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Not any dynamics live, but I’ve used a limiter at the tail end of effects chains on recorded tracks. As you know a properly set limiter doesn’t do anything to the the low volume, just keeps a gent ...

I’ve been a ProTools user for decades, also have Studio One, and older versions of Cubase. and Reaper. I’ve had Logic on my Macs since 9 but have been reluctant to learn it, as I was comfortable w ...

Always have a Quilter 101 under the back seat of my truck, along with a decent direct box, Boss ME90, assortment of strings, batteries, etc. One would be amazed that being prepared for yourself often ...

Check all the spec sheets. XLR is a standard cable for balance +4 dbm as well as the significany lower output from a microphone. Sounds like one input wants to see a mic level but getting line level, ...

I believe that would present a 2 ohm load to the amp. The manual specifies 4, 8, or 16 ohms, no mention of 2 ohms (that I saw) therefore it might not be wise. At low output might be OK but at even med ...

I don’t have any problem recording things direct…except for bass. My 81 Precision with flats through a totally stock and original 66 Ampeg B15, mic’d with a Roswell K47 into ProTools just cannot ...

I still get a lot of miles out of my Sarno Tonic. Just give me what I like on steel and bass. Mr Sarno makes great stuff

RD50s had an actual 12ax7 preamp tube, wired so one channel would cascade to the next.

Insanely good guitar amps, loud of course, available as head only, 1-10 or 1-12 combos.

Those things are rare as hen’s teeth. The ones I’ve heard on 6 string acoustics are truly amazing.

https://robrobinette.com/How_The_TMB_Tone_Stack_Works.htm

This explains it all pretty well I think. Almost all amps have passive tone networks, meaning the knobs only cut frequencies instead of bo ...

If I understand you right, you’ll still need some sort of speaker load to prevent that fine amp from blowing up. Tube amps need to see a load like a speaker or speaker level step down device.

Pre ...

I’ve seen them advertised for quite a while. The concept seems to be a pre made variation of the Pete Cornish boards lots of 6 string players used in the 80s. I believe regular pedalboards and mode ...

I’d say it’s impossible to suggest what you will need…only you can decide that. Cost is a major factor.

I will say with absolute certainty that whatever you think you’ll need, double the s ...

How is that amp when connected to a DI - PA setting?

I own Blue Darling III, no unique end plates on it

The real problem I have with modelers in general is the overkill. I’ve yet to meet anyone from studio guy to touring pro to part time gigging to occasional bedroom player that uses more than 1-2 amp ...

I’ve been using a new to me Sarno Tonic for many recording things lately. Straight to DAW sounds very good, add a speaker simulator sounds very VERY good, and with a Ganz Straight Ahead amp and a sp ...

I believe the typical music buyers aren't generally the crowds who cling to tradition. If they were, the music world would be MUCH different. There is the commerce side to consider whether I like it ...

This is a great topic.

My biggest ‘dang it’ from working on pedal steel is my inability to think like a steel guitarist..still thinking and approaching it like a 6 string guitarist with 50 year ...

Jay Ganz Straight Ahead features 500 watts, immaculate sound, weighs nothing, and takes up very little space

Gary, consider that each stage of the process is a stage in a system…and each stage of the system adds a certain usually unique sonic element.

Preamp takes the signal generated by detecting varia ...

Headroom is how much power is available for more than a split second, before an obviously unpleasant distortion becomes apparent.

Example: a 4 cylinder car and a turbo v8 can both travel at 70 MP ...

Jerry, the tube sets in question were installed in TFL Bandmaster Reverb, 66 Bassman head, and a 71 Twin

FWIW the last couple times I replaced power tubes, they came from Mesa, STR 441.

I always thought the prefix letters on my TFL5005 Bandmaster stood for “Too Friggin Loud.”

Any of those TFL amps were mighty good…

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Topic: Compressor: Yea or nay?
Ken Morgan Replies: 23 Views: 3091	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 21 Nov 2024 7:01 pm Subject: Compressor: Yea or nay?
Ken Morgan Replies: 23 Views: 3091	Not any dynamics live, but I’ve used a limiter at the tail end of effects chains on recorded tracks. As you know a properly set limiter doesn’t do anything to the the low volume, just keeps a gent ...
Topic: Logic Pro X
Ken Morgan Replies: 11 Views: 2938	Forum Section: Recording Posted: 19 Sep 2024 12:50 pm Subject: Logic Pro X
Ken Morgan Replies: 11 Views: 2938	I’ve been a ProTools user for decades, also have Studio One, and older versions of Cubase. and Reaper. I’ve had Logic on my Macs since 9 but have been reluctant to learn it, as I was comfortable w ...
Topic: The Value of Over-Packing
Ken Morgan Replies: 13 Views: 2087	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 19 Aug 2024 7:32 am Subject: The Value of Over-Packing
Ken Morgan Replies: 13 Views: 2087	Always have a Quilter 101 under the back seat of my truck, along with a decent direct box, Boss ME90, assortment of strings, batteries, etc. One would be amazed that being prepared for yourself often ...
Topic: Active Speaker > Line Out Puzzle
Ken Morgan Replies: 28 Views: 4997	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 25 Jul 2024 4:54 pm Subject: Active Speaker > Line Out Puzzle
Ken Morgan Replies: 28 Views: 4997	Check all the spec sheets. XLR is a standard cable for balance +4 dbm as well as the significany lower output from a microphone. Sounds like one input wants to see a mic level but getting line level, ...
Topic: Tone Block 202
Ken Morgan Replies: 7 Views: 1862	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 12 Jul 2024 6:59 am Subject: Tone Block 202
Ken Morgan Replies: 7 Views: 1862	I believe that would present a 2 ohm load to the amp. The manual specifies 4, 8, or 16 ohms, no mention of 2 ohms (that I saw) therefore it might not be wise. At low output might be OK but at even med ...
Topic: Tracking with an Amp and a Mic vs DIRECT
Ken Morgan Replies: 13 Views: 7715	Forum Section: Recording Posted: 26 May 2024 10:09 am Subject: Tracking with an Amp and a Mic vs DIRECT
Ken Morgan Replies: 13 Views: 7715	I don’t have any problem recording things direct…except for bass. My 81 Precision with flats through a totally stock and original 66 Ampeg B15, mic’d with a Roswell K47 into ProTools just cannot ...
Topic: Sarno SMS Classic Preamp
Ken Morgan Replies: 19 Views: 3712	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 24 May 2024 6:41 am Subject: Sarno SMS Classic Preamp
Ken Morgan Replies: 19 Views: 3712	I still get a lot of miles out of my Sarno Tonic. Just give me what I like on steel and bass. Mr Sarno makes great stuff
Topic: Music man amps
Ken Morgan Replies: 11 Views: 1843	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 17 May 2024 5:12 am Subject: Music man amps
Ken Morgan Replies: 11 Views: 1843	RD50s had an actual 12ax7 preamp tube, wired so one channel would cascade to the next. Insanely good guitar amps, loud of course, available as head only, 1-10 or 1-12 combos.
Topic: Sunrise Preamp
Ken Morgan Replies: 1 Views: 817	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 3 May 2024 10:42 am Subject: Sunrise Preamp
Ken Morgan Replies: 1 Views: 817	Those things are rare as hen’s teeth. The ones I’ve heard on 6 string acoustics are truly amazing.
Topic: How much does an amps tonestack effect the overall sound?
Ken Morgan Replies: 10 Views: 1620	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 25 Apr 2024 7:48 am Subject: How much does an amps tonestack effect the overall sound?
Ken Morgan Replies: 10 Views: 1620	https://robrobinette.com/How_The_TMB_Tone_Stack_Works.htm This explains it all pretty well I think. Almost all amps have passive tone networks, meaning the knobs only cut frequencies instead of bo ...
Topic: Recording Direct From Fender Dual Showman
Ken Morgan Replies: 11 Views: 1699	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 18 Apr 2024 5:01 am Subject: Recording Direct From Fender Dual Showman
Ken Morgan Replies: 11 Views: 1699	If I understand you right, you’ll still need some sort of speaker load to prevent that fine amp from blowing up. Tube amps need to see a load like a speaker or speaker level step down device. Pre ...
Topic: Henretta Engineering
Ken Morgan Replies: 6 Views: 1676	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 10 Feb 2024 4:32 pm Subject: Henretta Engineering
Ken Morgan Replies: 6 Views: 1676	I’ve seen them advertised for quite a while. The concept seems to be a pre made variation of the Pete Cornish boards lots of 6 string players used in the 80s. I believe regular pedalboards and mode ...
Topic: Music Work Desk Suggestions
Ken Morgan Replies: 7 Views: 1976	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 6 Feb 2024 7:16 pm Subject: Music Work Desk Suggestions
Ken Morgan Replies: 7 Views: 1976	I’d say it’s impossible to suggest what you will need…only you can decide that. Cost is a major factor. I will say with absolute certainty that whatever you think you’ll need, double the s ...
Topic: Don't overlook this amp !
Ken Morgan Replies: 6 Views: 1719	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 28 Jan 2024 12:29 pm Subject: Don't overlook this amp !
Ken Morgan Replies: 6 Views: 1719	How is that amp when connected to a DI - PA setting?
Topic: Pedal Steel Guitar and Nameplates
Ken Morgan Replies: 29 Views: 4444	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 19 Jan 2024 6:17 pm Subject: Pedal Steel Guitar and Nameplates
Ken Morgan Replies: 29 Views: 4444	I own Blue Darling III, no unique end plates on it
Topic: Tube Amps vs Modelers
Ken Morgan Replies: 47 Views: 52557	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 6 Dec 2023 8:58 am Subject: Tube Amps vs Modelers
Ken Morgan Replies: 47 Views: 52557	The real problem I have with modelers in general is the overkill. I’ve yet to meet anyone from studio guy to touring pro to part time gigging to occasional bedroom player that uses more than 1-2 amp ...
Topic: Tube Preamps into DAW or FOH?
Ken Morgan Replies: 20 Views: 6814	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 28 Nov 2023 6:56 am Subject: Tube Preamps into DAW or FOH?
Ken Morgan Replies: 20 Views: 6814	I’ve been using a new to me Sarno Tonic for many recording things lately. Straight to DAW sounds very good, add a speaker simulator sounds very VERY good, and with a Ganz Straight Ahead amp and a sp ...
Topic: “TONE” That Is The Question
Ken Morgan Replies: 34 Views: 26543	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 26 Nov 2023 7:30 am Subject: “TONE” That Is The Question
Ken Morgan Replies: 34 Views: 26543	I believe the typical music buyers aren't generally the crowds who cling to tradition. If they were, the music world would be MUCH different. There is the commerce side to consider whether I like it ...
Topic: Ex-Guitarists - How Do You Approach E9 Soloing?
Ken Morgan Replies: 13 Views: 4231	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 25 Nov 2023 6:14 am Subject: Ex-Guitarists - How Do You Approach E9 Soloing?
Ken Morgan Replies: 13 Views: 4231	This is a great topic. My biggest ‘dang it’ from working on pedal steel is my inability to think like a steel guitarist..still thinking and approaching it like a 6 string guitarist with 50 year ...
Topic: Power Amp for Pedal Steel
Ken Morgan Replies: 19 Views: 10508	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 12 Nov 2023 8:18 am Subject: Power Amp for Pedal Steel
Ken Morgan Replies: 19 Views: 10508	Jay Ganz Straight Ahead features 500 watts, immaculate sound, weighs nothing, and takes up very little space
Topic: A really Basic Question
Ken Morgan Replies: 12 Views: 6611	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 16 Oct 2023 5:47 am Subject: A really Basic Question
Ken Morgan Replies: 12 Views: 6611	Gary, consider that each stage of the process is a stage in a system…and each stage of the system adds a certain usually unique sonic element. Preamp takes the signal generated by detecting varia ...
Topic: Need Explanations
Ken Morgan Replies: 8 Views: 3166	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 2 Oct 2023 7:57 am Subject: Need Explanations
Ken Morgan Replies: 8 Views: 3166	Headroom is how much power is available for more than a split second, before an obviously unpleasant distortion becomes apparent. Example: a 4 cylinder car and a turbo v8 can both travel at 70 MP ...
Topic: BK Butler Tube Amps? CLOSE PLEASE
Ken Morgan Replies: 33 Views: 11117	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 18 Sep 2023 6:53 pm Subject: BK Butler Tube Amps? CLOSE PLEASE
Ken Morgan Replies: 33 Views: 11117	Jerry, the tube sets in question were installed in TFL Bandmaster Reverb, 66 Bassman head, and a 71 Twin
Topic: BK Butler Tube Amps? CLOSE PLEASE
Ken Morgan Replies: 33 Views: 11117	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 18 Sep 2023 12:59 pm Subject: BK Butler Tube Amps? CLOSE PLEASE
Ken Morgan Replies: 33 Views: 11117	FWIW the last couple times I replaced power tubes, they came from Mesa, STR 441.
Topic: Fender Twin and Dual Showman
Ken Morgan Replies: 14 Views: 3771	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 13 Sep 2023 6:53 am Subject: Fender Twin and Dual Showman
Ken Morgan Replies: 14 Views: 3771	I always thought the prefix letters on my TFL5005 Bandmaster stood for “Too Friggin Loud.” Any of those TFL amps were mighty good…