Mark IV + JMP-1 + DD-20 stereo hookup question

[ToneAddictJon]

You would have to run the satellite send to another power amp to get the stereo sounds. I really wish they would just make the Mark IV stereo, it has the returns just needs an external power amp.

 

[disassembled]

You would have to run the satellite send to another power amp to get the stereo sounds. I really wish they would just make the Mark IV stereo, it has the returns just needs an external power amp.

They do make a stereo mark iv.......it's called the 290. Honestly, the circuitry of the 290 is almost identical to the mark iv (minus some options like tweed, triode, and class A). I hated having a stereo power amp because you are burning all 8 power tubes no matter if you're playing at bedroom, small gig, or stadium levels.


Greg

 

[ToneAddictJon]

I meant giving the option of running the two inside tubes and the two outside tubes with seperate signals, instead of needing a seperate power amp, while still keeping the option of running them all together. Basically a mono/stereo switch that activates the stereo return or defeats it and splits the signal.

 

[disassembled]

I meant giving the option of running the two inside tubes and the two outside tubes with seperate signals, instead of needing a seperate power amp, while still keeping the option of running them all together. Basically a mono/stereo switch that activates the stereo return or defeats it and splits the signal.

That would add another tranny so my *lightweight* shorty head would be even HEAVIER. No thanks, but you can have it if you'd like Stereo isn't all it's cracked up to be for live sound especially if you're not playing large venues. But don't listen to me because this is coming from a guy that hates using effects

Getting a cheapy SS 1 space rack amp (ADA, Rocktron, etc) would probably give good results in conjunction with the Mark IV. The Mesa 20/20 would also be a lightweight all tube solution.



Greg