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Budget Electric Amp, Reverb pedal, Overdrive pedal?
Hey everyone,
I will be playing electric for a church soon, but I do not currently own an electric amp. I used to be an acoustic guitar player for another church, but I recently moved. I don't know much about electric amps since I was primarily an acoustic player. I think my budget is around $200-$300 and the venue size can hold 500 people I believe. I was looking at BOSS Katana 100w 1x12 (looking for a used one), but any other suggestions? As for reverb, I currently have a RV-6. Will that suffice? I looked into the possibility of selling it and getting a walrus descent or maybe an neunaber immerse. Is it justifiable? (I really like the design of the descent, but it may be pointless in this case lol). Also for overdrive, I really like the PCB little green wonder. I'm looking for a first stage overdrive (not too gritty/dirty). Any other suggestions? I appreciate any feedback! Thanks UPDATE: The bugera deal didn't go through (was asking for too much) and i was too impatient to wait for the holiday deals. Ended up getting a peavey classic 50 (the new-styled ones) for $275. I like how it sounds so far, only con is that it's pretty heavy. Last edited by JKW-HTX; 12-03-2017 at 06:29 PM. |
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I think the Katana already comes with all of the amp sims and effects, no?
It's even advertised as "Leave the pedal board home." |
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https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/V22InfiCombo I own the first-run version of the former, and it's been my go-to amp for the last several years: built-in digi-verb (some of the best built-in I've heard BTW), a foot-switchable OD channel, enough grunt to handle a 600-700 seat venue with no problem (done that) - and if your signature style runs to cleaner tones the identically-featured 55-watter wouldn't be overkill (it's all about headroom and dynamic range, not just sheer volume)...Hope this helps...
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Hah, I didn't even notice!
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Thank you for sending me those links, I'll try to avoid the modelling amps as I have heard from other guitarists as well. I saw a used Bugera V55 for $350 earlier today so I'll take that option more seriously. Here's the link: https://houston.craigslist.org/msg/d...397083745.html |
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Mustang gt amp and leave everything else at home.
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For the budget stated I agree the Mustang GT should be a very decent amp, but isn't the Mustang a single channel? Of course he may be fine with a single channel, but it is something to consider.
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Used Blues Jr
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PSA: There are sales, coupon offers, one-day/one-hour specials, etc. of all kinds going on during the Christmas season; you could probably land a brand-new/in-the-box V55 for similar money (and the V22 for even less ) - shop around, and don't hesitate to call the dealers and ask for a better price...
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Are you going to be mic'd through a PA?
I've heard really great things about the Katanas...and there's a 50watt version, no? |
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I too have heard good things about the Katana, and I suspect their capabilities in this regard are similar.
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If any of you follow Steve’s amplifier posts you notice his appreciation for the Bugera (Buger I call it,) and he has lots of experience with it. I and another poster followed his recommendation and both bought one without hearing it first. I could not have been more pleased.
The Buger is extremely versatile in its tonal and sound capability and a LOT of tube type amplifier for the money. My blind faith in Steve has paid off with a wonderful piece of gear that is serving me very well. It filled a large room we call our fellowship hall, but is really a combination gym and cafeteria with acoustics you would expect of such a room. I teased Steve about the commission he must have earned recommending these units, but in fact it is a very good recommendation from a trustworthy and helpful man. If you only need one channel and you buy the V22 I fully expect that you will never look back.
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Yeah, I haven't heard anything bad. Many people are comparing it with tube amps which is a good sign for the Katana. Yes there's a 50W version for cheaper.
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[QUOTE=JKW-HTX;5551284]...snip...
I think my budget is around $200-$300 and the venue size can hold 500 people I believe. I was looking at BOSS Katana 100w 1x12 (looking for a used one)...snip... You have answered your own question. It will be hard to find a better choice than the Katana. With holiday sales you can probably get a new one for $300. I always worry about buying used amps.
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electric amp, overdrive, pedalboard, pedalboard setup, reverb |
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