Mark V:25 + Attenuator

[RoadDog]

Hey all,

Has anyone used an attenuator (or specifically the Rivera Rock Crusher) with a Mark V:25? I can turn my master volume up to about ~9:00 depending on the channel and it does sound good - but I am wondering if I should invest in an attenuator so that I can really drive those power tubes.

I can handle the ~9:00 volume and wonder if it would sound much better at the same volume but with the knob turned up to 12:00 or so with a good attenuator - like would it sound $500 better?

I searched on this topic but couldn't find an exact match of the Mark V:25 + Rivera Rock Crusher.
Thanks in advance for your comments.
Pete

 

[jmontgomery]

I haven't tried the Rockcrusher but when I'm playing my Mark V35 at low volumes I play through an attenuator. I personally think my amp sounds better with the master volumes above 9:00. I've used both an SPL Reducer and recently bought the Powerstation. If your just looking to attenuate, the SPL Reducer sounded the same as the Powerstation to my ears.
Shoot me a PM if you think your interested in a SPL.

 

[RoadDog]

Hey thanks,

I was considering the PowerStation and the Rock Crusher mainly. Sounds like you are satisfied with the PS?

 

[jmontgomery]

Yes I'm totally satisfied with both. For knocking the volume down they both work great but the PS gives you many more options.

 

[green_henry]

Yeow, that's some serious coin! What advantages do those units have over a much less expensive Weber unit? https://www.tedweber.com/gadgets/attenuators