Lets talk amps...

[roodyrocker]

What they said

[Leo Chang]

What are the main difference between the Randall MTS and the Egnater Modular stuff?

If I remember correctly, Egnater designed the technological platform, and licensed it to Randall? So how do the two systems compare?


- Leo.

[jgcable]

They are virtually identical. Some say Egnater is better quality but both Randall and Egnater get their components from the same source. Egnater is more expensive because he is smaller. Randall buys their raw materials at a much higher volume. Its cheaper to buy stock Randall modules and have them modded if you need specific tones. I have been all over all the MTS boards and thats the general feeling from Egnater and MTS owners. I would guess that Twisteramps (Pete) would be the most qualified to answer this question.

[Hellbat]

If my memory serves, the Randall modules can be used in the Egnater modular amp but not the other way around. I think the RM100 can be modded to take the Egnater modules however. The only real difference other than some component differences is that the Egnater modules support 2 channels per card.

[jgcable]

If my memory serves, the Randall modules can be used in the Egnater modular amp but not the other way around. I think the RM100 can be modded to take the Egnater modules however. The only real difference other than some component differences is that the Egnater modules support 2 channels per card.

Correct.

[toxikdeth]

oh no the line 6 spider iv is going to crush the randall......not. I listened to the clips on the line 6 site sounds horrible

[lhrocker]

Both amps can use the other's modules, but Randall's will only use the first channel of the Egnaters 2 channel modules.

But..... you can have your RM100 modified by Egnater for $450 to take advantage of the 2 channel Egnater modules. Just what your wallet was looking for...

If my memory serves, the Randall modules can be used in the Egnater modular amp but not the other way around. I think the RM100 can be modded to take the Egnater modules however. The only real difference other than some component differences is that the Egnater modules support 2 channels per card.

[roodyrocker]

At NAMM 2 years ago Bruce Egnater told me the Egnater modules are generally voiced more for vintage type players whereas the Randall modules are more modern gain.
As far as interchangeability, older Egnater modules were single channel, newer ones are dual channel. They will work in the Randall amps but you only access one channel of the dual channel modules. I personally don't have any of the Egnater modules due to the high price. I've had good luck finding used Randall modules at a good price. I also spent some $ on the 2 modded modules I have from Pete and these are awesome!

[Rupe]

Yea.. I don't need any other amps anymore.

[jgcable]

That is pretty funny... can't argue with that.
I have a really good feeling that this is THE amp though. Only time will tell.

[Rupe]

I hope you found your sound...you've been chasing it for quite some time. Keep us updated on the Randall...I've had my eyes on these for a while but have yet to play one.
How does it compare to the Stiletto? (I still miss that amp)

[jgcable]

I hope you found your sound...you've been chasing it for quite some time. Keep us updated on the Randall...I've had my eyes on these for a while but have yet to play one.
How does it compare to the Stiletto? (I still miss that amp)

I haven't really been chasing "my" sound. I have been chasing an amp that feels good. Almost every amp I have ever owned had shortcomings.
The closest amp was the Soldano SLO. If it wasn't for that crappy loop I would have kept it.
I absolutely loved the Vetta but I didn't like how it got lost in the mix live.
I loved the JCM900 lead channel but it needed a tiny bit more gain.
The Legacy was another fantastic amp. It was just too powerful. Same thing with the Mark III. I couldn't get either amp past 3 live.
There have been tons and tons more amps throughout the year.
Regarding the Stiletto... it was outstanding and I should have kept it.
Mine had the Series 2 mod. I would recommend that amp to anybody.
At the time I was totally sold on modeling and had 2 Vetta's and a Marshall Plexi. I should have ditched all of them and kept the Stiletto. Instead.. I dumped the Plexi and the Stiletto. Dumb move. Really dumb.

[clifffclaven]

wow, jg. I played the stiletto, sounded muddy and terrible to me. the vetta, sounded fantastic. plexis? never ever been a fan of.

[Rupe]

I played the stiletto, sounded muddy and terrible to me.

Something was wrong with it or it was dialed in poorly...muddy is not an issue with the Stiletto...if anything, it can be a bit too bright. Aside from my old one (which is the one John owned), I've played several others...muddy is not a trait of that amp.

[jgcable]

Exactly. The Stiletto is bright and cutting. Sounds very much like a high gain modded Marshall or a really good Laney. Great features too and tons of tonal options. The Stiletto is a very nice amp.