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NZD: Ghia Lite Content Mar 18, 2017 1:35:39 GMT -7 heynewguy (Ol’ Bill), lowbudget, and 8 more like this

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Post by fishbeiner on Mar 18, 2017 1:35:39 GMT -7

Been Z-less for a little while as I've had a lot of things going on personally that have been a really big deal, but I finally found my way back to where I need to be in the Z-camp. The venerable Dr. Z Carmen Ghia with the new "retro" styling 1x12 Lite cab. Speaker is a Celestion Creamback 65. I do have to say that I truly think this is my favorite Z amp of all time. I've had several before, but Z-GAS has always gotten the better of me and I would move on too something else. But this time.. This Ghia ain't going anywhere...

And for those of you wondering, Dr. Z did an amazing job with the weight. Part of the reason I went for this particular one was because it made it much more manageable while retaining the 1x12 format. Average of weights: 36.61 Lbs (Using special straps and luggage scale, which is pretty accurate). Now that is pretty darn awesome!!

Thanks for making and improving such a great amp Doc!!

Deleted Deleted Member Posts: 0	NZD: Ghia Lite Content Mar 18, 2017 3:39:29 GMT -7 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Deleted on Mar 18, 2017 3:39:29 GMT -7 Congrats on the new Z! I've yet to try a Ghia. One of these days.

lowbudget Z-Natic Posts: 3,130	NZD: Ghia Lite Content Mar 18, 2017 5:42:29 GMT -7 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by lowbudget on Mar 18, 2017 5:42:29 GMT -7 Beautiful amp in a classic color, and great weight. Congrats!

Russell B Made-Man Have Z, will travel Posts: 5,843	NZD: Ghia Lite Content Mar 18, 2017 5:43:32 GMT -7 via the ProBoards App Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Russell B on Mar 18, 2017 5:43:32 GMT -7 Very cool! Love the Ghia!
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doctorice Made-Man Posts: 13,873	NZD: Ghia Lite Content Mar 18, 2017 6:41:00 GMT -7 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by doctorice on Mar 18, 2017 6:41:00 GMT -7 Nice! I like the Z Wreck cloth on it. Weighs only a few lbs. more than my 1x10 CG too.
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Deleted Deleted Member Posts: 0	NZD: Ghia Lite Content Mar 18, 2017 7:30:26 GMT -7 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Deleted on Mar 18, 2017 7:30:26 GMT -7 A beautiful Ghia indeed, Congratulations!

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NZD: Ghia Lite Content Mar 18, 2017 9:19:53 GMT -7

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Post by simpleton on Mar 18, 2017 9:19:53 GMT -7

The Ghia was my favorite too. The Cure with the level makes it better for an all around amp....but the Ghia is such an original sounding amp. Super cool with only two knobs, and now in that light cab!!! WOW, plus the green jewel light!!!

Beauty.

walt Z-Natic I got rock and roll to save me from the cold,and if that's all there is,that ain't so bad. Posts: 1,787	NZD: Ghia Lite Content Mar 18, 2017 9:30:54 GMT -7 doctorice and simpleton like this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by walt on Mar 18, 2017 9:30:54 GMT -7 Looks great!The volume is too low though..
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NZD: Ghia Lite Content Mar 18, 2017 15:17:54 GMT -7

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Post by lowbudget on Mar 18, 2017 15:17:54 GMT -7

Mar 18, 2017 6:41:00 GMT -7 doctorice said:

Nice! I like the Z Wreck cloth on it. Weighs only a few lbs. more than my 1x10 CG too.

Heck, it weighs less than mine!

If I'm remembering right my 1x10 Ghia with a Red Fang weighs 37.8 lbs.

fishbeiner Big Kahuna Posts: 848	NZD: Ghia Lite Content Mar 18, 2017 18:03:32 GMT -7 simpleton likes this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by fishbeiner on Mar 18, 2017 18:03:32 GMT -7 Mar 18, 2017 9:30:54 GMT -7 walt said: Looks great!The volume is too low though.. That was late in the evening.. It definitely goes up higher than that!!!

tpritchard New Member Posts: 23	NZD: Ghia Lite Content Mar 21, 2017 12:24:54 GMT -7 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by tpritchard on Mar 21, 2017 12:24:54 GMT -7 Other amps come and go, but my Ghia stays put. Welcome back to the club. I'd love to try a creamback in mine. I've been stuck on the H30 Anni for a while, but feel like the fuller mids might be a good move.
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tooloud: Back to this place with the new 'name' and the one lovely Carmen Ghia 2011. Last time I was here as '6stings' and with Z28 and Monza, that must be like 10 years ago

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