Recent content by Derekdfarrington

Hi y’all, I have a Mesa Studio Preamp. I had a quick FX switch question. I’m using the main output on the back with nothing running through the FX loop. What is the correct position for the FX switch in this situation? I notice that when I toggle there is a difference in volume (duh) but also...

So I did some digging and it looks like preamp tubes don’t need to be biased....newbie here my bad. So if the tubes don’t need to be broken in why don’t they sound anywhere as good? I know tubes sound different, but it’s like night and day.

Hi there, I just replaced the old tubes in my studio preamp with new jj tubes. The old set were old sovtek tubes. I compared the before and after and must say it was obvious the sovteks sounded better. Less noise, no bloated low end and no harshness, all of which the JJs had. I was wondering if...

I’m currently using a Suhr reactive IR. So I’m good as far as an impulse loader goes, don’t need cab clone or torpedo captor. Just looking for the best power amp to pair with the Mesa studio preamp. There isn’t a lot of information or videos Ive found comparing them that were helpful so I’m...

Yea, that’s what I’ve heard. I’m looking at the stereo 2:50 power amp. How’s the sound quality for that compared to the 50/50?

I’ve been looking at those, how is the stereo 2:50? Would that get me where I want as well?

I’m using it for recording and home studio stuff. I’m just looking for something tight and clear, just good overall tone. I’m new to the separate power amp thing so just a good quick solution that will satisfy the average guy.

Hey folks, Newbie to the forum and Mesa. Recently got a studio preamp and it sounds great. However I think it would sound better through a better power amp than my DSL40 or Peavey VTM120. What are the best suggestions? Budget isn’t a a problem, I want good hard rock/metal tones. If there are...

Hey folks, Newbie to the forum and Mesa. Recently got a studio preamp and it sounds great. However I think it would sound better through a better power amp than my DSL40 or Peavey VTM120. What are the best suggestions? Budget isn’t a a problem, I want good hard rock/metal tones. If there are...