Members vigor&kandor Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 I want to try a Treble booster. For some reason i don't feel like building one, so i am wondering if anyone could recommend a Rangemaster clone of some sort. I prefer germanium, and if it has the OC44 that would rock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GuyaGuy Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 http://www.kadeneffects.com/chirper.htm i recently got the Chirper from utterhack and it found its way quite quickly onto my board. i didn't think i'd get that much into a treblebooster since they're mostly known for delivering those "screaming lead" tones, which i don't use. but it's perfect for my hybrid style, where i play a simple 2-3 note chord in the bass and a lead line in the upper register. the Chirper really lets the higher notes scream out. that type of phrase can easily get muddy with amp dirt or zome fuzzes, etc. the newer Chirpers also have a 3-way switch for full, mid, and treble boost. all 3 settings can be rolled off nicely with your guitar's vol knob. highly recommended! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vigor&kandor Posted January 22, 2007 Author Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 http://www.kadeneffects.com/chirper.htmi recently got the Chirper from utterhack and it found its way quite quickly onto my board. i didn't think i'd get that much into a treblebooster since they're mostly known for delivering those "screaming lead" tones, which i don't use. but it's perfect for my hybrid style, where i play a simple 2-3 note chord in the bass and a lead line in the upper register. the Chirper really lets the higher notes scream out. that type of phrase can easily get muddy with amp dirt or zome fuzzes, etc. the newer Chirpers also have a 3-way switch for full, mid, and treble boost. all 3 settings can be rolled off nicely with your guitar's vol knob. highly recommended! that one looks cool. I also saw the Throbak stage booster.How does it sound with your neck pickup? i have seem treble boosters make neck pickups sound less muddy, and very narly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GuyaGuy Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 that one looks cool. I also saw the Throbak stage booster. How does it sound with your neck pickup? i have seem treble boosters make neck pickups sound less muddy, and very narly! oh, it's good times with the neck pup!i use low-output strat pups so they never really get muddy anyhow. but with the Chirper, you can get that nice mellow tone from your neck pup but with more clarity like with the bridge pup. nudge up the gain and you get some really nasty niceness! and the 3rd position is so fat. with the gain up going into a driven amp it's like a hybrid overdrive/Big Muff!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Daft Punk Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 try the new bbe freq booster http://cgi.ebay.ca/BBE-Freq-Boost-Treble-Booster-Effect-Pedal-BRAND-NEW_W0QQitemZ180075904029QQihZ008QQcategoryZ22669QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GuyaGuy Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 try the new bbe freq booster http://cgi.ebay.ca/BBE-Freq-Boost-Treble-Booster-Effect-Pedal-BRAND-NEW_W0QQitemZ180075904029QQihZ008QQcategoryZ22669QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem i wouldn't mind trying that but it seems to claim being based on the rangemaster but doesn't seem to be germanium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members dswain81 Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 Can an EQ pedal do the same thing as a treble booster? I've never used either, so I don't know? It seems like they would do the same thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vigor&kandor Posted January 22, 2007 Author Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 I just saw the HBE Germania. When i get my money right, that might be my ticket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Filter428 Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 I want to try a Treble booster. For some reason i don't feel like building one, so i am wondering if anyone could recommend a Rangemaster clone of some sort. I prefer germanium, and if it has the OC44 that would rock. What type of guitar are you using? Single coils and hums react differently to specific treble boosters. If you're using a strat you may want a booster with a full range switch like the Throbak, Kaden or an MJM. The single coils work best with the darker setting. A BSM HS sounds great with a strat also. I have a Proanalog Top Boost with the OC44 and a Toneman Rangemaster that I use with hums. Scotty doesn't make the TB anymore so if you ever come across one, jump on it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Filter428 Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 Can an EQ pedal do the same thing as a treble booster? I've never used either, so I don't know? It seems like they would do the same thing. Two different animals. The treble booster adds a bit of OD also. The Germania is awesome. Not as much output as an MJM, Proanalog or a BSM but very sweet sounding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vigor&kandor Posted January 22, 2007 Author Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 What type of guitar are you using? Single coils and hums react differently to specific treble boosters. If you're using a strat you may want a booster with a full range switch like the Throbak, Kaden or an MJM. The single coils work best with the darker setting. A BSM HS sounds great with a strat also. I have a Proanalog Top Boost with the OC44 and a Toneman Rangemaster that I use with hums. Scotty doesn't make the TB anymore so if you ever come across one, jump on it! My strat has singles, but my Tele has a hummer in the neck. i was planning on using it with my tele's neck pickup. who is if your avatar? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GuyaGuy Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 Can an EQ pedal do the same thing as a treble booster? I've never used either, so I don't know? It seems like they would do the same thing. it doesn't just boost treble like an EQ, although there are some treble boosters that are made to do this (Vox etc.). the Rangemaster and its kin add gain + compression to the treble. with the gain comes some grit which can be somewhat fuzz like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Filter428 Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 My strat has singles, but my Tele has a hummer in the neck. i was planning on using it with my tele's neck pickup. who is if your avatar? That's just some pron chick. The Germania would sound amazing with your Tele neck pu. But don't skip over the Kaden, BSM, MJM or an Analogman Beano. An AM Beano just sold on TGP. The Proanalog TB would rock your world and D*A*M makes a killer one called a Red Rooster. I have about nine tb's and I found out that they all vary in characteristics because of manufacturer and tranny used. It's all good bro. Check these out:http://www.treblebooster.net/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vigor&kandor Posted January 22, 2007 Author Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 I think that girls name is Natasha..... I will check out that site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Filter428 Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 http://www.kadeneffects.com/chirper.htmi recently got the Chirper from utterhack and it found its way quite quickly onto my board. i didn't think i'd get that much into a treblebooster since they're mostly known for delivering those "screaming lead" tones, which i don't use. but it's perfect for my hybrid style, where i play a simple 2-3 note chord in the bass and a lead line in the upper register. the Chirper really lets the higher notes scream out. that type of phrase can easily get muddy with amp dirt or zome fuzzes, etc. the newer Chirpers also have a 3-way switch for full, mid, and treble boost. all 3 settings can be rolled off nicely with your guitar's vol knob. highly recommended! Yes, the Kaden rocks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members dswain81 Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 it doesn't just boost treble like an EQ, although there are some treble boosters that are made to do this (Vox etc.). the Rangemaster and its kin add gain + compression to the treble. with the gain comes some grit which can be somewhat fuzz like. Thanks for the clarification! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Mxr20 Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 Check these out:http://www.treblebooster.net/ bsm is soo overpriced it hurts it's the same guts you'll find in 100dollar pedals just with a bigger markup and for 300 dollars I at least expect a real paint job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vigor&kandor Posted January 22, 2007 Author Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 Is there a company that makes the 'Brian May Treble Booster' circuit ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Mxr20 Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 Is there a company that makes the 'Brian May Treble Booster' circuit ?http://www.petecornish.co.uk/www.treblebooster.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members erksin Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 Not made anymore, but the Scott's Crispy Creme totally nails the BM sounds. If you ever get the chance, try a Lovepedal CoT50 Red too - not Brian May-ish at all, but it's a treble booster variant that really smokes... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members RUExp? Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 What about the Cripsy Cream Treble Booster?http://www.treblebooster.com/introduction.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vigor&kandor Posted January 22, 2007 Author Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 the crispy cream isn't made anymore. Pete Cornish wants $249 for his ?!?!?! {censored} that noise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Mxr20 Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 wtf? did scott go out of business? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vigor&kandor Posted January 22, 2007 Author Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 well it said he is NOT taking orders.... maybe just for the booster... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GuyaGuy Posted January 22, 2007 Members Share Posted January 22, 2007 well it said he is NOT taking orders.... maybe just for the booster... this is the only thing that's NOT labeled "no longer for sale":http://www.treblebooster.com/krunch_king.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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