Recent content by civicbud

Don't worry too much about the cab actually. I used to sport an open back and a ported cab, both of which accentuated the already over-the-top Roadster lows. I'd actually rather have the Roadster 212 with the Roadster head. Tighter, and more controlled bass response with the V-30s. The...

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You could always control everything via a MIDI device, and also have all of your pedals going through it as well. Much more condensed. I hear that the GCX Switching System and Ground Control are awesome investments.

Honestly, go with an Orange PPC212. Much, much better cab. I have an Orange PPC 212 myself, as well as an Avatar Contemporary 212 (Orange knockoff) cabinet. To me, both sound identical. I got the Avatar as a cheaper option for larger shows, when I need the volume of 4x12s. I like the...

Hey, you know, I really don't know. I am curious as to what a 10 band EQ would do in a 4 channel amp though? Do you want more of a scooped sound, or more midrange? Let me know how it works, I read about the EQs often, but never really understood it. I like my Roadster as is, but who knows...

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Man, have you people heard SteveHubbard on YouTube? That guy rips and has some smokin' reviews. My question is, how the heck does he get his Single Rectifier to sound like that? My Roadster doesn't even come close to that sound! The Roadster definitely is smoother and darker. I love his...

These new updates look great, but I am leery to believe that the cleans will sound as good as the Roadster/Road King cleans. From a business standpoint, I just can't see it. I am sure they will sound world's better than the previous cleans, but I can't see them incorporating the Lonestar...

Hey, I had a similar problem weeks ago with my Roadster. My amp was purchased in February. I have played it at practice and shows very regularly, but just weeks ago it had problems with the effects loop and reverb. I took it to a Mesa repairman locally, and there it is still. I haven't heard...

Hey Rydock, great purchase! You shouldn't be disappointed at all. Post some pics when you get it in. You are right about the CL80's. If you want to tweak the sound, try a C90 with a V30. You can order one from Mesa. That is the mix/match that Mesa uses in the Road King cabs. Also, good...

Yeah man, after changing tubes I found out it was the reverb tank. I took it to a local Mesa repair shop and it is in the process of getting fixed. Should be covered under the warranty. The tech said that the spring reverb units in all amps are very flimsy by the nature of the design, and...

My last bit of advice is, if you are going to buy one, buy one now before January 1st. If you go to Avatar's website you will see a special promotion they are having for 212 Contemporary cabinets -- 212 cab, loaded with V30s, 8 ohms (same rating as most Mesa cabs), in either black or orange...

Don't forget, two V30s will be rated at a total of 120 watts because BOTH speakers are individually rated for a maximum of 60 watts. When you mismatch speakers like you are proposing with a H30 and V30, your total will be 60 watts because the H30 is rated for a maximum of 30 watts. Your Dual...