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Nothing wrong with that.
+1 I have the same set up - it sounds great on ch3 for soloing - with the TS set voume up drive 0
Anyone using an OD with their MV?
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+1 I have the same set up - it sounds great on ch3 for soloing - with the TS set voume up drive 0
One thing I like about the Mark V is that it doesn't ever "require" an OD, unlike the Triple Rectifier I used to own. You can dial in some pretty brutal sounds with the amp alone.
I did try the TS9 in front of the Mark V though, just to see how it worked out. It made the highs unbearable. I'm sure I could have EQ'd that out, but, I didn't bother to. I'd just rather not use the OD. And since the MV has a Solo boost switch already, I could pretty much toss the TS9 aside for good.
Another surprising thing with the MV is that it sounds brilliant with a guitar equipped with EMG's. I normally hate EMG's, but the MV handles them brilliantly.
I did try the TS9 in front of the Mark V though, just to see how it worked out. It made the highs unbearable. I'm sure I could have EQ'd that out, but, I didn't bother to. I'd just rather not use the OD. And since the MV has a Solo boost switch already, I could pretty much toss the TS9 aside for good.
Another surprising thing with the MV is that it sounds brilliant with a guitar equipped with EMG's. I normally hate EMG's, but the MV handles them brilliantly.
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jam3v said:
This is certainly true. I don't use the OD pedal to dial in brutal tones. I use it on the clean channel and in CH2 to get some tones the amp can't do natively.
I ended up trading the AC Booster for a BB Preamp Plus. The AC Booster sounded TERRIBLE! I was very surprised at how much I disliked this pedal. The BB+ is a much better sounding pedal. I just put some EL34s in my Mark V and it sounds better overall and now the BB Preamp sounds even better!
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Fronzil said:
Well, oddly enough........ after messing with it last night, i've come to the conclusion that even the BB+ is not needed with the Mark V. It is now for sale. The only other pedals I want to try is an OCD and a modded TS9. If neither of those 'do it' for me then it's official that I do not need an OD of any kind!
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MusicManJP6 said:
I just got an AC+ overdrive and I really like it. Plenty of flexibility and sustain. Plenty of grunge too, if that's what you want. Let us know what you think.
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Jim Ed Love said:
I didn't like the AC booster AT ALL!
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MusicManJP6 said:
I don't have the Booster, I have the AC + plus. Which is two overdrive pedals in one. This pedal works well with my setup. Definitely better than a TS9.
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Glad you like it. If the AC+ is like the BB+ then the standard version of the pedal is in there along with an added boost channel.
I use a Keeley modded tube screamer in Ch 2 "Crunch" mode only. Love the way it pushes the front end of the amp to give it that mid range in your face punch. Perfect for 80's hard rock sound... I have found using it in Ch 2 crunch, 45 watt, tube rectifier, variac setting it can give you the perfect "Brown" sound very close to some vintage V.H. tones. About as close as I can get without using a modified marshall.
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I'm now using a Fulltone OCD v4 and it is a keeper...
MusicMan, can you do us all a favor and keep a journal that chronicles all of you gear swapping and what was good and bad about it?
I know you've gone though lots of gear, amps, pedals in the last few years and probably have a lot of good knowledge. (but you have kept the same guitar so there is a constant and control)
what are you doing with the OCD? ch1 / ch2 boost?
perhaps did you find a dog man or "king's X album" tone?
I know you've gone though lots of gear, amps, pedals in the last few years and probably have a lot of good knowledge. (but you have kept the same guitar so there is a constant and control)
what are you doing with the OCD? ch1 / ch2 boost?
perhaps did you find a dog man or "king's X album" tone?
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I am using the OCD as a boost for all channels. Breakup for CH1, more compression and sharper attack for CH2 and CH3 - all with same settings.
I have seen a decent amount of gear over the past three years. I cannot deny that! But, I don't chase album tones - I know better! Too much post processing for those tones to be a realistic goal. I just use my ears and follow the tone in my head. I do lots of research before making a purchase. I am limited in my gear acquisition funds so I have to make sure all my gear is as versatile as possible and each piece has it's place/use for my style of playing and taste in tone. I like to keep one simple rig at my disposal with a few nice guitars as well. My Peavey has been my main axe for 15+ years, but it has taken a backseat many times since the JP and PRS came along. I still rotate all of them evenly. I think I've finally put together a very simple, versatile, cost effective rig that will keep me happy for years to come. Even if my tone tastes change the tone in my head is just a mode switch, gain knob, and EQ setting away. Gotta give it up for the Mark V's ability to cop so many convincing tones!
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I swapped out my Red Witch overdrive for an Xotic AC+ overdrive. The AC+ has two channels and is smoother than the Red Witch. I like to use overdrive with my setup, but not for everything.
I'm surprised nobody is posting what pickups you are using. I'd say that has the biggest impact on which OD pushes your amp to what level.
I remember using my Schecter with a Dimarzio Super Distortion into the clean channel...no chance of getting something really clean. Now with my EBMM Silhouette (Dimarzio 36th Anniversary PAF Bridge), I get great cleans and good push with a TS9DX (+ setting).
I remember using my Schecter with a Dimarzio Super Distortion into the clean channel...no chance of getting something really clean. Now with my EBMM Silhouette (Dimarzio 36th Anniversary PAF Bridge), I get great cleans and good push with a TS9DX (+ setting).
Best Dumble style overdrive for a fat clean channel (such as FAT mode) that I know of.
I'm selling a new one (I have 2) if you are interested.
http://www.fuchsaudiotechnology.com/products-plush-detail.php?id=plush_drive&cat=4
I'm selling a new one (I have 2) if you are interested.
http://www.fuchsaudiotechnology.com/products-plush-detail.php?id=plush_drive&cat=4
Like mentioned before I use the Maxon OD-808.
It has the most effect with my Les Paul Classic, with stock pups.
I found that I don't really need it with my EMG81 equipped axe (81 H-S-S) (for rythm). Although the bass isn't as tight as I would like, without the OD. But that'll probably be gone with more knobtweaking on the amp;
EMG81 single coil, neck posistion = AWESOME cleans!! I'd say better than the les paul.
It has the most effect with my Les Paul Classic, with stock pups.
I found that I don't really need it with my EMG81 equipped axe (81 H-S-S) (for rythm). Although the bass isn't as tight as I would like, without the OD. But that'll probably be gone with more knobtweaking on the amp;
EMG81 single coil, neck posistion = AWESOME cleans!! I'd say better than the les paul.
