EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

[MBreinin]

I would like an EL34 equipped amp, but I prefer combos since I just bedroom play.

I want something that I can crank up for power tube saturation, but I guess I can always use an attenuator if need be.

Basically, I am on a complete Eddie kick and I want that Brown Sound in something I can afford...i.e I CAN'T afford a Plexi!!!

I can get an OK Ed tone with my Behringer V-AMP Pro, but it isn't the same.

I haven't played a 3203 in ages, used to own one, did these have EL34's?

I guess I could think about a head cab combo.

I still think my JCM900 combo was one the best sounding amps I have ever played, even though everyone slams them....

Well, I am open. I have not purchased an amp in 10 years, yes 10 years..so I am little behind in what is good these days.

Mike

p.s. I will also do a search.

[markD]

Re: EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

get a rivera R30, or R55. they are small combos, EL-34 equipped and versatile.

[siggy14]

Re: EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

get a 2204 or the combo version, it is what i have and damn with a boss SD-1 in front i get that 80's sound, ask noodles, he played it on saturday.

From what i understand Eddie used the amps with the 6550's.

[quiksilver]

Re: EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

What about a Mesa Stiletto (perhaps used)? That would also give you a built in Variac, along with power attentuation.

[thetroy]

Re: EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

The THD Univalve seems awesome. I'm thinking about buying one myself

[Dreamland_Rebel]

Re: EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

mesa stilletto
marshall 2210
marshall 2203
carvin mts3200
peavey jsx

[Dreamland_Rebel]

Re: EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

and the jcm 900 (hey, i like it)

[charvelguy]

Re: EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

yes, a 3203 has el34's.

[jgcable]

Re: EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

I don't think any stock amp does a better brown sound than the 5150 with the proper settings. Modded amps are a different story.

[RickStar]

Re: EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

The Hughes and kettner TriAMp MKII. 4 el 34's

[MBreinin]

Re: EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

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I don't think any stock amp does a better brown sound than the 5150 with the proper settings. Modded amps are a different story.

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Really, because I have never played one..and always thought they were supposed to be too preamp gainy.

I don't have a clue though, so I am asking for an honest response.

Mike

[Fragle]

Re: EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

well, they do have a lot of preamp gain, but the crunch channel (clean with crunch engaged) is fantastic imho. even fuller than the lead channel imho.

[Top Jimmy B]

Re: EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

I have two Univalves, one of which is running an EL34, while the other runs a 6L6. The EL34 version gets closest to the Eddie tone and it has a built in Hot Plate, which is great for the type of playing you want to do. I paid $500 each for mine and absolutely love them both. Very cool little amps.

[MBreinin]

Re: EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

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I have two Univalves, one of which is running an EL34, while the other runs a 6L6. The EL34 version gets closest to the Eddie tone and it has a built in Hot Plate, which is great for the type of playing you want to do. I paid $500 each for mine and absolutely love them both. Very cool little amps.

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I am listening to the Univalve sound clips right now and that amp is BAD ASS.

Mike

[charvelguy]

Re: EL34 equipped amp suggestions?

You can actually use a yellow jacket tube convertor in them as well...they make them specifically for that amp so you can further reduce the volume to like a 8 - 10 watt amp if you need to. Even a Champ can get pretty damn loud that neighbors would be able to hear it many doors down.