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Post by Rockerfeller on Sept 22, 2023 8:55:03 GMT -7
I just go off the phone with my Rep at Sweetwater. I asked him about the list for the new X-Ray. He told me that they're starting to get interest checks on it. He put me on his list of people to contact first when it comes out. Not that I need another amp. Nobody needs another amp. I don't. I do not. Period, end of story. I shouldn't even be looking. In fact, I'm not looking. I'm not.....but does it come in blonde?
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Post by Jaguarguy (Mike) on Sept 22, 2023 9:46:04 GMT -7
I just go off the phone with my Rep at Sweetwater. I asked him about the list for the new X-Ray. He told me that they're starting to get interest checks on it. He put me on his list of people to contact first when it comes out. Not that I need another amp. Nobody needs another amp. I don't. I do not. Period, end of story. I shouldn't even be looking. In fact, I'm not looking. I'm not..... Speak for yourself! 😆😆😆
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Post by RickJames on Sept 22, 2023 11:12:01 GMT -7
Yup, and I am not looking for a Carmen Ghia 35th anniversary!
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Post by Righty on Sept 22, 2023 13:14:42 GMT -7
Hey Rockerfeller... by any chance are you looking for a new best buddy? I'm just right down the road ya know. I'm pretty good at helping test out new gear. I'm also pretty good at drinking beer.
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Post by DocMartin on Dec 29, 2023 8:29:34 GMT -7
Any updates on when they may be delivered to dealers?
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Post by totaljangle on Dec 30, 2023 21:40:19 GMT -7
Anyone hear anything about the X-ray? When it might go on sale and what it sounds like? Heard the proto but sounded the same as the Stangray, I wanna see if doc gave it a better mid-control and better-voiced mids similar to the DB4 but with more of a jangly high-end and break up. Would be interesting to see if this is the case or if it sounds the same as the Stangray, hoping to hear more of that DB4 DNA in the lower mids with better breakup. Fingers crossed he hits it out of the park. Also seen some cool color options black on cream/blonde looks really nice
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Post by DRZ on Dec 31, 2023 8:52:21 GMT -7
Anyone hear anything about the X-ray? When it might go on sale and what it sounds like? Heard the proto but sounded the same as the Stangray, I wanna see if doc gave it a better mid-control and better-voiced mids similar to the DB4 but with more of a jangly high-end and break up. Would be interesting to see if this is the case or if it sounds the same as the Stangray, hoping to hear more of that DB4 DNA in the lower mids with better breakup. Fingers crossed he hits it out of the park. Also seen some cool color options black on cream/blonde looks really nice Since its New Years Eve I thought I would address this as gesture of a good coming year . I have mentioned numerous times how difficult it is to try and release two new amps at once, I thought I was capable but to my surprise it is a very difficult task for this old man. So I did direct more of my time in the release of the Z 80 and X Ray was a bit limited in final development. I'm still working hard to market the Z 80 , but I have started to return to finalizing the X Ray. Utilizing the 5879 and its rich tone characteristics I have addressed the sonic response of the 5879 and tweaked the X Ray to be more then just a Stang Ray MKII. I believe you will be pleased with the direction the X Ray is going and I'll leave at that since I'm digging the slight changes that I'm adding to the X Ray and not totally sure were it will finally end up. Z
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Post by KeithA on Dec 31, 2023 13:25:42 GMT -7
Anyone hear anything about the X-ray? When it might go on sale and what it sounds like? Heard the proto but sounded the same as the Stangray, I wanna see if doc gave it a better mid-control and better-voiced mids similar to the DB4 but with more of a jangly high-end and break up. Would be interesting to see if this is the case or if it sounds the same as the Stangray, hoping to hear more of that DB4 DNA in the lower mids with better breakup. Fingers crossed he hits it out of the park. Also seen some cool color options black on cream/blonde looks really nice Since its New Years Eve I thought I would address this as gesture of a good coming year . I have mentioned numerous times how difficult it is to try and release two new amps at once, I thought I was capable but to my surprise it is a very difficult task for this old man. So I did direct more of my time in the release of the Z 80 and X Ray was a bit limited in final development. I'm still working hard to market the Z 80 , but I have started to return to finalizing the X Ray. Utilizing the 5879 and its rich tone characteristics I have addressed the sonic response of the 5879 and tweaked the X Ray to be more then just a Stang Ray MKII. I believe you will be pleased with the direction the X Ray is going and I'll leave at that since I'm digging the slight changes that I'm adding to the X Ray and not totally sure were it will finally end up. Z I’ll be having one no matter where it ends up.
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Post by tumeniamps (Tom) on Jan 1, 2024 11:28:21 GMT -7
Anyone hear anything about the X-ray? When it might go on sale and what it sounds like? Heard the proto but sounded the same as the Stangray, I wanna see if doc gave it a better mid-control and better-voiced mids similar to the DB4 but with more of a jangly high-end and break up. Would be interesting to see if this is the case or if it sounds the same as the Stangray, hoping to hear more of that DB4 DNA in the lower mids with better breakup. Fingers crossed he hits it out of the park. Also seen some cool color options black on cream/blonde looks really nice Since its New Years Eve I thought I would address this as gesture of a good coming year . I have mentioned numerous times how difficult it is to try and release two new amps at once, I thought I was capable but to my surprise it is a very difficult task for this old man. So I did direct more of my time in the release of the Z 80 and X Ray was a bit limited in final development. I'm still working hard to market the Z 80 , but I have started to return to finalizing the X Ray. Utilizing the 5879 and its rich tone characteristics I have addressed the sonic response of the 5879 and tweaked the X Ray to be more then just a Stang Ray MKII. I believe you will be pleased with the direction the X Ray is going and I'll leave at that since I'm digging the slight changes that I'm adding to the X Ray and not totally sure were it will finally end up. Z You can be certain I'll be one of the first ones on the list when it's ready to launch!
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Post by totaljangle on Jan 1, 2024 20:32:32 GMT -7
Seems like it could be a really unique and cool-sounding amp,thanks Dr.Z Can't wait to hear what ya got! Happy New Year to everyone
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Post by DocMartin on Feb 8, 2024 18:56:01 GMT -7
Well guys, what do you think. We gettin any closer yet lol?
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Post by DRZ on Feb 9, 2024 3:16:48 GMT -7
Well guys, what do you think. We gettin any closer yet lol? Well no joke . We sent out the release letter yesterday to all our dealers and received 29 X Ray orders in a mater of minutes. They are built and will start shipping next week . Long road I know, but we don't sell grape juice . Great introductory price. Looking forward to getting them into your hands. We will be releasing more info today so stay tuned! Z
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Post by Chilly Gibbons (Todd T.) on Feb 9, 2024 4:10:33 GMT -7
Well guys, what do you think. We gettin any closer yet lol? Well no joke . We sent out the release letter yesterday to all our dealers and received 29 X Ray orders in a mater of minutes. They are built and will start shipping next week . Long road I know, but we don't sell grape juice . Great introductory price. Looking forward to getting them into your hands. We will be releasing more info today so stay tuned! Z By my estimates, Doc is up today at least 0500. He’s working on it. Cheers!
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Post by DocMartin on Feb 9, 2024 7:39:36 GMT -7
Hey Doc this is great news!! I appreciate the update, and I am really looking forward to this one.
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Post by DocMartin on Feb 16, 2024 10:35:38 GMT -7
I have been talking with my rep from Sweetwater as well. He didn’t know about the release, so I provided him with the details. Now He says I can expect it in early April.
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Post by DRZ on Feb 16, 2024 12:03:05 GMT -7
I have been talking with my rep from Sweetwater as well. He didn’t know about the release, so I provided him with the details. Now He says I can expect it in early April. Not sure if your rep has the currant story. Late last year I did a presentation of the X Ray & Z 80 at Sweetwater 110 salespeople signed in and watched , played , and asked questions of the two amps . Sweetwater has multiple X Ray Heads and Combo's on order and should have stock by months end. Z
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Post by DocMartin on Feb 16, 2024 16:05:40 GMT -7
I have been talking with my rep from Sweetwater as well. He didn’t know about the release, so I provided him with the details. Now He says I can expect it in early April. Not sure if your rep has the currant story. Late last year I did a presentation of the X Ray & Z 80 at Sweetwater 110 salespeople signed in and watched , played , and asked questions of the two amps . Sweetwater has multiple X Ray Heads and Combo's on order and should have stock by months end. Z Thanks for the information Dr Z. I may need to call Sweetwater directly then and speak with a different rep. He even told me I was the top of the list. Very odd.
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Post by Rockerfeller on Feb 20, 2024 6:52:37 GMT -7
Not sure if your rep has the currant story. Late last year I did a presentation of the X Ray & Z 80 at Sweetwater 110 salespeople signed in and watched , played , and asked questions of the two amps . Sweetwater has multiple X Ray Heads and Combo's on order and should have stock by months end. Z Thanks for the information Dr Z. I may need to call Sweetwater directly then and speak with a different rep. He even told me I was the top of the list. Very odd. My guy told ME I was at the top of the list! If only it was available in ....... red....
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Post by KeithA on Feb 23, 2024 11:16:24 GMT -7
Thanks for the information Dr Z. I may need to call Sweetwater directly then and speak with a different rep. He even told me I was the top of the list. Very odd. My guy told ME I was at the top of the list! If only it was available in ....... red.... Hey, I'd settle for a silver set head & cab (without wood valances).
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Post by DRZ on Feb 23, 2024 12:58:46 GMT -7
Hey, I'd settle for a silver set head & cab (without wood valances). That can be done as an upcharge. Black tolexed valances no hard wood and a 2X12 Retro 30 cab. Z
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Post by KeithA on Feb 23, 2024 13:57:55 GMT -7
Hey, I'd settle for a silver set head & cab (without wood valances). That can be done as an upcharge. Black tolexed valances no hard wood and a 2X12 Retro 30 cab. Z Oh my! I’m going to have to talk to my accountant tonight over a beer 😉
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Post by DocMartin on Feb 28, 2024 17:05:14 GMT -7
Just got the email from Sweetwater my head has shipped!! I still have a DB4 bluesbreaker combo, looking forward to comparing these two. I love the Db4, but I’m really looking forward to the master volume on the X-ray and portability of the head.
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Post by tumeniamps (Tom) on Feb 28, 2024 17:51:29 GMT -7
Just got the email from Sweetwater my head has shipped!! I still have a DB4 bluesbreaker combo, looking forward to comparing these two. I love the Db4, but I’m really looking forward to the master volume on the X-ray and portability of the head. Congratulations!! I can't wait to get that email.
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Post by Rockerfeller on Feb 29, 2024 7:06:37 GMT -7
I'm leaning towards the head too.
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Post by KeithA on Mar 2, 2024 12:08:58 GMT -7
Hey, I'd settle for a silver set head & cab (without wood valances). That can be done as an upcharge. Black tolexed valances no hard wood and a 2X12 Retro 30 cab. Z I decided not to be a pain in the a$$ L&M had 3 on order. So, I reserved one of them (head). I needed one black amp
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Post by doctorice on Mar 2, 2024 14:28:09 GMT -7
Mine is sitting at Humbucker, awaiting my return to home base so they can ship it. I opted for the combo 'cuz it looks so cool
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Post by KeithA on Mar 2, 2024 14:48:40 GMT -7
Mine is sitting at Humbucker, awaiting my return to home base so they can ship it. I opted for the combo 'cuz it looks so cool I have too many combos now. The combo would have been tempting but I have the Z-Plus, Z-28 mkII Z combos and another maker combo en route now. The head will have to do.
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Post by doctorice on Mar 12, 2024 13:19:17 GMT -7
Well, the combo is here, and it looks as cool as the pictures. Spent a little time with it and am just now going back for more. It sounds great; very strong EL84 vibe. Seems easy to dial in. Lots of range on the tone control; I should compare its range to the clicks on the DB4 sometime. Weighs more than a Z-Lux. I guess I'll have to hit the gym more often to be in shape to muscle this guy around for gigs Added: the chime is to die for....
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