View Poll Results: Which amp do you prefer?
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This. The Peavey Bandit is a great option if you are considering going solid state. I picked up a NOS Bandit 65 for around 250 off of eBay. Such a well made combo amp with a ton of headroom.
Originally Posted by Jonathan0996
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10-26-2014 11:21 AM
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For a school amp for studying jazz, I would recommend the Fender '68 Custom Princeton Reverb. It is about $700 with free shipping from many online vendors. It is capable of delivering great tones for just about ANY kind of music. For jazz, just knock the bass and treble knobs back to about 1 and 1.
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For a school amp I'd want something I could also play rock gigs with and a Princeton of any stripe would be unlikely to have sufficient power. In that case I'd go with a Hot Rod Deluxe and do the tube mod thing. After all, if I were in school, I'd still be young enough to sling a heavy amp around without too much damage to the back Originally Posted by Greentone
These days -- fast approaching geezerhood -- I don't play with drummers who don't use brushes, so a Princeton works really well.
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what about new Roland Blues Cube amps...60 or 80 watt?
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Has anyone played one at all that isn't privy to first touch for pre-release demo? I don't think they are available for sale. Originally Posted by kris
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Blackface circuit Fender with reverb. All day, any day.
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It's pricey but the red plate makes some amazing black face circuit amps. I get compliments on my sound all the time.
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This is my best amp for Jazz 2X15" ( full rich ~~~ push a lot air )
Last edited by 999369; 08-17-2016 at 01:11 PM.
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Marshall Signature Series ~~~
4.4 cu.ft Compact Refrigerator With Freezer Shelf
Last edited by 999369; 08-19-2016 at 12:10 AM.
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The one with the toggle switch and the red light. It has to go on when I need it to.
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I don't think I've played any of them! Oh ... except the HRD, which sounded awesome.
I've been using a new Cube 40 in a rehearsal room. It sounds fine and it will go as loud as I'm ever going to want to play. If louder is necessary, there ought to be a PA. This model is not expensive and not heavy. It sounded good and it's feature-rich.
My main gigging amp is an old Roland JC55. It has two ten-inch speakers. 26 lbs. Loud as I need to play. I don't use the chorus feature. The reverb is good enough.
From the models you mentioned, you may need to play louder than I do. But, if you don't, you might consider some smaller amps to give your roadies a break <g>.
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Real Hard Trucker cabs or copies? Originally Posted by 999369
This is my best amp for Jazz 2X15" ( full rich ~~~ push a lot air )
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Best amp for jazz is Polytone mini brute.
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Time for new poll? This one is from 2013. I mean, I can understand why people want to flee 2017.
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I am not sure if there is a "best" amp for jazz or any kind of music. I'd suggest trying a few different amps you're interested in and pick the one you feel is best for you and your needs.
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Originally Posted by 999369
Marshall Signature Series ~~~
4.4 cu.ft Compact Refrigerator With Freezer Shelf
Gotta say it. Extremely cool amp.
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I haven't played all of them, but on that list, I like the sound of the HRD best among the ones I've played.
But, I played it in a rehearsal situation at relatively low volume. I've read posts to the effect that it isn't as good if you need a lot of volume.
I think there should be a category of "best jazz amp up a long flight of stairs" -- and that probably wouldn't be the HRD.
And, as long as I'm breaking things down further ... what about "best jazz amp with a 30 day return privilege"?
I usually gig with a JC55. It usually sounds fine, but, every now and then, it sounds awful to me. I used to think it was the room, but last Tuesday, I played my usual gig with exactly the same band setup and I hated the way the amp sounded for the first set.
My point is that I can't tell what an amp is going to sound like based on hearing it in a store. I can't even be sure what it's going to sound like from one gig - or set - to the next.
And then, there can be a big difference depending on where you put it on the bandstand. The original Lunchbox amp was widely praised a few years back. I have one. It sounds totally different on the floor vs. on a stand. Ideally, I think, it should be on the floor in front of the band, facing the audience with nothing in the way. But, if you have to put it behind people's legs, it's hard to get enough volume. If you put it on a stand, it loses bass frequencies and sounds shrill. I couldn't use it. I'm aware though, that the Seasons Guitar Quartet (Wilson, Koontz, Pinheiro, Lage) toured with four of them (on the floor, when I saw them, with each player using a different FX box with it).
So, what about "best jazz amp that will sound at least minimally acceptable across the widest range of situations"?.
Anecdote: a couple of years ago I played an AER compact 60 in a store and thought, "eh". Two weeks ago I heard Jack Wilkins play through one at the Zinc Bar and I wanted to run out and buy the same guitar, amp, strap and music stand.
What about "best jazz amp for the particular version of jazz I play"?
So, overall, if I was just playing in one place at a modest volume, I'd go with the HRD.
But, if it was an amp that I want to gig with, I'd prioritize weight, return privilege and adequate volume.
What about "best jazz amp for Public Transportation"?
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"If an amp works it's a good amp." - Barney Kessel
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You should also consider the Peavey Bandit. A lot of amp for not a lot of money and very under rated. Good punchy clean tone!
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I own a DV Mark Little Jazz. This Amp is one of the best. It sounds very clean and warm, Polytone like, but with a modern touch.
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Has anyone else tried the Roland Blues Cube Hot 30? It has a tube sound and feel, same electronics as in the larger wattage versions but without the distortion channel. 30 watts (switchable), 12" speaker, bass, mid and treble plus reverb. Simple and clean.
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My favorite amp for jazz is a black face super reverb but you’ll kill yourself lugging that around. I like the idea of using a head and plugging it into a cabinet. I like the Clarious like Pat Martino plays. Its light and all he does is bring his Clarious with him to each city and requests either a Mesa Boogie or a Marshall 4x12. I like to plug my head into a 15” speaker cabinet but depending on your budget and needs, you can create whatever is necessary. Have a cabinet at school and one for home and your set.
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I don't understand why Crate amps are never mentioned, because millions and millions got sold and used successfully by everyone. Nobody wants to admit it...
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My practice amp is a Crate GFX15, which is a 12 watt amp with an 8 inch speaker. I think it's a great sounding amp. It isn't loud, but if you raise it off the floor, it's not bad. I've played some medium size gigs with it by getting about head height. I use it regularly for rehearsing with a full big band -- the load-in makes it easier to take the smallest amp that works. Originally Posted by cosmic gumbo
I don't think they're built that well (details on request), but this is a good sounding amp that sells on CL and Ebay for around $40 used.
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