Members drivelikejoewho Posted May 26, 2011 Members Share Posted May 26, 2011 In my experience (Fender pro jr.) 15 watts is loud enough for any size audience anybody posting here is likely to encounter. The only potential fly in the ointment is that a fair number of musicians have that "mine's bigger" mindset that ends up with the sonic equivalent of having enough nuclear weapons to destroy the world hundreds of times over. Since I became an adult and started playing with adults, I've noticed two things: 1) The number of watts required is much smaller, and 2) the audience and I can both get through a gig without significant bleeding from the ears. I've never tried it but I honestly think I could play with a drummer with a 5w tube amp wired through a 2x12 mesa cabinet. That might be pushing it. I completely agree though. My little cover band has me with a Dual Rectifier (on about level 2) which is completely unnecessary but I've had it for 10+ years and don't want to get rid of it (it is an early 90's model) and the other guy has a line 6 Spider 30w. We recently played at a friends pool party and it was plenty loud. The drummer beats this {censored} out of his drums too. I have been thinking about replacing the DR. I was looking at the Blackstar 15w heads. Anyone have a good suggestion for a smaller replacement? I'm getting tired of hauling the DR and 2x12 in my friggin Honda. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Woody_in_MN Posted May 26, 2011 Members Share Posted May 26, 2011 Back in the day I was a drummer. My guitar player had a Vox AC30 and asked me to hold back a bit. But we played LOUD. I beat the {censored} out of my drums. Not to undercut my buddy BS, but I kind of wonder if 15 watts is enough to be heard over a drum set. Not is to say it is not possible, but I've never tried it. I had a Blackheart Handsome Devil for a while - switchable 7 or 15 watts. In jamming with a buddy who had a Marshall Haze, I never had to switch it up to 15 watts - but we did not have a drummer there. I can say I have a Crate VC30, and will take the plaster off the walls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mediocreplayer Posted May 26, 2011 Members Share Posted May 26, 2011 Guys -- page 12 of this thread does not have a single deal. Let's try to stay on topic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members twotimingpete Posted May 26, 2011 Members Share Posted May 26, 2011 what about clean headroom on the night train? anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members xStonr Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 what about clean headroom on the night train? anyone? BREAKING NEWS! I can't comment on the Night Train. I did own the Jet City Pico Valve which had zero clean headroom. Right now I'm fooling around with the Tweaker and yes it does have more power than the Night Train or Pico Valve, but I am sooooo impressed with the cleans on this thing right now. Now back to your normally scheduled channel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members twotimingpete Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 BREAKING NEWS!I can't comment on the Night Train. I did own the Jet City Pico Valve which had zero clean headroom. Right now I'm fooling around with the Tweaker and yes it does have more power than the Night Train or Pico Valve, but I am sooooo impressed with the cleans on this thing right now. Now back to your normally scheduled channel. looking at the tweaker it seems great on paper. so it has big headroom cleans or what? that's generally a requirement for me because I like pedals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Yarbicus Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 BREAKING NEWS! I can't comment on the Night Train. I did own the Jet City Pico Valve which had zero clean headroom. Right now I'm fooling around with the Tweaker and yes it does have more power than the Night Train or Pico Valve, but I am sooooo impressed with the cleans on this thing right now. Now back to your normally scheduled channel. Completely different amps. The Pico is designed to get awesome overdrive at lower volumes. Night Train has far more headroom. And on to the deal: ESP LTD Viper-100FM Electric Guitar See-Thru Black $249 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KN6NI0/ref=s9_simh_gw_p267_d0_i1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=04NMZFHBJWS3HXAVDQH6&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846 That's $1000 off!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Tool Shedd Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 Earthquaker Devices is blowing out blems...http://www.earthquakerdevices.com/sale/a lot of stuff is sold out already but still a few bargains to be had.I keep talking myself out of the Sea Machine Chorus & the Ghost Disaster Reverb/Delay. Please buy them before I do.They even have a few Hoof Reapers... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members cbh5150 Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 That's $1000 off!!! You sure about that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Yarbicus Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 You sure about that? Oops! Forgot the link. fix'd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members teletaylor Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 Oops! Forgot the link. fix'd I think Amazon has it listed with the wrong normal retail price. It's $249 everywhere else. I'm no expert on ESP though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members cbh5150 Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 I think Amazon has it listed with the wrong normal retail price. It's $249 everywhere else. I'm no expert on ESP though OK - got it. Sorry, Yarb, but it's $249 everywhere, and that's only $107 off list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Yarbicus Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 Hey, at least I'm trying! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Yarbicus Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 Real one: Washburn EA21 A/E $199.99 http://www.worldmusicsupply.com/Washburn-EA21-Acoustic-Electric-Guitar.html Everyone else (yes, I checked this time) has them for $249.99 - 299.99. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Members Yarbicus Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 Michael Kelly Hex Deluxe $499 List $1000 http://www.beyondeleven.com/Michael-Kelly-Hex-Deluxe-Electric-Guitar-p/michael-kelly-deluxe-hexdbw.htm You have to sign up for their mailing list to get the lower Member Price but it is free and they have never sent me anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members 1esotericguy Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 VHT All Tube SPECIAL 6 COMBO $$182 SHIPPED $229 everywhere else. Amazon Prime shipping eligible too. http://www.amazon.com/VHT-Special-Combo-Amplifier-Watts/dp/B003V5WI24/ref=sr_du_3_map?ie=UTF8&qid=1306474347&sr=8-3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members FckStick Jones Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 I'm sure everyone knows about Guitarfetish and their clearance section but this strikes me as a ridiculous deal.http://www.guitarfetish.com/XV-560-Quilt-Carved-Top-Tobacco-Sunburst-Alnico-P90s_p_2559.html# Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members awd83 Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 http://www.worldmusicsupply.com/Washburn-EA21-Acoustic-Electric-Guitar.htmlEveryone else (yes, I checked this time) has them for $249.99 - 299.99. That is a good deal, but do note that it is a b-stock. Might have to pick one up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members George Jetson Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 $100 off $499 or more @ SAM ASH w/ code MDAYSALE *Offer valid 5/27/2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members glennthomastv Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 $229 everywhere else. Amazon Prime shipping eligible too. http://www.amazon.com/VHT-Special-Combo-Amplifier-Watts/dp/B003V5WI24/ref=sr_du_3_map?ie=UTF8&qid=1306474347&sr=8-3 Thanks man. Though I'm holding out for the newer model with the 12" speaker, this one is VERY tempting. Thanks man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Shamdog Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 Pro Audio Land just posted 15% off site wide. Use promo code Stars&Stripes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jhamnett Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 Demo Mustang V Head for $219 at Sweetwater http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/Mustang5HDd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Eddie Posted May 27, 2011 Members Share Posted May 27, 2011 For those of you into recording, here's a very nice reverb (EAReverb) currently at Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Zackb911 Posted May 28, 2011 Members Share Posted May 28, 2011 $229 everywhere else. Amazon Prime shipping eligible too. http://www.amazon.com/VHT-Special-Combo-Amplifier-Watts/dp/B003V5WI24/ref=sr_du_3_map?ie=UTF8&qid=1306474347&sr=8-3 thanks just snagged one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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