FRAMUS COBRA? VS FRAMUS DRAGON?

andyxgrave · 08-12-2007, 03:48 AM

hey guys just wondering what YOU think.

i just got rid of my krankenstein stack for a choice of two heads: framus cobra vs framus dragon (either with matching cabs)

i play metal and hardcore in drop g tuning and im looking for tight punchy and LOUD tones (kinda like the krank) any suggestions? or whatnots?

people have been telling me they're not reliable but i've never heard such thing, if you have any input to that, please proceed!

thanks guys!

7StringofAblicK · 08-12-2007, 09:38 AM

if you're looking fo something krank like, and you had a krank, why'd you sell it?

andyxgrave · 08-12-2007, 09:56 AM

im not looking for something krank like, i just want the loudness and balls of a krank.

the krank tone wasnt consistent for touring and whatnot, different day, different tone. also very "hot & sizzly" standard tone that i didnt like, so i had pedals rigged up to make it purrrrrrr. i don't know, my krank was very "different" from others haha. but now i want the framus

LordOVchaoS · 08-12-2007, 10:27 AM

Both amps are good but I personally believe the Cobra stomps all over the Dragon! They're voiced the same but the Cobra is a little more over the top sounding with more features.

Zer0 · 08-12-2007, 01:51 PM

Most people would say the Cobra simply because that it is balls out sound wise, Id say however that if you are looking for something that is less fizzy and "hot" sounding try the Dragon first. The Cobra is quite bright and very dry sounding to my ears (although this is not a bad thing) while the Dragon while it has slightly less gain is smoother and darker sounding. Try them both though, side by side if you can, because they are both great amps.

Stitch · 08-12-2007, 03:21 PM

I've been wondering the same. I have the choice between the Dragon or the Cobra at a great price (our distributor also deals with Framus) but I haven't been able to decide.

I already own a 6505, so I'm looking for something more 'refined' and less harsh and dry as the 6505. Dont get me wrong - I love the 6505's sound, but I'm looking for something a bit 'warmer'.

Also, 6505 + Dragon + OD808 + SM57 = Sneap tone.

Zer0 · 08-12-2007, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stitch216

I'm looking for something more 'refined' and less harsh and dry

Seriously, Dragon. The Cobra is, to my ears, a very dry cutting amp. Not round or smooth. If you need more gain, then boost it, other wise it should be more than enough. But saying that the Cobra is pure sex in a box, try them both.

or get a Boogie if you're looking for wetness...

Stitch · 08-12-2007, 05:04 PM

Thing is Boogie's are twice as much as they should be here - and my shop is not a Boogie dealer so i cannot get a deal on the amp, wheras I can with the Framus'.

I think i may put in an order for the Dragon soon then...

Thanks dude!

I take it the Cobra is more comparable to the 5150/6505?

D-EJ915 · 08-12-2007, 05:15 PM

If the Cobra is anything like the Dragon, it's more like a Randall than a 5150, it doesn't have that garbled midrange mess that the 5150s do.

Stitch · 08-12-2007, 05:28 PM

Waddya mean, D-EJ37214697427532725691327321783258?

That The Cobra is like the Randall or the Dragon is?

08-12-2007, 03:48 AM	#1
andyxgrave maestro. Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 31 Thanked: 0	FRAMUS COBRA? VS FRAMUS DRAGON? hey guys just wondering what YOU think. i just got rid of my krankenstein stack for a choice of two heads: framus cobra vs framus dragon (either with matching cabs) i play metal and hardcore in drop g tuning and im looking for tight punchy and LOUD tones (kinda like the krank) any suggestions? or whatnots? people have been telling me they're not reliable but i've never heard such thing, if you have any input to that, please proceed! thanks guys! (sig removed, please resize)

08-12-2007, 10:27 AM	#4
LordOVchaoS NUDE MAN! Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 3,930 Real Name: Joe Main Seven: Xiphos 7-string+blackouts Rig: Engl SE->Vader Thanked: 57	Both amps are good but I personally believe the Cobra stomps all over the Dragon! They're voiced the same but the Cobra is a little more over the top sounding with more features. www.bodenhamer-electronics.com the official gain merchant of sevenstring.org.

08-12-2007, 05:15 PM	#9
D-EJ915 <3's Tsukasa Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Virginia Posts: 16,583 Real Name: Kagami Main Seven: Blackjack ATX Rig: Randall RG75G2C Thanked: 201	If the Cobra is anything like the Dragon, it's more like a Randall than a 5150, it doesn't have that garbled midrange mess that the 5150s do. My Site: əBCAir

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08-12-2007, 09:38 AM	#2
7StringofAblicK Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,731 Real Name: Eric Rose Main Seven: Carvin/Hellraiser 7 Rig: VHT Pittbull 100/CL Thanked: 18	if you're looking fo something krank like, and you had a krank, why'd you sell it?

08-12-2007, 09:56 AM	#3
andyxgrave maestro. Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 31 Thanked: 0	im not looking for something krank like, i just want the loudness and balls of a krank. the krank tone wasnt consistent for touring and whatnot, different day, different tone. also very "hot & sizzly" standard tone that i didnt like, so i had pedals rigged up to make it purrrrrrr. i don't know, my krank was very "different" from others haha. but now i want the framus

08-12-2007, 01:51 PM	#5
Zer0 That Guy Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: St. Paul Posts: 123 Real Name: John Main Seven: Ibanez RG7620 Main ERG: Jackson DK27 Rig: Dual Rec + SS150 Thanked: 2	Most people would say the Cobra simply because that it is balls out sound wise, Id say however that if you are looking for something that is less fizzy and "hot" sounding try the Dragon first. The Cobra is quite bright and very dry sounding to my ears (although this is not a bad thing) while the Dragon while it has slightly less gain is smoother and darker sounding. Try them both though, side by side if you can, because they are both great amps.

08-12-2007, 03:21 PM	#6
Stitch Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Edinburgh, Scotland Posts: 6,894 Real Name: Simon Main Seven: Ibanez RG7420 & S7420FMTW Main ERG: Orion OG8 Rig: Peavey 6505 Thanked: 110	I've been wondering the same. I have the choice between the Dragon or the Cobra at a great price (our distributor also deals with Framus) but I haven't been able to decide. I already own a 6505, so I'm looking for something more 'refined' and less harsh and dry as the 6505. Dont get me wrong - I love the 6505's sound, but I'm looking for something a bit 'warmer'. Also, 6505 + Dragon + OD808 + SM57 = Sneap tone.

08-12-2007, 05:04 PM	#8
Stitch Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Edinburgh, Scotland Posts: 6,894 Real Name: Simon Main Seven: Ibanez RG7420 & S7420FMTW Main ERG: Orion OG8 Rig: Peavey 6505 Thanked: 110	Thing is Boogie's are twice as much as they should be here - and my shop is not a Boogie dealer so i cannot get a deal on the amp, wheras I can with the Framus'. I think i may put in an order for the Dragon soon then... Thanks dude! I take it the Cobra is more comparable to the 5150/6505?

08-12-2007, 05:28 PM	#10
Stitch Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Edinburgh, Scotland Posts: 6,894 Real Name: Simon Main Seven: Ibanez RG7420 & S7420FMTW Main ERG: Orion OG8 Rig: Peavey 6505 Thanked: 110	Waddya mean, D-EJ37214697427532725691327321783258? That The Cobra is like the Randall or the Dragon is?


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