Randall Amps (Need advice!)

Emperoff · 11-28-2006, 07:05 PM

Damn, I forgot an "e" on the title, duh

There's a music shop near my city that is a Randall Dealer and offers awesome prices on them, so I can get them cheaper than any other amp over here, so I need some input.

Assuming that I want a half-stack, (I'll pick a Randall cab as well) I'm VERY tempted by the G3 heads, that (I suppose) will sound much better than my Spider II. The V2 and RM (modular) series are a bit pricey, but I still consider them.

Any input is welcome

And BTW, please don't start throwing shit each other if you have different opinions, I wouldn't like to see this thread closed like the ENGl one

D-EJ915 · 11-28-2006, 07:08 PM

The G3 heads are supposed to have so much bass that it's ridiculous, just keep that in mind, lol. That being said, I really want a V2.

777 · 11-28-2006, 07:14 PM

i played a g3 head a week ago hated it there was no wamth atall that dosent mean it was full of treble it was just too mids based no sustain really it sounded almost EXACTLY like lamb of gods redneck tone except with not enough gain

Shannon · 11-28-2006, 07:18 PM

The RH300 G3 and the V2 sound like they'd just crush. About a month ago, I read, literally, hundreds of reviews on them because I was trying to decide between them. If you want all the bells and whistles, go for the V2. If you need a simple 2-channel setup, go with the RH300.

Go to www.randallamplifiers.com & download the amp manuals. There's lots of good info there.

Emperoff · 11-28-2006, 07:28 PM

I have a friend who has an V2 and says is freaking awesome; I find it a bit pricey for my budget, though. Also, the V2 has three tubes on it instead of one like the g3 series. I assue the V2 will sound much better, but I don't know

Which cab should I buy, too?

skinhead · 11-28-2006, 11:59 PM

Emperoff try G3 300 watts one and the V2.

I think that the ss sound really good, but V2 with that tubes it's going to sound better.

Try them both, and say me how many it's about ($$$) the G3 300 and the V2.

Saludos!

HighGain510 · 11-30-2006, 10:54 AM

The modular stuff is cool, however if you're going to spend the coin save up and buy the Egnater stuff like I did. I have owned the Randall RM4 (rack-mounted preamp, paired it with a VHT 2/50/2 in a rack and sounded pretty nice), RM50HB and RM100 heads as well as the Egnater Dual Channel M4 and MOD50 head. The Egnater stuff uses higher quality components than the Randall counterparts and I've heard that the MTS stuff from Randall (especially the RM100 it seems...) has had a lot of issues with blowing tubes and fuses, so keep that in mind. I've never had an issue with any of my gear so it's possible that it is just caused by people who don't take care of their gear!

The Egnater stuff sounds better to my ears, plus it is a bit more versatile with the Dual Channel preamp modules as the Randall stuff can only use the single-channel preamp modules. The other thing to keep in mind is that Bruce Egnater SUPPORTS his gear so if you have a problem he will help you get it fixed ASAP, Randall customer service is pretty bad....

They also know next-to-nothing about the MTS amps as they didn't design it, Bruce Egnater did. I have called them asking pretty straight-forward questions and they couldn't even answer them so I had to call up Bruce and he helped me out even though I didn't have the Egnater version of his amps. If you're looking for more info on the MTS stuff visit the forum (www.mtsforum.grailtone.com) and they have lots of info over there. The other amps from Randall look interesting though, I've heard the V2 was a pretty cool amp too from friends who tried it out at NAMM. Good luck with the search bro!

Stitch · 11-30-2006, 05:47 PM

Get a RMS125 cab (2x12 1x15 - looks metal as fuck) and use the money you saved for a head on a used on a Randall Cyclone head s/h (they don't make them anymore). The first gig i ever played with my 7 was with one and i have yet to ever, ever hear anything as tight, defined, articulate and crushing as it.

Emperoff · 11-30-2006, 08:31 PM

Woah, thanks HighGain510! That was a very informative post

Egnater does make amps or just the modules? I remember reading that Egnater modules doesn't work for amps with more than one channel...

D-EJ915 · 11-30-2006, 08:51 PM

egnater's site: http://egnater.com/

here's 3 clips of my RG75G2: Distortion2 @9 oclock Distortion2 cranked all the way up Distortion1 @9 oclock

11-28-2006, 07:05 PM	#1
Emperoff Heavier than hell! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Spain Posts: 1,568 Real Name: David Main Seven: Agile Interceptor Pro 25 Rig: BMod > Laney VH100R Thanked: 11	Randall Amps (Need advice!) Damn, I forgot an "e" on the title, duh There's a music shop near my city that is a Randall Dealer and offers awesome prices on them, so I can get them cheaper than any other amp over here, so I need some input. Assuming that I want a half-stack, (I'll pick a Randall cab as well) I'm VERY tempted by the G3 heads, that (I suppose) will sound much better than my Spider II. The V2 and RM (modular) series are a bit pricey, but I still consider them. Any input is welcome And BTW, please don't start throwing shit each other if you have different opinions, I wouldn't like to see this thread closed like the ENGl one

11-28-2006, 07:08 PM	#2
D-EJ915 <3's Tsukasa Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Virginia, USA Posts: 16,925 Real Name: Kagami Main Seven: ESP MH-307 Rig: Randall RG75G2C Thanked: 206	The G3 heads are supposed to have so much bass that it's ridiculous, just keep that in mind, lol. That being said, I really want a V2. My Site: əBCAir

11-28-2006, 07:14 PM	#3
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11-28-2006, 07:18 PM	#4
Shannon Lovely Dita... • Super Moderator • Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: W. Seattle, WA Posts: 8,021 Real Name: Shannon Main Seven: Ibanez UV7PWH Rig: Digitech GSP1101 Thanked: 88	The RH300 G3 and the V2 sound like they'd just crush. About a month ago, I read, literally, hundreds of reviews on them because I was trying to decide between them. If you want all the bells and whistles, go for the V2. If you need a simple 2-channel setup, go with the RH300. Go to www.randallamplifiers.com & download the amp manuals. There's lots of good info there. Your personal hero! : MG.org

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11-28-2006, 07:28 PM	#5
Emperoff Heavier than hell! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Spain Posts: 1,568 Real Name: David Main Seven: Agile Interceptor Pro 25 Rig: BMod > Laney VH100R Thanked: 11	I have a friend who has an V2 and says is freaking awesome; I find it a bit pricey for my budget, though. Also, the V2 has three tubes on it instead of one like the g3 series. I assue the V2 will sound much better, but I don't know Which cab should I buy, too?

11-30-2006, 10:54 AM	#7
HighGain510 Cold As Ice Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 6,927 Real Name: Matt Main Seven: Carvin 727 Thanked: 99	The modular stuff is cool, however if you're going to spend the coin save up and buy the Egnater stuff like I did. I have owned the Randall RM4 (rack-mounted preamp, paired it with a VHT 2/50/2 in a rack and sounded pretty nice), RM50HB and RM100 heads as well as the Egnater Dual Channel M4 and MOD50 head. The Egnater stuff uses higher quality components than the Randall counterparts and I've heard that the MTS stuff from Randall (especially the RM100 it seems...) has had a lot of issues with blowing tubes and fuses, so keep that in mind. I've never had an issue with any of my gear so it's possible that it is just caused by people who don't take care of their gear! The Egnater stuff sounds better to my ears, plus it is a bit more versatile with the Dual Channel preamp modules as the Randall stuff can only use the single-channel preamp modules. The other thing to keep in mind is that Bruce Egnater SUPPORTS his gear so if you have a problem he will help you get it fixed ASAP, Randall customer service is pretty bad.... They also know next-to-nothing about the MTS amps as they didn't design it, Bruce Egnater did. I have called them asking pretty straight-forward questions and they couldn't even answer them so I had to call up Bruce and he helped me out even though I didn't have the Egnater version of his amps. If you're looking for more info on the MTS stuff visit the forum (www.mtsforum.grailtone.com) and they have lots of info over there. The other amps from Randall look interesting though, I've heard the V2 was a pretty cool amp too from friends who tried it out at NAMM. Good luck with the search bro!

11-30-2006, 05:47 PM	#8
Stitch Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Edinburgh, Scotland Posts: 7,229 Real Name: Simon Main Seven: Ibanez RG7420 & S7420FMTW Main ERG: Orion OG8 Rig: Peavey 6505 Thanked: 112	Get a RMS125 cab (2x12 1x15 - looks metal as fuck) and use the money you saved for a head on a used on a Randall Cyclone head s/h (they don't make them anymore). The first gig i ever played with my 7 was with one and i have yet to ever, ever hear anything as tight, defined, articulate and crushing as it.

11-30-2006, 08:31 PM	#9
Emperoff Heavier than hell! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Spain Posts: 1,568 Real Name: David Main Seven: Agile Interceptor Pro 25 Rig: BMod > Laney VH100R Thanked: 11	Woah, thanks HighGain510! That was a very informative post Egnater does make amps or just the modules? I remember reading that Egnater modules doesn't work for amps with more than one channel...

11-30-2006, 08:51 PM	#10
D-EJ915 <3's Tsukasa Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Virginia, USA Posts: 16,925 Real Name: Kagami Main Seven: ESP MH-307 Rig: Randall RG75G2C Thanked: 206	egnater's site: http://egnater.com/ here's 3 clips of my RG75G2: Distortion2 @9 oclock Distortion2 cranked all the way up Distortion1 @9 oclock

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