Well im set on the guitar (i think), now the amp....

[Roobubba]

Best way I found to get easy money is to do a degree in chemistry, do a PhD in pharmacology and chemistry, then get a job in research.

If I was really clever, I'd have trained to become a plumber :(

There's no such thing as "easy money". Get a part-time job and earn it, and give up the pipe-dreams of winning millions or scamming some online gaming site. Besides, it's more rewarding to buy something with money you had to work for, at least in my experience that's true.

Roo

[WezV]

If I was really clever, I'd have trained to become a plumber :(

thats how i feel most days!!

[varkunus]

no ive had part time jobs, but i have extreme food hypersensativity (and allergy) and most of the jobs round here are in catering and restaurants. So im buggered, i might apply to a music shop, or maybe even a garden centre. Any of you guys got any ideas for part time job, and dont say wash cars, mow lawns because ive thought of them. Something sensible which might tie in with school

[noodleplugerine]

Firstly.

Steer clear of the Single Rectifier. Its really not a very good amp, many other amps in the price range are far superior. Anything from the ENGL camp is an improvement, even the Peavey JSX etc, are better. - All my opinion ofcourse.

All the Engl amps are good - But seriously dude, don't rush too fast, and don't gamble all your cash just to buy an amp...

[varkunus]

yeah thanks for the advice thats why im researching really early, so i dont make a rushed disition. And as my music tastes cycle like the do over about 1 year, goes from blues, metal, rock, dance, jazz. Most things really i can see what sounds i need to archieve. But the thing my amp lacks is that really big low end, although i still dont know how the ENGL copes with vintage rock tones.

Also crimes of passion what pickups you using?

[Simon D]

Firstly.

Steer clear of the Single Rectifier. Its really not a very good amp, many other amps in the price range are far superior. Anything from the ENGL camp is an improvement, even the Peavey JSX etc, are better. - All my opinion ofcourse.

All the Engl amps are good - But seriously dude, don't rush too fast, and don't gamble all your cash just to buy an amp...

Not looking for a fight here - this is a genuine question: have you tried a Single Rectifier?

I ask because I played one a couple of months ago, and I was very impressed. I found it very responsive and versatile - plenty of very varied tones on tap and certainly not a one trick pony. It was definitely not short on low end, and could do vintage rock very nicely, particularly if the guitar's volume pot was employed.

I couldn't agree more with the advice not to rush (or gamble) though.

[varkunus]

yeah. Do any of you guys know any shops that stock ENGL near south hamptom, ports, bournemouth way? I knew i heard someone brought a screamer combo from somewhere in southhamptom, any shops? I live on the isle of wight so its a pain in the back side.

And about the ENGL vintage rock tone

http://youtube.com/watch?v=kxled2GeX-U i think this sounded decent.
What about SRV sounds, and mild overdrive

[noodleplugerine]

Firstly.

Steer clear of the Single Rectifier. Its really not a very good amp, many other amps in the price range are far superior. Anything from the ENGL camp is an improvement, even the Peavey JSX etc, are better. - All my opinion ofcourse.

All the Engl amps are good - But seriously dude, don't rush too fast, and don't gamble all your cash just to buy an amp...

Not looking for a fight here - this is a genuine question: have you tried a Single Rectifier?

I ask because I played one a couple of months ago, and I was very impressed. I found it very responsive and versatile - plenty of very varied tones on tap and certainly not a one trick pony. It was definitely not short on low end, and could do vintage rock very nicely, particularly if the guitar's volume pot was employed.

I couldn't agree more with the advice not to rush (or gamble) though.

I've played all the recent Mesas except for the Stiletto and the Lonestar series I think.

The step from a single rec and a double rec is huge - I really don't like the Single Rectifiers - I think they're overpriced garbage to be frank.

[varkunus]

so what about the double rectos, although there alot more expensive than the engls

[noodleplugerine]

so what about the double rectos, although there alot more expensive than the engls

Different sound to the ENGLs, but as good as them I guess. Personally not a huge fan of the rectifier's thick wet sound, but it works for alot of people.

Regarding price - Its no >better< than an engl in terms of sound, so you would have to REALLY like the Mesa sound to justify the price tag.

[varkunus]

hhhm, in sound clips on tube and stuff the mesa sounded more concise. So i dont know if this would mean a better vintage tone, although i did prefer the ENGLs heavy sound. But i need an amp which can do vintage aswell, aswell as nice smooth overdrive

[Simon D]

so what about the double rectos, although there alot more expensive than the engls

Different sound to the ENGLs, but as good as them I guess. Personally not a huge fan of the rectifier's thick wet sound, but it works for alot of people.

Regarding price - Its no >better< than an engl in terms of sound, so you would have to REALLY like the Mesa sound to justify the price tag.

It depends what works for you. The Mesa Dual Recto has a massive thick sound, and has 2 modes on the clean channel, and 3 on the 2 gain channels, which mean versatility is pretty expansive. If you want a slightly crisper, more British sound, you can swap out the 6L6 power tubes for EL34s. If, like me, you like a big, thick tone, they are worth looking at.
Engls, to my ears, sound  very tight, crisp and powerful, especially on the heavy stuff, but I've only ever heard them played (first hand), not played one myself, so couldn't realy comment on how easy they are to tweak to what you want.

[varkunus]

my main concern is still whether it will get that vintage overdriven sound

[Roobubba]

My answer is still the same: You've GOT to try them in a shop. Get your hands wet! Well, not literally wet, that could cause problems... but you get the idea. Get in there *WHEN YOU HAVE GOT YOUR GUITAR* and hear what it sounds like in person!!

Roo

[varkunus]

yeah but as i said i live on the island and each ferry trip is £40 :P thats why im trying to get opinions way in advance, and could you guys recommend other amps that i might missed out