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Forum Ringside => Guitars, Amps and Effects => Topic started by: maliciousteve on June 24, 2006, 12:17:49 PM

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Post by: maliciousteve on June 24, 2006, 12:17:49 PM

So, it's my birthday next month and i've been thinking of buying another amp. Not because i need one but because i'm a greedy git who's too obsessed with tone  :D .

I've been looking at these amps so far

Mesa Mark IV
Cornford Carrera
Cornford MK50
Laney VH100

I'm basically looking for something really versatile, from Fender like clean tones to that crunchy blues rock Marshall tone right up to a really responsive and clear 'shredder' tone.


I've played a Cornford Carrera already and i loved it. I tested my PRS through the Carrera and the tone was unbelievable. I've also played with a Mark IV too and i've always loved the sound of them.

Never played through a VH100 though. Or a Cornford MK50.

From what i know, the Carrera is only 5 to 8 watts. Which would be great for playing at home. But i'm guessing not loud enough for band practices. Any one want to disagree?

Has any one had any experience with the Cornford MK50?

Title: Amps bla bla bla
Post by: Ratrod on June 24, 2006, 12:23:05 PM

If it was my choise, I'd have the Mesa Mark IV. A legendary amp.

Title: Amps bla bla bla
Post by: HTH AMPS on June 24, 2006, 01:44:22 PM

The mkIV is one hell of an amp with seemingly endless tones.  I know they can take a while to dial in with SO many options on them.

Don't forget about the smaller 'boutique' builders out there - checkout Voodoo Amps, they really are awesome.

Matamp will also build whatever you want - a REAL custom shop that won't bankrupt you.

 :twisted:

Title: Amps bla bla bla
Post by: maliciousteve on June 24, 2006, 02:43:08 PM

I've had a look at Matamp's and the Hardcore series seems to be close to what i'm after. I've heard a high gain clip of the 1224 and it didn't seem all that great. Though i know i would get a better idea getting in front of one. Is there any clips about of the hardcore series?

Title: Amps bla bla bla
Post by: hunter on June 24, 2006, 03:39:39 PM

Ever considered a Bogner Shiva? Or what about a Soldano Avenger or Decatone? These are amazing, too.

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Post by: Skybone on June 24, 2006, 05:50:01 PM

You can basically specify what you want with a Matamp, they can tweak their design's for you. It'd be an idea to at least talk to them to see what they can/can't/won't do, and more importantly what you're after tone-wise. It might even be worth a trip to Huddersfield to see them, have a chat and try some stuff out...

I think that someone on their forum had ordered a 1224mkII with a gain mod built in.

I know where I'm going when I have enough cash... ;)

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Post by: maliciousteve on June 24, 2006, 06:02:33 PM

I'm liking the idea of having a amp built to my specs more and more. If it's at all possible, having them fit blue L.E.D's behind a metal grill would win me over more  :lol: