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Post by cam on Dec 17, 2011 7:37:51 GMT -7
Guys/gals I don't post here much but I had to this time after last night's 1st gig with the Stang. I'd been looking for a Rati combo but came across this Stang 112 with a gold. I've had a Sting combo, #43 I think?.. 1 of 2... I'm an verified idiot for not keeping, also had an RxES, KT45, Maz Jr, and Z28.
But there's something I really like about this Stang... bandmates agree this one is the best yet. It's so articulate and punchy, can get a bit bright but easy to tweak. The cleaness seems to shine through even with gain pedals, it's like the pedals become part of the amp. This is the 1st Z amp that I even like the Effects Loop, though I don't use it. It's by far the best gigging amp I've had, and I've been blessed to try almost all of em.
My question is what's your all's opinion on the best higher gain pedal. From what I've read it seems the BB or the OCD, maybe the Barber for the heavier OD, but has anyone tried true Distortion pedals??? I need to cover Ozzy, Metallica, Nickleback etc... Right now the chain is Carl Martin Comp, Wampler Hot Wired ( a tad sterile ), Ibanez?? Hardwired Valve something ( too fizzy ) , modded Boss GE7, Keeley Trem, Strymon Timeline, Exotic EP1. Looking to for sure replace the Hardwire pedal for the heavier stuff and I need your "been there done that" opinion.
Also what compressors sound good with the Stang?
Thanks for your input... we have a great amp here!!!!! Cam
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Post by muzacman02 "Jamie" on Dec 17, 2011 10:51:59 GMT -7
Surh Riot! Kicks major butt with the ray and anything or the wampler pedals are really goode:)) PM Sent congrats, jamie
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Post by cam on Dec 18, 2011 7:34:48 GMT -7
Thanks for the response. I've had a Riot and it may sound different or better with a Stang but not what I'm looking for.
Anyone use a Tim or The Elements with a Stang?
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Post by Norrin Radd on Dec 18, 2011 12:45:29 GMT -7
Best pedal I've tried with the Ray - Landgraff Mo'D. I also really dig the CMAT Mods Brownie. I didn't care for the Riot. The Ray really needs something darker in character to dirt it up, IMO. It's such a bright amp to start with. YMMV.
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Post by Hohn on Dec 18, 2011 20:36:27 GMT -7
Best pedal I've tried with the Ray - Landgraff Mo'D. I also really dig the CMAT Mods Brownie. I didn't care for the Riot. The Ray really needs something darker in character to dirt it up, IMO. It's such a bright amp to start with. YMMV. I agree that the Ray needs a little darker OD. I don't have a lot of experience with different ODs. But I will say that both my FD2 (mosfet) and my Ethos sound just unreal through my amp. JMO
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Post by 6strang (aka Paul) on Dec 19, 2011 10:10:09 GMT -7
BB Preamp, Zendrive, Wampler Paisley, Wampler Plexidrive, and all TS variations that I have tried all sounded great through mine!
I love the RAY! Congrats!
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Post by theryanking on Dec 19, 2011 16:57:05 GMT -7
I use a Jetter GS3 and I love it. I get a lot of compliments on my sound. Not many on my playing.
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