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Published on 09/24/14 at 14:36
Value For Money :
Excellent
- Solid-state amp with tube simulation
- One input and 2 speaker outputs per channel
- 2x150 watts max stereo or 300 watts max mono
- One volume and one reactance (tube simulation) control per channel
- Bridged mode button (mono or stereo)
UTILIZATION
Dialing it in is VERY EASY! A volume and reactance control per channel!
You connect one or two preamps and your speaker(s) and there's no impedance problems, it's automatic (which is perfect because you don't run the risk of toasting your amp)!
CAREFUL: In bridged (mono) mode you shouldn't use a speaker of less than 8 ohms
The manual explains very clearly all connection possibilities.
The sound? It's easy to make it sound, but it all depends on what you connect into the inputs and outputs. Personally, I use a Mesa Boogie Triaxis and they make a good couple!
No presence control, unlike on the newer model, but it's not that bad, you only need to readjust your settings directly on the preamp.
SOUNDS
I play mainly metal and it's perfect together with the triaxis.
It's impressive as soon as you crank the reactance all the way up, it has that smooth "tube" sound, the lows can be sometimes too present and force you to readjust the settings.
Nevertheless, the amp remains very neutral.
The sound is excellent, it's hard to get a better tube sound at this price point while still having a proper sound at low volumes without the need of a power attenuator.
The headroom is large enough!
OVERALL OPINION
I've been using it since January 2013, bought it secondhand for $300 and I think it's an excellent value for money! Besides, there's no need for maintenance, which my wallet will appreciate!
I didn't test any other power amps and I turned towards this one due to my limited budget! I don't regret my choice at all.
- One input and 2 speaker outputs per channel
- 2x150 watts max stereo or 300 watts max mono
- One volume and one reactance (tube simulation) control per channel
- Bridged mode button (mono or stereo)
UTILIZATION
Dialing it in is VERY EASY! A volume and reactance control per channel!
You connect one or two preamps and your speaker(s) and there's no impedance problems, it's automatic (which is perfect because you don't run the risk of toasting your amp)!
CAREFUL: In bridged (mono) mode you shouldn't use a speaker of less than 8 ohms
The manual explains very clearly all connection possibilities.
The sound? It's easy to make it sound, but it all depends on what you connect into the inputs and outputs. Personally, I use a Mesa Boogie Triaxis and they make a good couple!
No presence control, unlike on the newer model, but it's not that bad, you only need to readjust your settings directly on the preamp.
SOUNDS
I play mainly metal and it's perfect together with the triaxis.
It's impressive as soon as you crank the reactance all the way up, it has that smooth "tube" sound, the lows can be sometimes too present and force you to readjust the settings.
Nevertheless, the amp remains very neutral.
The sound is excellent, it's hard to get a better tube sound at this price point while still having a proper sound at low volumes without the need of a power attenuator.
The headroom is large enough!
OVERALL OPINION
I've been using it since January 2013, bought it secondhand for $300 and I think it's an excellent value for money! Besides, there's no need for maintenance, which my wallet will appreciate!
I didn't test any other power amps and I turned towards this one due to my limited budget! I don't regret my choice at all.