S2C22
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It did a search, and there was some that touched on some questions I have, but alot chimed in owning the pre-MKI, which doesn't really help.
Firstly, it seems many find the effects loop primarily fixed in the MKII, with only a small handful that I've found online beyond this forum. Those that have complained said a lower gain tube in the FX Loop slot fixes it, (if they have any issues at all).
I'm a tinkerer - I prefer EL34's, and was never really a fan of the JJ 6CA7's. Has anybody had an issues getting EL34's to bias up? Some amps don't have enough sweep, and if you don't get a hotter pair within range, they're tough to bias up. Plenty of sweep in the pots? My tube of choice is the KT77's.. I assume, since it's an EL34 derivative, it should be fine to use?
Great Master for lower volume when needed? I play at home alot at lower volumes, but I do get to crank it too.
How are the LEAD tones? Is it harmonically rich? All demos are just rhythm noodling - can't really hear and lead capabilities..
Lastly, what I haven't really found in my searches, is QC, and reliability. Any known issues? Any build quality problems? Are they pretty solid?
I found a deal under $999 brand new, but if there's any issues, I'd just pass, spend more, and get into used USA territory, (but I can't find any used Archons without loop problems, or crazy prices close to what they were new). I honestly would go with a different brand if I were spending much more.
Firstly, it seems many find the effects loop primarily fixed in the MKII, with only a small handful that I've found online beyond this forum. Those that have complained said a lower gain tube in the FX Loop slot fixes it, (if they have any issues at all).
I'm a tinkerer - I prefer EL34's, and was never really a fan of the JJ 6CA7's. Has anybody had an issues getting EL34's to bias up? Some amps don't have enough sweep, and if you don't get a hotter pair within range, they're tough to bias up. Plenty of sweep in the pots? My tube of choice is the KT77's.. I assume, since it's an EL34 derivative, it should be fine to use?
Great Master for lower volume when needed? I play at home alot at lower volumes, but I do get to crank it too.
How are the LEAD tones? Is it harmonically rich? All demos are just rhythm noodling - can't really hear and lead capabilities..
Lastly, what I haven't really found in my searches, is QC, and reliability. Any known issues? Any build quality problems? Are they pretty solid?
I found a deal under $999 brand new, but if there's any issues, I'd just pass, spend more, and get into used USA territory, (but I can't find any used Archons without loop problems, or crazy prices close to what they were new). I honestly would go with a different brand if I were spending much more.
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