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Sdrizis89 · 05-02-2012, 08:44 PM

I have a marshall jcm 900 dual reverb model 4100 head with a jackson USA soloist (mahogany) with a crunch lab/liquifire combo. Im looking to put either a tube screamer or some type of overdrive in front to boost the amp. Im looking for a more modern sound. Hopefully i can make it happen. Please recommend me a pedal well suited for my amp and guitar. Thinking of the maxon 0d808 or one of the ibanez tube screamers. Any input is greatly appreciated.

asilayamazing · 05-02-2012, 08:47 PM

get a mxr classic overdrive its cheap its a TS clone. BUT has a built in switch inside to switch to zakk wylde overdrive for more modern OD. can add a toggle switch outside(2$) simple mod=2 OD's for 40$ one pedal!

broj15 · 05-02-2012, 08:49 PM

Maxon od808 hands down.

asilayamazing · 05-02-2012, 08:51 PM

or get a "tonelok" ibanez ts-7 and its a one resistor change to ts808 specs

for 1/2 the price!

EDIT: word haha ts-7 the 5 sucks.

CYBERSYN · 05-02-2012, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by asilayamazing

or get a "tonelok" ibanez TS-7 and its a one resistor change to ts808 specs

for 1/2 the price!

Fixed

Sdrizis89 · 05-02-2012, 08:55 PM

any major differences with the wylde overdrive or maxon od808?

Sdrizis89 · 05-02-2012, 08:55 PM

op1e · 05-02-2012, 08:58 PM

I saw this recently and have been thinking of trying it. Thought I'd share, like the EQ options of it.
MXR M77 Custom Modified Badass Overdrive Guitar Effects Pedal | Musician's Friend

Sdrizis89 · 05-02-2012, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by op1e

I saw this recently and have been thinking of trying it. Thought I'd share, like the EQ options of it.
MXR M77 Custom Modified Badass Overdrive Guitar Effects Pedal | Musician's Friend

that is very interesting

ConnorGilks · 05-02-2012, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Sdrizis89

that is very interesting

It sounds amazing. I'm been itching to try it since the first demo went up on the Dunlop site.

broj15 · 05-02-2012, 09:36 PM

I can't comment on the difference between the mxr and the maxon, but when i demoed some od pedals I tried out a ibanez ts808 and a ts9 and the both had this shrill, percussive, "clanky" sound that i wasn't a fan of at all. It tightened up the low end just fine, but the maxon did the same thing without the harsh sound.

asilayamazing · 05-02-2012, 09:50 PM

pretty much same as adding a switch to mxr classic od, without cut/boost tho.

and the ts-9 and ts-808 is the same thing minus one diferrent value resistor IMO the 9 808 are way overpriced for a "shell" get ts-7 solder 2 wires u got ts808 or get a ts-7 and its a ts-9 minus the vintage shell.

traditional · 05-03-2012, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Sdrizis89

however the title was changed...AWESOME JOB..........

A mod changed it. It's in the forum rules NOT to post threads with all caps-lock titles. Calling out a mod on a decision is not a smart thing to do here.

Sdrizis89 · 05-03-2012, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by traditional

A mod changed it. It's in the forum rules NOT to post threads with all caps-lock titles. Calling out a mod on a decision is not a smart thing to do here.

lol i didn't know i couldnt use caps locks. I figured that was the reason though. On another note, plan on getting a OD pedal for my marshall this week! any more suggestions? Looking like a maxon0d808 at the moment.

Sdrizis89 · 05-03-2012, 09:16 AM

any more info on this mxr m77?

Sdrizis89 · 05-03-2012, 09:17 AM

Anyone using a mxr m77 as a boost for their amp? Im looking to buy a maxon od808 but saw this one and was wondering how well it could boost my jcm900 for a more modern metal tone. any info?

loktide · 05-03-2012, 09:36 AM

it' actually two resistor to mod the TS9. also, IIRC they're mainly altering the output buffer and don't have a really noticeable impact on sound.

personally, i'd go with a OD808. the input and output jacks on the ibanez tonelok series tend to get loose and the overall pedal construction leaves to be desired. if you'll be keeping the pedal always on and in a rack drawer it should be fine, though.

Sdrizis89 · 05-03-2012, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by loktide

it' actually two resistor to mod the TS9. also, IIRC they're mainly altering the output buffer and don't have a really noticeable impact on sound.

personally, i'd go with a OD808. the input and output jacks on the ibanez tonelok series tend to get loose and the overall pedal construction leaves to be desired. if you'll be keeping the pedal always on and in a rack drawer it should be fine, though.

Yeah id keep it always on just to boost the jcm900 for a modern tone. guess the od808 is my best choice. Im also looking for a new amp head but figured why not do this as well. Thanks for the info.

KAMI · 05-03-2012, 10:40 AM

I'm in the same boat as you; I thought I had decided to go for a hardwire cm-2 but, this pedal intrigues me

ExousRulez · 05-03-2012, 10:42 AM

Maxon OD-9 Pro+ Overdrive | Nine Series Effects

Maxon OD-820 Overdrive Pro | Vintage Series Effects

If you buy an OD pedal make sure you have a good noise gate as well.

Thrashmanzac · 05-03-2012, 10:45 AM

dont you have a thread about what would be best to boost your amp already man?

technomancer · 05-03-2012, 01:20 PM

Just a friendly warning, stop posting multiple threads on essentially the exact same topics

Sdrizis89 · 05-03-2012, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by technomancer

Just a friendly warning, stop posting multiple threads on essentially the exact same topics

well i was asking about info on a different pedal but i see what your saying. My apologies.

Sdrizis89 · 05-03-2012, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by ExousRulez

Maxon OD-9 Pro+ Overdrive | Nine Series Effects

Maxon OD-820 Overdrive Pro | Vintage Series Effects

If you buy an OD pedal make sure you have a good noise gate as well.

yeah, def going to look into getting a noise gate. Ive noticed alot of people use either boss ns-2 or isp noise gates.

asilayamazing · 05-03-2012, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by loktide

it' actually two resistor to mod the TS9.

I said ts-7...

i said ts-9 a ripoff.

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Originally Posted by Sdrizis89

yeah, def going to look into getting a noise gate. Ive noticed alot of people use either boss ns-2 or isp noise gates.

and the NS-2 is perfectly fine, its pretty much standard metal gear these days.

as long as you only use the OD as a boost ie. no gain NS-2 wayyy more than enough.

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05-02-2012, 08:44 PM	#1
Sdrizis89 SS.org Regular Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Queens, ny Posts: 193 Thanked: 2 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Boost Questions I have a marshall jcm 900 dual reverb model 4100 head with a jackson USA soloist (mahogany) with a crunch lab/liquifire combo. Im looking to put either a tube screamer or some type of overdrive in front to boost the amp. Im looking for a more modern sound. Hopefully i can make it happen. Please recommend me a pedal well suited for my amp and guitar. Thinking of the maxon 0d808 or one of the ibanez tube screamers. Any input is greatly appreciated.

05-02-2012, 08:47 PM	#2
asilayamazing SS.org Regular Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: washington Posts: 1,094 Thanked: 7 Feedback Score: 4 reviews	get a mxr classic overdrive its cheap its a TS clone. BUT has a built in switch inside to switch to zakk wylde overdrive for more modern OD. can add a toggle switch outside(2$) simple mod=2 OD's for 40$ one pedal! smooth transactions with: djpharoah, bob123, Sevenstringer, Jolo5150, kfiggy If you're gonna "Thank me" then Thank (post) me, or give rep "With the amount of flak I've been receiving lately, i may just keep this post to myself!"

05-02-2012, 08:49 PM	#3
broj15 SS.org Regular Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: The middle of a corn field, IN Posts: 1,443 Thanked: 9 Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Maxon od808 hands down. "At least Deathcore was heavy as shit when done right, this new stuff sounds like if meshuggah and taking back sunday had a homosexual he/she creature when bred together." -- Some dude on youtube

05-02-2012, 08:51 PM	#4
asilayamazing SS.org Regular Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: washington Posts: 1,094 Thanked: 7 Feedback Score: 4 reviews	or get a "tonelok" ibanez ts-7 and its a one resistor change to ts808 specs for 1/2 the price! EDIT: word haha ts-7 the 5 sucks. smooth transactions with: djpharoah, bob123, Sevenstringer, Jolo5150, kfiggy If you're gonna "Thank me" then Thank (post) me, or give rep "With the amount of flak I've been receiving lately, i may just keep this post to myself!"

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05-02-2012, 08:55 PM	#6
Sdrizis89 SS.org Regular Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Queens, ny Posts: 193 Thanked: 2 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	any major differences with the wylde overdrive or maxon od808?

05-02-2012, 08:58 PM	#8
op1e JCM 8150? Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Atwater, OH United States Posts: 1,260 Thanked: 12 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I saw this recently and have been thinking of trying it. Thought I'd share, like the EQ options of it. MXR M77 Custom Modified Badass Overdrive Guitar Effects Pedal \| Musician's Friend

05-02-2012, 09:36 PM	#11
broj15 SS.org Regular Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: The middle of a corn field, IN Posts: 1,443 Thanked: 9 Feedback Score: 3 reviews	I can't comment on the difference between the mxr and the maxon, but when i demoed some od pedals I tried out a ibanez ts808 and a ts9 and the both had this shrill, percussive, "clanky" sound that i wasn't a fan of at all. It tightened up the low end just fine, but the maxon did the same thing without the harsh sound. "At least Deathcore was heavy as shit when done right, this new stuff sounds like if meshuggah and taking back sunday had a homosexual he/she creature when bred together." -- Some dude on youtube

05-02-2012, 09:50 PM	#12
asilayamazing SS.org Regular Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: washington Posts: 1,094 Thanked: 7 Feedback Score: 4 reviews	pretty much same as adding a switch to mxr classic od, without cut/boost tho. and the ts-9 and ts-808 is the same thing minus one diferrent value resistor IMO the 9 808 are way overpriced for a "shell" get ts-7 solder 2 wires u got ts808 or get a ts-7 and its a ts-9 minus the vintage shell. smooth transactions with: djpharoah, bob123, Sevenstringer, Jolo5150, kfiggy If you're gonna "Thank me" then Thank (post) me, or give rep "With the amount of flak I've been receiving lately, i may just keep this post to myself!"

05-03-2012, 09:16 AM	#15
Sdrizis89 SS.org Regular Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Queens, ny Posts: 193 Thanked: 2 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	mxr m77 badass modified .. any info? any more info on this mxr m77?

05-03-2012, 09:17 AM	#16
Sdrizis89 SS.org Regular Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Queens, ny Posts: 193 Thanked: 2 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Mxr m77 badass modified OD Anyone using a mxr m77 as a boost for their amp? Im looking to buy a maxon od808 but saw this one and was wondering how well it could boost my jcm900 for a more modern metal tone. any info?

05-03-2012, 09:36 AM	#17
loktide dotlike Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Germany Posts: 5,041 Thanked: 84 Feedback Score: 12 reviews	it' actually two resistor to mod the TS9. also, IIRC they're mainly altering the output buffer and don't have a really noticeable impact on sound. personally, i'd go with a OD808. the input and output jacks on the ibanez tonelok series tend to get loose and the overall pedal construction leaves to be desired. if you'll be keeping the pedal always on and in a rack drawer it should be fine, though.

05-03-2012, 10:40 AM	#19
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05-03-2012, 10:42 AM	#20
ExousRulez Banned Join Date: May 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 447 Thanked: 5 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Maxon OD-9 Pro+ Overdrive \| Nine Series Effects Maxon OD-820 Overdrive Pro \| Vintage Series Effects If you buy an OD pedal make sure you have a good noise gate as well.

05-03-2012, 10:45 AM	#21
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05-03-2012, 01:20 PM	#22
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