31, 2012 Members Share Posted January 31, 2012 yep the white knobs look good too... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members tech21man Posted January 31, 2012 Members Share Posted January 31, 2012 Originally Posted by nwright I dig the black amp with white knobs:I had posted this earlier in the thread and then deleted the link...Here's my favorite tone I've gotten out of my XXX:http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1160146/newsong1-01.mp3 Great looks and perhaps the best high gain clip on HCAF in my oppinion...crunchy fat everything! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members M-III Posted January 31, 2012 Members Share Posted January 31, 2012 Originally Posted by magh8 well it may lack originality but looks much cleaner with the black knobs Haha, not bad man! But here is a piece of advice from someone who's already tried it, I do hope you used some good primer on the knobs first! While a coat of industrial strength flat black can last a pretty good while, it's not permanent/strong enough and it will eventually start cracking and flake off... Paint will not adhere to chrome very well without a good primer coat. Yea, I learned this the hard way...However my next suggestion is looking for some knobs HERE.Oh yea, here's my amp with it's current "revised" look, newer semi-gloss black plate with knurled black knobs with white dimples. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members magh8 Posted February 5, 2012 Members Share Posted February 5, 2012 haha I got a new one...I have had a peavey footswitch in my closet in the jam room for ever and have been using it with my 5152.I thought it was from a xxx and worked for both amps..well i was wrong.it is a fs for a 5152 only.so I was messing with the xxx and wanted to see something because it sounded on but a bit nasally and thin to me.I figured it is what it is.well come to find out the FX loop has been engaged and both controls set to noon.I cranked both send and return knobs and holy {censored} the amp is a new beast.so how the hell do I bypass the loop??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members tedmich Posted February 5, 2012 Members Share Posted February 5, 2012 Originally Posted by magh8 haha I got a new one...I have had a peavey footswitch in my closet in the jam room for ever and have been using it with my 5152.I thought it was from a xxx and worked for both amps..well i was wrong.it is a fs for a 5152 only.so I was messing with the xxx and wanted to see something because it sounded on but a bit nasally and thin to me.I figured it is what it is.well come to find out the FX loop has been engaged and both controls set to noon.I cranked both send and return knobs and holy {censored} the amp is a new beast.so how the hell do I bypass the loop??? I think you jumper the pins, but default should be FX out eh? may be a bad relay if it should be "OUT", if it defaults "IN" jumper it with insulated wire, the pin is 1.5mm so 15 awg solid wire should work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members FearTheVoices Posted February 5, 2012 Members Share Posted February 5, 2012 if anyones looking for a Triple XXX cab in New England lemme know.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JR.junior Posted April 14, 2012 Members Share Posted April 14, 2012 I have one question about Peavey Triple XXX 40 FX combo. I hope that you could help me. It's about white noise. Have the volume knob full down, but I can still hear the white noise. Changed all the tubes, but the white noise stays constant. Is this normal e.g. amps layout, or is there something wrong? Thx. Regards, JR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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