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Mike LX-R

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  1. I agree about B boobs. A good shaped pair of full B's with a nicely proportioned nipple are wonderful and they're likely to age well.
  2. Relatively little. But even transformers aren't backbreaking, really. An OT isn't going to "set you back three years' savings". When you're 14, your budget is $700 and you've been saving for a while to reach that point, it will set you back... a lot.
  3. There's not a damn thing in an old Fender tube amp that can't be fixed or replaced for relatively little money. tranformers ain't exactly cheap, but for the most part yes this is very true.
  4. nothing wrong with a frontman at all. it's not made for loud playing-- and even he admits it sounds alright not screamin' loud, because it does, and it sounds very much like a fender, which it is. mostly-- he just needs a burlier amp- and if that's what y' mean with 'better'-- i'm inclined to agree. but i've run a frontman 25 with pedals AND used the onboard dirt. does a respectable job with both, really. key to that amp is basically turning the treble pretty doggone low. i think they give you extra outrageous treble on that thing because they also give it RCA jacks to be used as for a music player to go full range. the speaker'll do it.. but it's some seriously weird mojo to have that much top with a guitar. oh, then you would know.
  5. Well, it seems like I've gained at least a little bit of trust and respect from you guys, so there's something I should probably tell you. I'm 14. I play the guitar and the drums, I'm in a band, I'm even starting to get into the world of recording. Music is my passion and I am considered the best musician in my school. I didn't want to announce this right away, because people never take me seriously if they know I'm just a teen. The thing is, being a multi-instrumental musical fanatic at the age of 14 isn't exactly easy. I've accumulated quite a bit of nice musical gear over the years, but money isn't exactly abundant for a 14 year old and it's hard to keep up with repairs and new equipment when I play two instruments. I've been saving up for almost 3 years now, and I want to make a good decision on my amp purchase because it will probably be my only amp for quite a few years to come. I'm proficient enough in the world of amps to make a relatively good decision on my amplifier, but it's always nice to have some advice from the pros. It really means a lot to me. You're very welcome. I picked up the guitar at 14 after playing the piano since 10. I wish I had known about this forum at that time too. That's not to say that I still wouldn't have had to learn everything through experience, but the guidance and consensus opinion from most guys here is very valuable. If you have $700 to drop on a new amp then I think you're going to be very pleased after trying out the many many many good and sometimes great amps you can find in that price range. Just take your time and listen
  6. The reason I did is because he said he liked the clean tone...and Fenders take pedals well. It's been proven for decades. Sound advice, sorry to say you are wrong. I do admit I do not have experience with the Frontman...so maybe there lies your beef. Although I have had experience with other SS Fenders, and my reasoning still stands. To completely disregard the option is foolish. See normally I would agree but it's a Frontman, and also no, you're wrong about this being a good idea for SS Fenders in general. The man deserves better, period.
  7. Anyone recommending he not look for a better amp and instead just buying pedals, smoke and mirrors, isn't giving good advice.
  8. are the member statuses based on age or number of posts or what? Why do some just say "member" or "junior member" but some look like they've been edited by the user? Sorry if this is a really dumb question, I'm a complete noob when it comes to forums you status changes after you post xyz amount of posts. Then, when you've proven that you REALLY have no life and have oodles of posts Harmony Central allows you to write your own member status. It's something we all aim for, and only the most pathetic of us have accomplished it.
  9. Deluxes Super Reverbs are pricey, but deals abound for the less popular ones, Vibrolux, Pro Reverb, Twin reverb (big and heavy) , Bandmaster and Dual Showman Reverb. I gotta say that if you like that big bell Twin sound but want a little bit of overdrive and grind that the Pro Reverb is an awesome way to go
  10. Really? Like realllllllly? They're easily the worst practice amps out there. I had a FM15 that sounded like ratty ass thanks for saying that for me. i wanted to reply but didn't know how to, and his post was incongruous with his member status, which apparently means nothing..
  11. When I decided to buy my first tube amp I decided I would start with a Fender. I played scores, new, used, and vintage. Do this. Play as many new, used, and vintage Fenders as you can. I wound up with a 1966 Pro Reverb and it's a beautiful amp. There's plenty of affordable options when it comes to Fender tube amps. Just plug in and LISTEN
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