Amp GAS/Ideas

eleven59 · 01-13-2008, 01:39 AM

So, here's my thoughts:

1) I want a new amp. More specifically, a tube head. More specifically, I'm GASing for the 5150 or some variation of it (I'll be playing as many different amps as I can when I have funds).

2) I want to keep my Flextone II because there's certain tones I can't live without, and I love the flexibility for recording, etc.

3) I have a stereo cab, which I'd like to continue using in stereo with my Flextone when possible.

4) It'd be cool if I could use both amps together (i.e. an A/B/Y type scenario).

I know there's such thing as amp switchers that'll let you use more than one head through a single cab. Do any of them allow stereo operation? Do any of them allow you to use both amps at once (one for each side of the cabinet, or both blended through all 4 speakers)?

I'd love to be able to use my Flextone for cleans and effects and have my rhythm and lead tone set and ready to go as soon as I A/B over to the other head.

Clearly the easiest way would be to run each amp to 1/2 of the 4x12 and add an A/B/Y switch, but I'd rather be able to use all 4 speakers all the time (stereo for the Flextone, if possible).

newamerikangospel · 01-13-2008, 01:56 AM

The best bet would be to get a 2x12 or 4x12 for the other amp (5150/6505). Im not aware of anything that would seperate the power outputs and allow you to blend.

Ruan7321 · 01-13-2008, 02:02 AM

If you want 5150 tone without the price look into Bugera Amps

I dont know much about the amp switchers so I cant help you there, but if you have a stereo cab you could use a signal/line splitter to send your guitar to both amps. Then connect both amps to the cab (Just check your impendences).

Jason · 01-13-2008, 02:17 AM

Check out the voodoo labs amp splitter. True bypass

ibznorange · 01-13-2008, 02:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason

Check out the voodoo labs amp splitter. True bypass

Metal Ken · 01-13-2008, 02:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ruan7321

If you want 5150 tone without the price look into Bugera Amps

How do this actually sound? Ive only seen it in clips.

JJ Rodriguez · 01-13-2008, 02:33 AM

They still aren't released. Waiting for legal issues to clear up apparently. New release date is February I believe.

eleven59 · 01-13-2008, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason

Check out the voodoo labs amp splitter. True bypass

Hmm...looks good, but requires two cabs.

Aha! I knew there was something, just remembered the name

Anyone tried one of these?

Tonebone Headbone SS solid state amp head switcher - introduction

Won't do stereo most likely, but I can live without that if needed.

thedownside · 01-13-2008, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Rodriguez

They still aren't released. Waiting for legal issues to clear up apparently. New release date is February I believe.

thanks for the date, i've been waiting for these to be released

budda · 01-13-2008, 03:03 PM

get the 5150 - usa made metal beast for $750? why get a bugera where the build quality is most likely going ot be a bit more sketchy.

i've heard good things about the radial tonebone, but i dont know if any of those guys have actually used one.

or sell the behringer and get 2 212 stereo cabs? would that possibly work?

oh and check your PM's

01-13-2008, 01:39 AM	#1
eleven59 Terrorhorse Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: London, Ontario, Canada Posts: 6,567 Real Name: Aaron Main Seven: Schecter Hellraiser C7 Rig: Line6 Flextone II HD Thanked: 103	Amp GAS/Ideas So, here's my thoughts: 1) I want a new amp. More specifically, a tube head. More specifically, I'm GASing for the 5150 or some variation of it (I'll be playing as many different amps as I can when I have funds). 2) I want to keep my Flextone II because there's certain tones I can't live without, and I love the flexibility for recording, etc. 3) I have a stereo cab, which I'd like to continue using in stereo with my Flextone when possible. 4) It'd be cool if I could use both amps together (i.e. an A/B/Y type scenario). I know there's such thing as amp switchers that'll let you use more than one head through a single cab. Do any of them allow stereo operation? Do any of them allow you to use both amps at once (one for each side of the cabinet, or both blended through all 4 speakers)? I'd love to be able to use my Flextone for cleans and effects and have my rhythm and lead tone set and ready to go as soon as I A/B over to the other head. Clearly the easiest way would be to run each amp to 1/2 of the 4x12 and add an A/B/Y switch, but I'd rather be able to use all 4 speakers all the time (stereo for the Flextone, if possible). --------------- TERRORHORSE Eleven59 Your Extended Network Last edited by eleven59; 01-13-2008 at 01:48 AM. Reason: Automerged Doublepost

01-13-2008, 02:02 AM	#3
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01-13-2008, 02:17 AM	#4
Jason Sign Your Neg Rep Posts! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: South of the rats mouth.. Posts: 9,308 Real Name: Jason Main Seven: Esp/Ltd H207 :D Rig: Nadda Supreme Thanked: 79	Check out the voodoo labs amp splitter. True bypass "I wish TV had a knob so you could turn up the intelligence. The one marked Brightness doesn't work." Gallagher

01-13-2008, 03:03 PM	#10
budda Guiterrorizer Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Deep River ONT (summer), London ONT (school) Posts: 8,420 Real Name: Justin Main Seven: WTB: Dean EVO 7 Rig: JSX->XXX w/ WGS CL80 Thanked: 65	get the 5150 - usa made metal beast for $750? why get a bugera where the build quality is most likely going ot be a bit more sketchy. i've heard good things about the radial tonebone, but i dont know if any of those guys have actually used one. or sell the behringer and get 2 212 stereo cabs? would that possibly work? oh and check your PM's 3 cheers for free gear! "Do you like burned toast with your JAM? cuz we're on FIRE!"

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01-13-2008, 01:56 AM	#2
newamerikangospel HA HA!...Avatar! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,253 Real Name: lepsognakiremaw Main Seven: Schecter Gryphon Rig: GNX>H&K4x12-Hrtk2x15 Thanked: 13	The best bet would be to get a 2x12 or 4x12 for the other amp (5150/6505). Im not aware of anything that would seperate the power outputs and allow you to blend.

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