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7StringofAblicK · 12-14-2007, 10:51 AM

I'm going up to GC this weekend to try out a new Stiletto Ace (they have one in stock in the back). Samash is close by and has a used Mark iv combo for 1550 - firstly, is this too much? What's a reasonable price for these that I should ask them to lower it to? would it be smart to get a combo and just plug it into my 212 to play shows with - does it have the power to do so?

I want something that's crunchy and raw - more than the Pball can provide. I love it, but I want a different taste. i miss the feel of my previous mesa's so i'm definitely going back.

So which would you choose? A new stage 2 stiletto (either an ace or a deuce - I don't need access to 150 watts

) or a mark iv combo?

I liked the trident I jammed on, but also loved the tone of the mark. I'm playing metal ala killswitch (their style and tone), but I like more mids and prefer lamb of god's tone (which i know are mark ivs). The stilettos have that singing crunchy tone and the Mark has that uniqueness that's very saturated and tight. Budget is around 12-1600, so both are easily accessible.

I still love the marshalls i've tried out, but I think boogie has a slightly more appealing crunch.

sakeido · 12-14-2007, 10:56 AM

You already know how I feel about this

Mark IV combos have the same amount of power as the head. They sound pretty decent too just on their own, and its nice to only have to lug around one unit instead of a head plus cab. But the combo weighs a LOT.

noodles · 12-14-2007, 10:56 AM

Stiletto II any day of the week, and twice on Sunday. The Mark IV does have a really nice lead channel, but that is about it. I thought Mesa got it right with the IIc+ and should have stopped trying. On the other hand, the Stiletto is the gift that keeps on giving. Every mode of both channels on the amp provides amazing, usable tones. If Rectos did not exist, it is what I would be playing full time. Hell, if they come out with a three channel version, it might replace the Recto.

7StringofAblicK · 12-14-2007, 11:09 AM

Coolness

They have a stiletto ace combo brand new for 1599, which is within price, but i'd like to stay lower of course. The head is only 1499, so the combo might be a wise choice. I just wish i could go used

NegaTiveXero · 12-14-2007, 12:51 PM

I can has trip to GC?!?

It's killing me not with the Florence GC not being a Mesa dealer. I need my Mesa fix, man......

7StringofAblicK · 12-14-2007, 01:00 PM

Yes you do, yes you do.

I'm going up tomorrow - I wish I could today (cause i'm impatient)

NegaTiveXero · 12-14-2007, 01:10 PM

What time? I have band practice earlier in the day.

7StringofAblicK · 12-14-2007, 01:12 PM

Not sure yet - depends on when I finish up my errands n'shit.

noodles · 12-14-2007, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 7StringofAblicK

They have a stiletto ace combo brand new for 1599, which is within price, but i'd like to stay lower of course. The head is only 1499, so the combo might be a wise choice. I just wish i could go used

The Ace combo is the best sounding one.

7StringofAblicK · 12-14-2007, 01:38 PM

I like the idea of the 112 because it pushes the same power but exhibits that portable feel. I have a 212 cab that I'll use too, and if I plug it in as an extension it will fill out the spectrum nicely.

Plus recording with it would be fun (although I wish it had a C90 and not a V30 for a change).

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12-14-2007, 10:51 AM	#1 (permalink)
7StringofAblicK Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,736 Real Name: Eric Rose Main Seven: Carvin/Hellraiser 7 Rig: VHT Pittbull 100/CL Thanked: 18	I've narrowed down my search I'm going up to GC this weekend to try out a new Stiletto Ace (they have one in stock in the back). Samash is close by and has a used Mark iv combo for 1550 - firstly, is this too much? What's a reasonable price for these that I should ask them to lower it to? would it be smart to get a combo and just plug it into my 212 to play shows with - does it have the power to do so? I want something that's crunchy and raw - more than the Pball can provide. I love it, but I want a different taste. i miss the feel of my previous mesa's so i'm definitely going back. So which would you choose? A new stage 2 stiletto (either an ace or a deuce - I don't need access to 150 watts ) or a mark iv combo? I liked the trident I jammed on, but also loved the tone of the mark. I'm playing metal ala killswitch (their style and tone), but I like more mids and prefer lamb of god's tone (which i know are mark ivs). The stilettos have that singing crunchy tone and the Mark has that uniqueness that's very saturated and tight. Budget is around 12-1600, so both are easily accessible. I still love the marshalls i've tried out, but I think boogie has a slightly more appealing crunch.

12-14-2007, 10:56 AM	#2 (permalink)
sakeido Is a Pastafarian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Calgary AB Posts: 3,651 Real Name: Cody Main Seven: COW7 Silverburst Main ERG: 2077XL Rig: Stiletto/Nova/Orange Thanked: 191	You already know how I feel about this Mark IV combos have the same amount of power as the head. They sound pretty decent too just on their own, and its nice to only have to lug around one unit instead of a head plus cab. But the combo weighs a LOT. _________________________ "Ah, she's built like a steakhouse but she handles like a bistro" - ZB My Soundclick Page

12-14-2007, 10:56 AM	#3 (permalink)
noodles I'm your huckleberry • Super Moderator • Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Woodbridge, VA Posts: 22,143 Real Name: Dave Main Seven: KxK V7 - The Emo Killer Rig: Roadster/GMaj/4x12 Thanked: 307	Stiletto II any day of the week, and twice on Sunday. The Mark IV does have a really nice lead channel, but that is about it. I thought Mesa got it right with the IIc+ and should have stopped trying. On the other hand, the Stiletto is the gift that keeps on giving. Every mode of both channels on the amp provides amazing, usable tones. If Rectos did not exist, it is what I would be playing full time. Hell, if they come out with a three channel version, it might replace the Recto. Noodles Division: American Metal without the suck. sales@kxkguitars.com "Somewhere along the way, the Straight Talk Express lost some wheels..." --Barack Obama on John McCain

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12-14-2007, 11:09 AM	#4 (permalink)
7StringofAblicK Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,736 Real Name: Eric Rose Main Seven: Carvin/Hellraiser 7 Rig: VHT Pittbull 100/CL Thanked: 18	Coolness They have a stiletto ace combo brand new for 1599, which is within price, but i'd like to stay lower of course. The head is only 1499, so the combo might be a wise choice. I just wish i could go used

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7StringofAblicK Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,736 Real Name: Eric Rose Main Seven: Carvin/Hellraiser 7 Rig: VHT Pittbull 100/CL Thanked: 18	Yes you do, yes you do. I'm going up tomorrow - I wish I could today (cause i'm impatient)

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NegaTiveXero Fuck Your Face! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Cold Spring, Ky Posts: 2,570 Real Name: Nick Main Seven: '06 Ibanez RG7321 Rig: Marshall DSL401 Thanked: 18	What time? I have band practice earlier in the day.

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7StringofAblicK Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,736 Real Name: Eric Rose Main Seven: Carvin/Hellraiser 7 Rig: VHT Pittbull 100/CL Thanked: 18	Not sure yet - depends on when I finish up my errands n'shit.

12-14-2007, 01:38 PM	#10 (permalink)
7StringofAblicK Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,736 Real Name: Eric Rose Main Seven: Carvin/Hellraiser 7 Rig: VHT Pittbull 100/CL Thanked: 18	I like the idea of the 112 because it pushes the same power but exhibits that portable feel. I have a 212 cab that I'll use too, and if I plug it in as an extension it will fill out the spectrum nicely. Plus recording with it would be fun (although I wish it had a C90 and not a V30 for a change).

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