Members unit11 Posted March 10, 2008 Members Share Posted March 10, 2008 I've been thinking of getting a back up solid state combo amp for a while, preferably something that can do an extension cab as well if I need it to cover for my TT head in case of some sort of technical failure. I'm thinking solid state for two reasons: reliability and price. How much wattage do I need for a reasonable amount of volume in small to medium venues for a solid state amp? I can get by with my 15W TT, which is tube, just fine, but obviously 15W solid state is WAAAY too little... so how much should I look at? Or does anyone want to talk me out of using a solid state back up altogether? EDIT: Also, I want it as a combo to make it easier to use for practice rather than dragging around my TT and Cab all over. I have a Fender Deluxe 112 Plus, but I'm just not feeling that amp anymore - plus the volume control is waaay too jumpy for me. A fairly common problem with some Fender amps, I hear? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bemymonkey Posted March 10, 2008 Members Share Posted March 10, 2008 Hmmm, what's your budget? Off the bat I'd recommend... say... a Tech21 Trademark 60. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JonathanD Posted March 10, 2008 Members Share Posted March 10, 2008 I'd say as a backup, for small to medium clubs, 50 watts minimum I have a SS backup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Twebbz Posted March 10, 2008 Members Share Posted March 10, 2008 Roland Cube 60X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members tysopz Posted March 10, 2008 Members Share Posted March 10, 2008 Cube 60 is a lot of bang for the bucks. Can't get anything as good in that price range. However, it IS a solid state amp, I have one and I'm unable to get fat crunchy bluesy tones out of it no matter what pedals or EQ I use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jaytee123 Posted March 10, 2008 Members Share Posted March 10, 2008 I was going to say the tech 21 trademark also, but the new Peavey Bandit would be an option. IMHO, they are the leading innovators in SS amp technology. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SLfreak Posted March 10, 2008 Members Share Posted March 10, 2008 The Bandit is a good standby. So is the Tech 21, I had a Trademark 10 and it was a decent little unit, but I'd prefer a whole lot more power. Haven't heard any of the other T21 amps "wide open" at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Matheau Posted March 10, 2008 Members Share Posted March 10, 2008 Depending on your price range, you may want to just look at the Blackheart Handsome Devil combo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Brick Posted March 10, 2008 Members Share Posted March 10, 2008 whats your price range?!! Valvetech makes a sick head for $900 that you can buy new. It's 22 watts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members The Anomaly Posted March 10, 2008 Members Share Posted March 10, 2008 Hmmm, what's your budget? Off the bat I'd recommend... say... a Tech21 Trademark 60. /thread. I use a Peavey Classic 50 for the "A" rig, but for rehearsing and some weddings/smaller rooms, the Trademark 60 does it great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members newholland Posted March 10, 2008 Members Share Posted March 10, 2008 why don't you just throw a 5751 in the #1 preamp tube position on the fender deluxe (it's tube, right?)-- take your preamp gain down a scoch and it'll give you more leeway for your volume? that way.. no SS necessary... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members LedZep1985 Posted March 10, 2008 Members Share Posted March 10, 2008 I think that the Peavey Bandit is one of the best options for a solid state combo as a live backup. They are reliable, have good tone, and are loud enough for gigs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members unit11 Posted March 11, 2008 Author Members Share Posted March 11, 2008 why don't you just throw a 5751 in the #1 preamp tube position on the fender deluxe (it's tube, right?)-- take your preamp gain down a scoch and it'll give you more leeway for your volume?that way.. no SS necessary... A Fender Deluxe 112+ is actually a solid state amp. And thanks everyone for the suggestions - I'm going to start looking around at stores to play around with your suggestions! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members guitarchaz Posted March 22, 2008 Members Share Posted March 22, 2008 I love my Bandit (It's one of the new ones). I did change the stock speaker. I picked up a used G12T-75 for 50 bucks and stuck in in there. It's actually my main rehearsal amp now, as well as a backup for gigs. I only drag the tube rig out for gigs. The Bandit sounds really good, especially after the speaker change. Saves wear and tear on my expensive amp, and to be frank, is actually more versatile. The tube amp is better at crunchy dynamic tones, and has more sparkle and presence, but the bandit is a darn good sounding amp. The longer I own it, the more I like it. If my tube amp suddenly blew up and I had to live with the Bandit, I'd be fine. It does the job nicely, and having an adjustable master volume boost that is foot switchable and effects for both channels, is a VERY handy feature for me personally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members PoonDoggy Posted March 22, 2008 Members Share Posted March 22, 2008 i've been looking for a marshall avt50h as a backup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members uncyboo Posted March 22, 2008 Members Share Posted March 22, 2008 I have a Fender Deluxe 112 Plus, but I'm just not feeling that amp anymore - plus the volume control is waaay too jumpy for me. A fairly common problem with some Fender amps, I hear? You already have a not-so gawd-awful ss amp right there. It's certainly not stellar, but you could do way worse. You need, after all, a back-up, right? It's plenty loud, and yes the volume is touchy, but not really "jumpy", IMHO. This amp & a small pedal board could save your ass, and after all, you already have one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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