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Forums :: Ask Amp Tech Expert Skip Simmons

Peavey Classic 50W 4x10

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Sun, 03/10/2013 - 01:06
JUHA KOSONEN
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Hi !

What about that amp?
Is there something to do to get this one more harp friedly?
I just bought one but it's very bright sounding and lot of feedback.

thanks! jk

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Wed, 03/13/2013 - 08:15
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Expert Skip Simmons
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Peavey Classic 50

Hello JK- It would certainly be worth trying lower-gain subs for the 12AX7 tubes, and if it has 4-10s, I would suggest disconnecting two of them. I'm sure that a great player could sound fine with that amp (especially outdoors) but mere mortals will have a tough time getting a good sound without feedback. Don't be tempted by actual mods involving circuit changes or soldering. Keep looking for a good deal on a more appropriate amp, then sell the Peavey.

Skip Simmons

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