What pre amp tubes for smooth lead in mark III

[AustinK]

Hi I am finding that my mark III is a little fizzy. What preamp tubes will smooth it out to get a real fluid smooth lead tone? But also not loose distortion/overdrive.
Currently i have all mesa 12ax7s
Thanks

 

[JOEY B.]

To dial out the fizz, try pushing in the Vol 1, and Lead Master knobs. If you need to make up any lost gain, turn up the lead drive and adjust EQ as needed.

 

[MrMarkIII]

NOS Mullard 12AX7s in V1 and V3.
V1 is closest to the input. Then V2, V3, etc.
I find them on eBay for $15-$20 all the time.
Sometimes they are branded for other users, like manufacturers such as Rogers or Daystrom.
I agree, go easy on the Bright switches and Presence.

 

[phyrexia]

i think the JAN philips 5751 changed the sound of my amp a good bit. i use it in the phase inverter position.

 

[AustinK]

thanks guys

 

[edward]

Sans fizz in a MKIII, easy:

1. NOS Mullard CV4024 (12at7s) in V2, V3, and PI.
2. NOS Mullard ax7 (or also good is the Tung-sol RI) in the V1
3. Keep the Pres off or low.

Edward

 

[Boogie Woogie Man]

I put JJ's all through and keep the presence down, sounds fantastic.