This should be pinned.
Yes, please pin this! I don't use the effects loop on my Archon very much, but part of that lack of interest stems from just a little too much noise in the loop, unless using certain studio-type rack mount units (which seem to have a different impedance, and match the amp better). I need to make this mod, and I am comfortable doing so (I need to get a capacitor discharge stick, and maybe upgrade my ancient Radio Shack soldering iron kit), so maybe one day I will get around to getting it done.
EDIT: anybody recommend a particular type or brand of capacitor discharge stick? If I'm gonna spend $20 or so, may as well get the right one...
It’s a very common question around here.I PM'd Jamie to see if he would pin it
Sure isIt’s a very common question around here.
You’re welcome!
Thanks man for the detailed presentation, did not know the Archon also had FX loop issues, could you draw parallels to the MT15 issues?
I must say I am a bit disappointed to hear that, it looks like PRS made quite a few amps with FX loop issues but still went to put them on the market. Is that bad QC, bad design or does that happen to any other manufacturer?
I wish someone did this for the MT15!!!
For my Archon 100, it didn't matter what was in the loop, even just a patch cable. I had too much noise.
I ended using an Ebtech hum reduction unit and it's been amazing. Everything is now dead silent.i just sit it on top of thr head and it's the last thing before the loop return.