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Post by roknfnrol on Jan 25, 2013 11:53:41 GMT -7
Correct, that is a reference pic since I stated that the input jack for the footswitch is "just like the maz18".
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Post by Deleted on Jan 25, 2013 13:50:48 GMT -7
^^^ Yep. The two EL 84s are the giveaway...
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Post by Deleted on Jan 25, 2013 13:53:03 GMT -7
That sounds awesome, Mike. Sounds like it would function as a useable solo bump--no? What we all hoped the Maz EQ bypass would be, but isn't.
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Post by Pete aka shouldb on Jan 25, 2013 14:37:45 GMT -7
^^^ Ah, I misunderstood the comment with the pic, doh! - thanks for the clarification. As you were
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Post by roknfnrol on Jan 25, 2013 14:56:40 GMT -7
That sounds awesome, Mike. Sounds like it would function as a useable solo bump--no? What we all hoped the Maz EQ bypass would be, but isn't. I've never played the Maz18 EQ Bypass, but the Remedy's is not a HUGE jump in volume. So it really seems ideal for a solo bump. I equate it to stepping on the best overdrive pedal ever
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Post by Pete aka shouldb on Jan 25, 2013 15:04:10 GMT -7
That sounds awesome, Mike. Sounds like it would function as a useable solo bump--no? What we all hoped the Maz EQ bypass would be, but isn't. I've never played the Maz18 EQ Bypass, but the Remedy's is not a HUGE jump in volume. So it really seems ideal for a solo bump. I equate it to stepping on the best overdrive pedal ever Does it alter the tone in the same way as the Maz18? or increase the drive level? I don't hear either on your video Mike, but would like your views
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Post by LT on Jan 25, 2013 16:21:08 GMT -7
Mike....I assume that the footswitch needed is a standard latching style that's easy to find/build?
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Post by roknfnrol on Jan 27, 2013 10:41:40 GMT -7
I've never played the Maz18 EQ Bypass, but the Remedy's is not a HUGE jump in volume. So it really seems ideal for a solo bump. I equate it to stepping on the best overdrive pedal ever Does it alter the tone in the same way as the Maz18? or increase the drive level? I don't hear either on your video Mike, but would like your views Yes, there is more drive and mids. I think because the Remedy is already a rocking amp the boost might not be as drastic as with the MAZ 18, does that make sense?
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Post by roknfnrol on Jan 27, 2013 10:43:29 GMT -7
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Post by Pete aka shouldb on Jan 27, 2013 12:26:17 GMT -7
Does it alter the tone in the same way as the Maz18? or increase the drive level? I don't hear either on your video Mike, but would like your views Yes, there is more drive and mids. I think because the Remedy is already a rocking amp the boost might not be as drastic as with the MAZ 18, does that make sense? It does, and that, IMHO, is a good thing. I found the Maz "bump" not to my liking as it totally altered the tone, for me anyway. I'd rather have less of a volume boost, and more drive, which is what you say happens with the Remedy, then if I need more volume, I can kick in a clean boost. It's easier to add more, than subtract, if you see what I mean.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 27, 2013 16:59:35 GMT -7
Yeah--the Maz bypass is either an on or off thing--not something you'd kick on mid-song for an extra solo boost, most liekly (not that it couldn't ever work, but I've never been able to figure it out). What would be nice is something along the lines of the 65 amps solo bump, maybe with its own volume control. It's the one feature I miss on my old Lonestar Special. It'd be one less pedal to lug around.
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Post by Pete aka shouldb on Jan 28, 2013 4:38:41 GMT -7
^^^
Yeah, I remember when I had my Maz18 that the advice was to set the tone to taste using the Cut with the Bypass engaged, then turn it off and set the tone to match using the T,M,B controls. That way you get a solo bump without a huge change in tone. Unfortunately for me, I needed a bit more drive too, so I was jumping on pedals as well, and figured I might as well jump on a good clean boost as jump on a bypass bump pedal, so it ended up being on or off all the time.
Anyway, I digress! ;P
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Post by doctorice on Jan 28, 2013 8:17:42 GMT -7
I'd like to know what tone and volume differences you detect when switching the bypass on and off with the tone knobs maxed. Presumably, the Rem EQ is passive, unlike, say, the Z-28 and its kin. On the MAZ series I hear some additional gain in the situation I described.
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Post by roknfnrol on Jan 30, 2013 7:28:54 GMT -7
IMO, the volume difference is like setting an overdrive pedal a little higher than unity. And similarly, there is more mids and punch. I can't wait to gig with it, that will be the true test.
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Post by roknfnrol on Feb 1, 2013 14:19:28 GMT -7
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Post by Dustin on Feb 1, 2013 14:25:53 GMT -7
Here I was, minding my own business, perfectly content in my little RxJr induced euphoria, then I come across stuff like this. Now I'm convinced that I need an EQ bypass, MV modded Remedy...
Thanks for the demo vid: that Jr is exceptionally tasty sounding!
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Post by mytone100 on Feb 1, 2013 19:19:31 GMT -7
Sounds killer. That EQ bypass makes a big difference. Gota get mine done.
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Post by benttop (Steve) on Feb 1, 2013 19:51:52 GMT -7
Whoa! Nice!
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Post by LT on Feb 1, 2013 20:01:35 GMT -7
Mine just got its tune-up and while it was in the shop I had the EQ mod done. Can't wait to get it!
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Post by Andy 67 on Feb 2, 2013 4:14:02 GMT -7
It sounds awesome. Just for the sake of curiosity, do you remember the amp's settings? The worst thing is that I don't think I'll be able to get the mod done here in Spain... Tons of tone!!
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Post by Maddog on Feb 2, 2013 6:09:22 GMT -7
Dig the mod.... Sounds really great with the Jr! Nice guitar playing too, Mike!
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Post by Jaguarguy (Mike) on Feb 2, 2013 7:42:30 GMT -7
Did anyone else notice in Mike's video that almost every time he clicked on EQ bypass he got a smile,on his face?? Wonder what that means???
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Post by doctorice on Feb 2, 2013 8:25:02 GMT -7
Thanks for the second video, Mike. Nicely highlights tone and volume differences.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 2, 2013 9:02:46 GMT -7
Sounds great! Yeah--what settings?
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Post by vanceen on Feb 2, 2013 15:25:50 GMT -7
I hate to be contrarian, but through these crummy laptop speakers it just sounds like the gain has been goosed up a little bit when the EQ bypass is in. Or maybe it's my old worn out ears.
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Post by Pete aka shouldb on Feb 2, 2013 16:16:32 GMT -7
I hate to be contrarian, but through these crummy laptop speakers it just sounds like the gain has been goosed up a little bit when the EQ bypass is in. Or maybe it's my old worn out ears. I see what you mean, but if you listen through better speakers, you can hear for just a moment, the noticeable volume lift just before the mic compresses and cuts the volume on the recording to stop it clipping, so all you perceive is a lift in gain (which is there too)......... at least, that's what I seem to hear, but as I say, with better speakers. Hope I'm right! Mike?
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Post by LT on Feb 2, 2013 16:18:14 GMT -7
Great sound Mike.......and dang good playin' too! What speaker are we listening to, and is it in a closed cab?
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Post by JSA61 on Feb 2, 2013 20:33:30 GMT -7
I hate to be contrarian, but through these crummy laptop speakers it just sounds like the gain has been goosed up a little bit when the EQ bypass is in. Or maybe it's my old worn out ears. I see what you mean, but if you listen through better speakers, you can hear for just a moment, the noticeable volume lift just before the mic compresses and cuts the volume on the recording to stop it clipping, so all you perceive is a lift in gain (which is there too)......... at least, that's what I seem to hear, but as I say, with better speakers. Hope I'm right! Mike? I Believe your right Pete. I have some upgraded speakers on my PC. I can hear a boost in volume as well as gain...I think. Mike?
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Post by roknfnrol on Feb 4, 2013 7:15:06 GMT -7
Sounds great! Yeah--what settings? -Thanks! The EQ settings were at noon, the volume knobs where around 10 o'clock. I hate to be contrarian, but through these crummy laptop speakers it just sounds like the gain has been goosed up a little bit when the EQ bypass is in. Or maybe it's my old worn out ears. -There is a bump in volume, gain, and some added thickness in the mids. Thanks! Great sound Mike.......and dang good playin' too! What speaker are we listening to, and is it in a closed cab? -Thanks! The speaker is the (amazing) Weber DT-12. It's loaded in my 1x12 Avatar Vintage open-back cab. I love this speaker, really works great with the Remedy.
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Post by JSA61 on Feb 4, 2013 8:02:54 GMT -7
Great sound Mike.......and dang good playin' too! What speaker are we listening to, and is it in a closed cab? -Thanks! The speaker is the (amazing) Weber DT-12. It's loaded in my 1x12 Avatar Vintage open-back cab. I love this speaker, really works great with the Remedy. I will just echo what others have said, the demo sounds great. I'm really glad to hear your report of the Weber. I was considering the heritage greenbacks even though they don't fit my budget. Been waiting to hear about the Weber since I first heard of them. Thanks.
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