tommy wrote: Fri Mar 17, 2023 8:11 am
the Rio Grande Muy Grande has BALLS.
I had one of these in a tele and really liked it. Then my very good buddy borrowed that tele for several years and toured the world and made two fantastic records with the band Lower Dens using it and HE really liked it. Then like a fool I sold it.
Re: Recommend me a...
Posted: Fri Mar 17, 2023 5:46 pm
by numberthirty
I'd guess that 8-10 is "Hot..."?
If so, might be worth taking a look at the Manlius Barnburner. Might be a little to "RAWK...." for some folks though...
Re: Recommend me a...
Posted: Fri Mar 17, 2023 6:09 pm
by numberthirty
I also always thought these didn't sound all that bad...
Re: Recommend me a...
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:30 pm
by Garth
Oscilloscope
I have a functioning reel-to-reel machine again and I guess this is a needed tool for proper calibration.
I have heard the sub $100 ebay digital ones are not great for audio use due to latency, but I'm also a little concerned about the boat anchor models that are well-aged at this point.
There's one on local FB market place that "turns on" but beyond that I don't even know what to do w/ it to know if it is properly functioning.
HALP
Re: Recommend me a...
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:46 pm
by TylerDeadPine
Garth wrote: Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:30 pm
Oscilloscope
I have a functioning reel-to-reel machine again and I guess this is a needed tool for proper calibration.
I have heard the sub $100 ebay digital ones are not great for audio use due to latency, but I'm also a little concerned about the boat anchor models that are well-aged at this point.
There's one on local FB market place that "turns on" but beyond that I don't even know what to do w/ it to know if it is properly functioning.
HALP
I'm of the opinion that if I can justify $500 for a second or third tube amp, that $300-$500 for a decent oscilloscope is well worth it to enjoy troubleshooting for the rest of your life. I love Rigol for the function/value
Re: Recommend me a...
Posted: Wed Apr 19, 2023 8:56 am
by four_oclocker_2.2
Anyone have recommendations on a road case to use for an Echoplex? Might have some fly-in gigs coming up and I'd like to bring it along. Currently thinking about one of those Gator "mini-lunchbox amp head" cases, but all suggestions welcomed!
Re: Recommend me a...
Posted: Wed Apr 19, 2023 10:03 am
by Kniferide
four_oclocker_2.2 wrote: Wed Apr 19, 2023 8:56 am
Anyone have recommendations on a road case to use for an Echoplex? Might have some fly-in gigs coming up and I'd like to bring it along. Currently thinking about one of those Gator "mini-lunchbox amp head" cases, but all suggestions welcomed!
Maybe a Pelican that fits it? I'd trust that over anything Gator makes. In all my years, I don't think I've ever seen a broken pelican case.
four_oclocker_2.2 wrote: Wed Apr 19, 2023 8:56 am
Anyone have recommendations on a road case to use for an Echoplex? Might have some fly-in gigs coming up and I'd like to bring it along. Currently thinking about one of those Gator "mini-lunchbox amp head" cases, but all suggestions welcomed!
Maybe a Pelican that fits it? I'd trust that over anything Gator makes. In all my years, I don't think I've ever seen a broken pelican case.
Another option is Nanuk, Canada’s answer to Pelican.
SKB iSeries probably has something too.
In all those options you’ll have to cut foam for fit.
Re: Recommend me a...
Posted: Wed Apr 19, 2023 1:47 pm
by Dr Tony Balls
I think probably the key area of concern here is the tape transport mechanism, no? In which case you could put it in a titanium cube and it wouldnt matter because you want to keep the thing from getting jostled more than you do keep it safe from big impacts or loads. Basically no matter what you'd want to coddle it it so the toughness of the container isnt a mega priority. Just my thoughts...
