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Post by rickyp on Dec 2, 2018 11:30:28 GMT -7
After seeing the Dave Baker demo video, I’m seriously considering replacing my Z-Plus with the Nova. I play in a band occasionally, and have been using my Tone King Falcon Grande (20 watts) at rehearsal, but we’ve got a new drummer that hits pretty hard, and I felt that I wasn’t as loud as I should be, and if I turned up any louder, the amp breaks up too much. Haven’t brought the Z-plus to a rehearsal yet, but I’m worried I’ll run into the same problem. Thoughts? Keep in mind that we do mic our amps on stage, but I’m concerned about stage volume. Maybe I’m just being silly...I’m not a pro musician. I just do it for fun.
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Post by pcns on Dec 2, 2018 11:48:38 GMT -7
I think you should try out your plus and see how it goes AND buy a NOVA anyway! You wont regret the NOVA
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Post by Chilly Gibbons (Todd T.) on Dec 2, 2018 12:15:26 GMT -7
There is only one answer to this question, yes - you definitely need a Nova! So go ahead, get your order in now that you the only possible correct answer.
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Post by nmz on Dec 2, 2018 15:06:02 GMT -7
Try your plus first like Todd said. The Nova has a ton of drive in it. Depending on what you do you might not get the headroom you might need. If you like edge of breakup and beyond Nova delivers.
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Post by premiumplus (Dave) on Dec 2, 2018 18:24:21 GMT -7
Everybody needs a Nova!
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Post by LT on Dec 2, 2018 19:21:12 GMT -7
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Post by Rockerfeller on Dec 3, 2018 7:37:33 GMT -7
My experience here is that if you are asking that question, you have probably already ordered the amp! At least in your mind! If you are not sure about it, check out Lance's video.
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Post by rickyp on Dec 3, 2018 17:20:52 GMT -7
My experience here is that if you are asking that question, you have probably already ordered the amp! At least in your mind! If you are not sure about it, check out Lance's video. I think my first black tolex Z is gonna be a Nova!
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Post by KeithA on Dec 4, 2018 15:17:14 GMT -7
My experience here is that if you are asking that question, you have probably already ordered the amp! At least in your mind! If you are not sure about it, check out Lance's video. I think my first black tolex Z is gonna be a Nova! My therapy sessions haven't gotten me to that point yet !
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Post by doctorice on Dec 4, 2018 18:25:20 GMT -7
I think my first black tolex Z is gonna be a Nova! My therapy sessions haven't gotten me to that point yet ! There's probably still time to get a NOVA, Keith . Fabulous amp.
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Post by LT on Dec 4, 2018 20:18:18 GMT -7
My experience here is that if you are asking that question, you have probably already ordered the amp! At least in your mind! If you are not sure about it, check out Lance's video. I think my first black tolex Z is gonna be a Nova! You can still get one in Red or Blonde! It's a great amp!
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Post by blueser7 on Dec 6, 2018 7:31:54 GMT -7
I think my first black tolex Z is gonna be a Nova! You can still get one in Red or Blonde! It's a great amp! I tried to pull the trigger and order a red one a couple weeks ago and the good Dr told me I was too late!
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Post by KeithA on Dec 6, 2018 7:49:11 GMT -7
You can still get one in Red or Blonde! It's a great amp! I tried to pull the trigger and order a red one a couple weeks ago and the good Dr told me I was too late! I suspect the availabilty of red cabs is subject to whatever stock had on hand as the year closed out. That's why I jumped on my Z-80 when I did in September. I didn't want to run the risk of the red ones running out
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Post by Chilly Gibbons (Todd T.) on Dec 6, 2018 8:11:35 GMT -7
I tried yesterday too and found out the red and blonde Novas were available until mid November’s official release.
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Post by KeithA on Dec 6, 2018 8:24:26 GMT -7
I tried yesterday too and found out the red and blonde Novas were available until mid November’s official release. Ah, that makes sense.....
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Post by Chilly Gibbons (Todd T.) on Dec 6, 2018 9:06:21 GMT -7
I REALLY like the black wreck scheme and it goes with most of my other Zs but thought red would be perfect this particular amp. Kind of like a red Monza. No biggie.
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Post by KeithA on Dec 6, 2018 9:49:37 GMT -7
I REALLY like the black wreck scheme and it goes with most of my other Zs but thought red would be perfect this particular amp. Kind of like a red Monza. No biggie. Lol...I don't see the black happening for me but never say never. We'll see what happens if the X-Ray ever makes it to production
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Post by rickyp on Dec 19, 2018 22:39:57 GMT -7
Might still get the Nova at some point...but I’m itching for a Z-Wreck combo. And I’m LOVING my Z-Plus
My name is Rick, and I’m addicted to Dr. Z amps.
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Post by nicholas on Dec 20, 2018 15:56:58 GMT -7
My name is Rick, and I’m addicted to Dr. Z amps. Lol. There's worse things to be addicted to :-)
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Post by premiumplus (Dave) on Dec 20, 2018 20:54:14 GMT -7
I found that the alcohol and cocaine I used to be addicted to were not good investments...Z Amps hold their value much, much better .
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Post by djcakadave on Dec 30, 2018 18:26:46 GMT -7
I found that the alcohol and cocaine I used to be addicted to were not good investments...Z Amps hold their value much, much better . Did you grow up in my neighborhood?
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Post by premiumplus (Dave) on Dec 30, 2018 18:36:42 GMT -7
I found that the alcohol and cocaine I used to be addicted to were not good investments...Z Amps hold their value much, much better . Did you grow up in my neighborhood? Haha, Long Beach California, man!
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Post by djcakadave on Dec 30, 2018 19:06:06 GMT -7
Did you grow up in my neighborhood? Haha, Long Beach California, man! Not that far my brother! I grew up in San Diego!
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Post by Rockerfeller on Dec 30, 2018 20:47:13 GMT -7
Manhattan Beach. I miss the water!
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Post by purpletele on Dec 30, 2018 20:55:50 GMT -7
Did you grow up in my neighborhood? Haha, Long Beach California, man! What are you doing in the cold Dave?
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Post by premiumplus (Dave) on Dec 31, 2018 7:15:29 GMT -7
Haha, Long Beach California, man! What are you doing in the cold Dave? Freezing, haha...I rode the alcohol/drug addiction wave across the country and ended up crashing in Michigan. Three years later I got sober (in 1990). I went back to college as a freshman at age 40, got my BSEE degree, and re-built my life. Never made it back to California and I doubt if I would want to now. No offense to all my west coast brothers but it's too expensive and way too crowded now. I do miss the weather...
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Post by premiumplus (Dave) on Dec 31, 2018 7:19:49 GMT -7
Manhattan Beach. I miss the water! Dig! Me too...I'll never forget the happy days spent body surfing at Huntington Beach Pier. Or the nights partying at Rat Beach out in Palos Verdes. Good times.
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Post by Rockerfeller on Dec 31, 2018 9:16:57 GMT -7
Manhattan Beach. I miss the water! Dig! Me too...I'll never forget the happy days spent body surfing at Huntington Beach Pier. Or the nights partying at Rat Beach out in Palos Verdes. Good times. Rat beach? We might know each other Dave!
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Post by premiumplus (Dave) on Dec 31, 2018 9:23:46 GMT -7
Dig! Me too...I'll never forget the happy days spent body surfing at Huntington Beach Pier. Or the nights partying at Rat Beach out in Palos Verdes. Good times. Rat beach? We might know each other Dave! We just might. I would have been the one with a bottle of Boone's Farm Apple Wine and a 6-pack of Coors...along with the prerequisite joint or two. Crazy times for sure. Spent some great nights out there, never did see any cops. Wonder why? Seems like everybody knew about Rat.
Don't you love the way a thread can meander about here on Z-Talk? I really do think the OP should buy a Nova. EVERYBODY needs a Nova!!!
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