Recent content by ncdb07

This is possibly a stupid question. I have been silently waiting for someone else to ask but it hasn't come up in any of the discussions. The JP2C is supposed to be a reissue with John Petrucci's suggestions for a better modern version. I have no complaints with it at all. It sounds and plays...

Hi - can you share the settings you are currently using on the amp? Also what type of sound are you hoping to achieve? The cabinet will make a difference but would not make the JP2C sound weak. Have you tried the sample settings in the manual? With the amp on are all the tubes lit up? I...

For anyone still checking this thread; I somehow fried my Presonus Eq3b. Currently debugging it. In the meantime I obtained a Rane PE-15 to take its place. There is nothing wrong with the Rane, but there is something special about the Presonus. They are definitely different units. With the...

I forget what the "d" stands for, but "r" is for reverb, "g" is for graphic eq, and lc is for long chassis. Hope this helps!

No problem! Definitely keep us updated here! I only know what I know because I replaced all the capacitors in my mark III myself, so I spent a fair amount of time inside it. It would be rare to buy a 20+ year old amp without somebody modding or replacing something inside it. The 4 resistors on...

Hi - sort of hesitant to reply. I have a limited bit of knowledge compared to most of the guys here. Some may be on vacation right now as its spring break for some. You may want to send these pics to Mesa along with the serial number for their advice. Now on to what little help I can give. I...

Thanks for the pic! If you have more info on settings or more pics from this era please share with us! I wasn't aware Kirk ever used a Mark IV. Thanks, ncdb07 Daniel

I am definitely no 2c+ expert but I don't think it is the export transformer. Zooming in it looks like it says 106 where the 105 should be. Hopefully some of the real 2c+ experts will be along shortly.

The Mark IV will get you pretty close right out of the box. You will still need a decent parametric eq to get the extra scoop. I also think a bbe sonic maximizer to sweeten the sound would help. I also think mixing speakers like classic lead 80's with vintage 30's would help. I would also look...

Any of your choices will get you in the ballpark. We need more specifics as to what sound you want to achieve. Also, how much versatility are you looking for? The rack setup will be a little harder to carry around than a head. The mark III depending on how you set it up will give an either...

The IIIC+ mod just smoothed out the high end. I don't think I lost or gained any gain. I will definitely check out your clips when you upload them. Don't forget to check out Flemming Rasmussen's notes from recording Master of Puppets / And Justice For ALL ...

I paid $55 plus $12 for shipping for the eq on ebay. There is a guy selling brand new in the box ones for $76 plus shipping here http://www.ebay.com/itm/Presonus-EQ3B-Parametric-EQ-NEW-/261170037449?pt=US_Signal_Processors_Rack_Effects&hash=item3ccef282c9 My III compared to the IV that is a...

OK. the 1st two videos are or should be easy to dial in. The guitars are tuned really low. The 1st video the guy says he is in B. The second sounds the same only tighter do to it being a mark series amp. The effect of tuning this low alone should get you close to this sound. Next, both videos...

Ok, the Presonus eq finally came in today! I cannot describe how happy I am with it. If you are looking for The Black Album tone, this is it! Use the settings shown from tour photos with the graphic eq on the amp set up in an M shape and use the settings for the parametric eq from the Master of...

Hi - I don't post often but thought I would give you a quick answer. What you are looking for is a Parametric EQ. It is a more precise eq that allows you to dial in the exact frequency you are looking for, adjust the width of that curve from narrow to wide, and either cut or boost that...