Members gibson5413 Posted March 4, 2012 Members Share Posted March 4, 2012 I had been wanting to add a second amp my rig for a while now. I took a shot at the 5153 and really liked it a lot but found it too similar to my Cali. That's not to say they sound alike. To my ears, the 5153 has a modded Marshall tone to me with its own voice going on. I would have been completely happy with it but decided to go with my original thought - smoother and dark in comparison to the Cali mod. Say hello to my little friend: The Mark IV has always been one of my favorite amps (owned a short head for 3 years). Saw our buddy Tom (Les Zombie) selling his and decided to buy it. It arrived today in perfect condition and it sounds terrific. It is so nice to have two amps that are different enough to merit keeping. When I want to get my 80s hard rock/metal going I rev up the Cali (which I think does it better than anything). When I want something a little more smooth and dark (dare I say modern) I flip on the Mark IV. It is great to have my absolute two favorite amps in the world in my rig room. One more gear acquisition in May and I should be set. Just thought I would share my great day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members primeholy Posted March 4, 2012 Members Share Posted March 4, 2012 I miss my Mark IV sometimes, but my Mark V keeps me happy enough. Amp I miss most is my old Studio 22. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members dlt85 Posted March 4, 2012 Members Share Posted March 4, 2012 Nice, super clean. Mark IV to me will always be one of those staple good amps. I've always wanted one but never got around to getting it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members gibson5413 Posted March 4, 2012 Author Members Share Posted March 4, 2012 Thanks guys! Owned one for 3 years and have been wanting one again ever since I sold it for the V. The Mark IV and Cali mod are my two favorite amps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Les-Zombie Posted March 4, 2012 Members Share Posted March 4, 2012 Great amp, I'm sure I will regret selling it.The amp is a early 90s version A, also has 6l6 wing c power tubes. I can't wait to hear some clips, hopefully something heavy, enjoy it dude. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Members gibson5413 Posted March 4, 2012 Author Members Share Posted March 4, 2012 Funniest thing I've seen in a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jcat5150 Posted March 4, 2012 Members Share Posted March 4, 2012 HNAD!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Tommy Horrible Posted March 4, 2012 Members Share Posted March 4, 2012 Awesome dude! I love my Mark IV, such a great amp. It's actually made me decide to pare down my collection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members fretout Posted March 4, 2012 Members Share Posted March 4, 2012 I love my Mark IVs as well. I'vs thought about getting rid of one of them to fund a Gibby LP purchase, but I can't seem to pull the trigger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Holy War Posted March 4, 2012 Members Share Posted March 4, 2012 One more gear acquisition in May and I should be set. haha ya right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members gibson5413 Posted March 5, 2012 Author Members Share Posted March 5, 2012 haha ya right Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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