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Published on 12/01/10 at 10:38
Solid-state 130W amp
7-band graphic equalizer
1 DI output
Compressor
1 15" Celestion speaker plugged via jack into the head, which has only one 4-Ohm jack output.
1 switchable jack input for active/passive basses
UTILIZATION
I bought this amp without user's manual, so I can't say anything in that respect.
The amp is relatively easy to use, the hardest part was using the graphic EQ. The effect of the EQ can be increased or reduced with a pot. The amp also features gain and output volume controls, as well as other options, like the compressor. The interface is simple but it allows you to do lots of things! I really like it!
SOUNDS
As soon as I heard it, I fell in love ─ I simply love brilliant/twangy sounds. You can get a very round and deep sound with this amp but, if you ask me, it's a waste!
I love to play funky lines despite the fact that I play in a stoner band and this amp is absolutely incredible for twangy sounds and slap. I'm able to have a deep sound that is brilliant and twangy. I also play with an EBS compressor before, which really takes sound into another dimension (in terms of depth/clarity)
Short note: I took out the head to use it as a standalone head with a 4x10" Ashdown cabinet. The 15" speaker sounded too round, in my opinion, but that's a matter of taste. I nevertheless played a lot of concerts with the 15" as combo and it sounded pretty well.
I also play with an X-tortion for guitar (it's a real power horse but I ought to get an MXR El Grande Bass Fuzz to complete my gear) and it works fine, but I think the compressor behind it improves lots of things.
OVERALL OPINION
I've had this amp for quite some time now and I have recently modified the setup by removing the head, but I don't regret my purchase in the slightest. This amp is really worth it if you love to slap and play the strings hard!
Furthermore, it's very sturdy! I have taken it with me quite a bit without flight case. The grille is intact and the housing is in excellent condition (only the corners and handles are a bit run-down) with a bit of rust and cracks, but my combo is 15 or 20 years old and it is still really sturdy. It was made in the UK, but I don't know if it is still manufactured and if the more recent versions are as good in terms of manufacturing/finish/sturdiness.
To wrap it up, it's very, very good gear. You can go for it with your eyes closed if you find it secondhand, because the prices of new Trace Elliot gear are pretty high.
7-band graphic equalizer
1 DI output
Compressor
1 15" Celestion speaker plugged via jack into the head, which has only one 4-Ohm jack output.
1 switchable jack input for active/passive basses
UTILIZATION
I bought this amp without user's manual, so I can't say anything in that respect.
The amp is relatively easy to use, the hardest part was using the graphic EQ. The effect of the EQ can be increased or reduced with a pot. The amp also features gain and output volume controls, as well as other options, like the compressor. The interface is simple but it allows you to do lots of things! I really like it!
SOUNDS
As soon as I heard it, I fell in love ─ I simply love brilliant/twangy sounds. You can get a very round and deep sound with this amp but, if you ask me, it's a waste!
I love to play funky lines despite the fact that I play in a stoner band and this amp is absolutely incredible for twangy sounds and slap. I'm able to have a deep sound that is brilliant and twangy. I also play with an EBS compressor before, which really takes sound into another dimension (in terms of depth/clarity)
Short note: I took out the head to use it as a standalone head with a 4x10" Ashdown cabinet. The 15" speaker sounded too round, in my opinion, but that's a matter of taste. I nevertheless played a lot of concerts with the 15" as combo and it sounded pretty well.
I also play with an X-tortion for guitar (it's a real power horse but I ought to get an MXR El Grande Bass Fuzz to complete my gear) and it works fine, but I think the compressor behind it improves lots of things.
OVERALL OPINION
I've had this amp for quite some time now and I have recently modified the setup by removing the head, but I don't regret my purchase in the slightest. This amp is really worth it if you love to slap and play the strings hard!
Furthermore, it's very sturdy! I have taken it with me quite a bit without flight case. The grille is intact and the housing is in excellent condition (only the corners and handles are a bit run-down) with a bit of rust and cracks, but my combo is 15 or 20 years old and it is still really sturdy. It was made in the UK, but I don't know if it is still manufactured and if the more recent versions are as good in terms of manufacturing/finish/sturdiness.
To wrap it up, it's very, very good gear. You can go for it with your eyes closed if you find it secondhand, because the prices of new Trace Elliot gear are pretty high.