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Post by trojanhov on Nov 19, 2020 9:49:56 GMT -7
Just shipped my Z-Lux chassis out to Don for my update yesterday. Shipping from SoCal was not cheap, but with the improvements seems extremely worth it. The z-lux is my favorite amp and a splashier reverb and stronger master volume seems like a no brainer. I feel like I just ordered a new amp.
Also Don is awesome to work with. Takes time to explain things and I never felt rushed when talking to him. Good on you man. Affirms why buying a Z is more than just the amp, the customer service is top notch
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Post by premiumplus (Dave) on Nov 19, 2020 15:30:18 GMT -7
Don's first rate, I had the pleasure of visiting face to face last week. Great guy to talk with, he loves his craft. You're going to love the upgrades, I REALLY DIG MINE! It's completely worth it. And get the Silver/Black switch too, it's well worth doing.
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Post by trojanhov on Nov 19, 2020 15:33:49 GMT -7
Don's first rate, I had the pleasure of visiting face to face last week. Great guy to talk with, he loves his craft. You're going to love the upgrades, I REALLY DIG MINE! It's completely worth it. And get the Silver/Black switch too, it's well worth doing. How would you describe what that switch does? What do you notice? Don said it would be a feel thing
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Post by premiumplus (Dave) on Nov 19, 2020 17:49:41 GMT -7
It does change the feel of the amp. It changes the character of the amp's power supply, makes it stiffer or saggier.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 19, 2020 19:09:14 GMT -7
What are these MKII Z Lux mods you speak of?
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Post by Rockerfeller on Nov 19, 2020 20:38:24 GMT -7
Don's first rate, I had the pleasure of visiting face to face last week. Great guy to talk with, he loves his craft. You're going to love the upgrades, I REALLY DIG MINE! It's completely worth it. And get the Silver/Black switch too, it's well worth doing. I have to admit, that I've never heard of this switch mod. There's nothing about it on the mothership website. I'm definitely intrigued now, just sent Don and email.
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Post by Rockerfeller on Nov 20, 2020 15:23:19 GMT -7
I was checking out the new Zlux photos online and I can't see that switch anywhere. Is that a something that doesn't come stock on new models?
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Post by thatstatuemoved on Nov 21, 2020 10:35:21 GMT -7
I do not see any mods for the z-lux on the website. Am I missing it somewhere?
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Post by nmz on Nov 21, 2020 11:46:45 GMT -7
I do not see any mods for the z-lux on the website. Am I missing it somewhere? Not on the website, check the Zlux section for the thread. Loving the updates as well. Hard to imagine but I like the boost even more now.
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Post by trojanhov on Nov 21, 2020 12:57:34 GMT -7
I do not see any mods for the z-lux on the website. Am I missing it somewhere? Not on the website, check the Zlux section for the thread. Loving the updates as well. Hard to imagine but I like the boost even more now. I’m hoping for an improvement in the boost might put the eqd boost in the board
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Post by nmz on Nov 21, 2020 14:31:08 GMT -7
Not on the website, check the Zlux section for the thread. Loving the updates as well. Hard to imagine but I like the boost even more now. I’m hoping for an improvement in the boost might put the eqd boost in the board Actually I followed in BW’s footprints of mostly playing the Lux w/boost for whole shows. Really liked how it thickened things. Now it’s that but the gain comes though a little more.
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Post by premiumplus (Dave) on Nov 21, 2020 16:16:43 GMT -7
When Don had my Z-Lux he wrote me and said that the black/silver switch was something he'd come up with and liked. He said that he'd tried it on my 'Lux, liked it, and asked me if I wanted to try it out. So it's not really a mod that they're advertising. There needs to be an extra hole drilled in the chassis and in my case it covers up some of the safety info.
I don't want to talk about it much publicly and cause problems at the shop. Call Don if you're interested would be my recommendation.
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Post by bzl on Nov 23, 2020 14:32:53 GMT -7
I’m hoping for an improvement in the boost might put the eqd boost in the board Actually I followed in BW’s footprints of mostly playing the Lux w/boost for whole shows. Really liked how it thickened things. Now it’s that but the gain comes though a little more. I do the same with my maz 8
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Post by mytone100 on Nov 29, 2020 13:49:29 GMT -7
I bought a new one a couple weeks ago, well a 2018 and had it shipped straight to Z Head Quarters. I was in the process of buying this style amp and keep hearing great things about the Z-Lux. I'm not hear to comment on the tone just Z's Customer Service or Don in particular. He' helped me with my Remedy, the Nova and now the Z-Lux and the Customer Service he provides is some of the best if not the very best I've ever encountered. Customer Service like that makes you proud of that big Z on the front of these amps.
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Post by trojanhov on Nov 29, 2020 16:23:39 GMT -7
I bought a new one a couple weeks ago, well a 2018 and had it shipped straight to Z Head Quarters. I was in the process of buying this style amp and keep hearing great things about the Z-Lux. I'm not hear to comment on the tone just Z's Customer Service or Don in particular. He' helped me with my Remedy, the Nova and now the Z-Lux and the Customer Service he provides is some of the best if not the very best I've ever encountered. Customer Service like that makes you proud of that big Z on the front of these amps. My thoughts exactly. Makes me proud to rock the amps cuz I know good dudes made them
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Post by JasonM on Nov 29, 2020 16:36:40 GMT -7
I have also had nothing but an extremely good experience with Z headquarters and Don in particular. From emails to talking on the phone he is there for you and your amp. I got billed for my Z-Luz updates last Wednesday so if all goes well it may ship this week and be back to me soon.
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Post by trojanhov on Nov 30, 2020 16:07:20 GMT -7
I’m hoping for an improvement in the boost might put the eqd boost in the board Actually I followed in BW’s footprints of mostly playing the Lux w/boost for whole shows. Really liked how it thickened things. Now it’s that but the gain comes though a little more. Would love some clips of the boost on and off if u got any!! Considering getting the eqd foot switch to put on my board. Hovik
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Post by premiumplus (Dave) on Nov 30, 2020 17:42:07 GMT -7
Yeah, the boost especially after the mod is better. It grinds and od's so sweetly. Very cool, you're gonna love it.
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Post by nmz on Nov 30, 2020 23:42:25 GMT -7
Actually I followed in BW’s footprints of mostly playing the Lux w/boost for whole shows. Really liked how it thickened things. Now it’s that but the gain comes though a little more. Would love some clips of the boost on and off if u got any!! Considering getting the eqd foot switch to put on my board. Hovik Sorry no clips. I did get the “new” boost pedal and love having it on my board, especially with the indicator light!
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Post by ruby on Apr 15, 2021 0:46:12 GMT -7
Actually I followed in BW’s footprints of mostly playing the Lux w/boost for whole shows. Really liked how it thickened things. Now it’s that but the gain comes though a little more. Would love some clips of the boost on and off if u got any!! Considering getting the eqd foot switch to put on my board. Hovik What exactly is an eqd footswitch?
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Post by KeithA on Apr 15, 2021 4:05:03 GMT -7
Would love some clips of the boost on and off if u got any!! Considering getting the eqd foot switch to put on my board. Hovik What exactly is an eqd footswitch? It's the newer-type 'EQ Bypass" footswitch built by Earthquaker Devices for Dr Z.
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Post by trojanhov on Apr 15, 2021 6:47:58 GMT -7
Would love some clips of the boost on and off if u got any!! Considering getting the eqd foot switch to put on my board. Hovik What exactly is an eqd footswitch? Earthquaker devices makes the new foot switches now. More pedal board friendly
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Post by ruby on Apr 15, 2021 11:17:07 GMT -7
I've seen the smaller footswitch with the LED but does it change the eq of the boost in any way in comparison to the old version? I mean, the change in sound would probably have to happen in the amp instead of the switch but i was wondering if the boost would sound different with an early version Z-lux and a standard footswitch as opposed to a new smaller footswitch combined with the newest mods/upgrades to the amp.
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Post by premiumplus (Dave) on Apr 18, 2021 16:38:12 GMT -7
I've seen the smaller footswitch with the LED but does it change the eq of the boost in any way in comparison to the old version? I mean, the change in sound would probably have to happen in the amp instead of the switch but i was wondering if the boost would sound different with an early version Z-lux and a standard footswitch as opposed to a new smaller footswitch combined with the newest mods/upgrades to the amp. I very seriously doubt that there's any audible difference between the two footswitches. It's just a smaller box combined with an LED on/off indicator. The audio portion should be identical.
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