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Topic: Gibson/Norlin Lab L6 Amp with Pedal Steel? |
Ben Waligoske
From:
Denver, CO
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Posted 10 Aug 2016 4:36 pm |
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Hey Ya'll,
Can anyone comment on the viability of the old Gibson/Norlin/Moog Lab series amps, specifically the Lab L6 (100 watts SS, 1x15 speaker) with pedal steel?
I may have an opportunity to pick one up pretty cheap and I think I've read in a couple places that some folks think they're pretty cool for steel, but I figured I'd see what the powers that be on the forum had to say about it since a lot of folks I know don't have much experience with them.
FWIW, I already have other more traditional amp options that work great for me (this likely would just be a studio toy) but if I could get this at a cheap enough price, it could be a funky thing to have around...
Any opinions to offer? Much obliged if so!
Cheers,
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Doug Earnest
From:
Branson, MO USA
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Posted 10 Aug 2016 7:18 pm
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| I'm pretty sure the L6 is a bass amp. Doesn't mean it might not sound good though. |
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Ben Waligoske
From:
Denver, CO
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Posted 10 Aug 2016 7:24 pm
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I think your right Doug, but it was the 15" speaker that caught my attention, plus it's just a couple miles away from my house and I swear I've seen folks gush about the LAB series before, but maybe I'm crazy... I love Fender tube stuff and my Session 400, but with a penchant for vintage gear, my interest was piqued....
By the way, I still absolutely love my Encore, I'll have to send you some photos soon from gigs this summer! |
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Len Amaral
From:
Rehoboth,MA 02769
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Posted 11 Aug 2016 5:24 am
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| Lab amps are pretty cool. I have a 112 version, can't remember the model number but sounds very nice with guitar. Have not played pedal steel through it. Another SS amp of mention is a Polytone and I have played steel guitar through it and it has a a jazzier vibe and sounds sweet with an archtop guitar. These amps have been out of production for decades so they may need service but mine are still working fine. |
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John Billings
From:
Ohio, USA
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Posted 11 Aug 2016 2:28 pm
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I had a LAB guitar amp with a 15" Electrovoice. Awesome for steel! I was very disappointed when I sold it and got a Vegas. Long story!
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Dr. Z Surgical Steel amp, amazing!
"74 Bud S-10 3&6
'73 Bud S-10 3&5(under construction)
'63 Fingertip S-10, at James awaiting 6 knees
'57 Strat, LP Blue
'91 Tele with 60's Maple neck
Dozen more guitars!
Dozens of amps, but SF Quad reverb, Rick Johnson cabs. JBL 15, '64 Vibroverb for at home.
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Lane Gray
From:
Topeka, KS
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Posted 12 Aug 2016 5:43 am
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The only drawback to a bass amp for pedal steel is the lack of reverb. If you have a reverb unit, nearly every bass amp will sound great for steel.
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2 pedal steels, a lapStrat, and an 8-string Dobro (and 3 ukes)
More amps than guitars, and not many effects |
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Ben Waligoske
From:
Denver, CO
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Posted 14 Aug 2016 2:18 pm
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| Thanks for all the responses guys... If I could get it at the right price, I might take a chance on it. Not sure what speaker is in it but if it's an old EV, that would be even more enticing. Thanks again, I'll keep folks posted if I end up getting it! |
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