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Forum Ringside => Guitars, Amps and Effects => Topic started by: keano on August 16, 2006, 08:39:03 PM

Title: Randall MTs, Shiva, DSL
Post by: keano on August 16, 2006, 08:39:03 PM

I am checking amps again. I have a JCM 800 2203 with a ZW-44 in front of it. Does metal great, does ACDC on 'roids great also. But tough getting lot of versatilitiy. Also like the modded brown VH/Lynch sound as well as Zakk, and Angus.

Considering DSL 50,  Bogner Shiva (don't know much abuot this one. But seems highly regarded), and just found out about Randall MTS sems very cool. But is it a gimmick or actual cool tone machine?
Then again I could mod my JCM but don't know anyeon in L.A.

Title: Randall MTs, Shiva, DSL
Post by: Twinfan on August 16, 2006, 09:02:19 PM

Have you tried a Laney GH50L?  I use one in my AC/DC tribute band and it does the cleaner side of stuff great, plus with the extra footswitchable tube does hihg gain stuff as well.  I sold my Marshall for it and I'll never go back.

Title: Randall MTs, Shiva, DSL
Post by: hunter on August 16, 2006, 10:57:13 PM

Dude, if you live in LA, you should give the Bogner guys a call.
http://www.bogneramplification.com/

They are in North Hollywood and are very nice guys.

Reinhold Bogner has started with modding Marshalls, I'm sure he can either get your JCM800 to scream or give you some nice new amp (Shiva, Ueberschall, XTC). I think you will like the Shiva coming from a JCM800.

Being from the US, you also have the great opportunity to test a Splawn, they might be right for you http://www.splawnguitars.com

Title: Randall MTs, Shiva, DSL
Post by: keano on August 17, 2006, 12:04:24 AM

Yeah I was looknig at Splawn also as well as modding my JCM Voodoo style.

Title: Randall MTs, Shiva, DSL
Post by: maliciousteve on August 17, 2006, 05:22:08 PM

Hands down, Laney VH100R. It's like a Marshall, Fender and more all in one. Fender cleans, Marshall growl (with less fizz) and super smooth/clear lead tone.

Title: Randall MTs, Shiva, DSL
Post by: TwilightOdyssey on August 17, 2006, 05:31:31 PM

Quote from: maliciousteve

Hands down, Laney VH100R. It's like a Marshall, Fender and more all in one. Fender cleans, Marshall growl (with less fizz) and super smooth/clear lead tone.

There is no way that the Laney can compete with the Splawn when it comes to tone. I'm not saying it's not a decent amp, because it is. But for a US resident, the Splawn is a no-brainer.

Title: Randall MTs, Shiva, DSL
Post by: Davey on August 17, 2006, 05:53:49 PM

i'd go for the quick rod if i was in the states and had the money..

since i dont have that kind of money and dont live in the states, i'm buying a GH50L

Title: Randall MTs, Shiva, DSL
Post by: Johnny Mac on August 17, 2006, 06:41:02 PM

Don't forget to check out www.koch-amps.com


 PDT_002

Title: Randall MTs, Shiva, DSL
Post by: maliciousteve on August 18, 2006, 12:35:04 AM

Quote from: TwilightOdyssey

Quote from: maliciousteve

Hands down, Laney VH100R. It's like a Marshall, Fender and more all in one. Fender cleans, Marshall growl (with less fizz) and super smooth/clear lead tone.

There is no way that the Laney can compete with the Splawn when it comes to tone. I'm not saying it's not a decent amp, because it is. But for a US resident, the Splawn is a no-brainer.

unfortunatly i've never had the chance to sit in front of one, though i would love to try one out