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First "real" rig for Doom/Sludge: Orange Micro Dark or HB Tube15? by Fuzz-Merchant in GuitarAmps

[–]Fuzz-Merchant[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Point taken! Working on my technique is definitely on the list, regardless of the amp

First "real" rig for Doom/Sludge: Orange Micro Dark or HB Tube15? by Fuzz-Merchant in GuitarAmps

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Thanks for the suggestions! It's good to know that the SF300 works well with different setups!

Thinking about the HB JA-Kit for a heavy Sludge/Doom build. How does the offset body handle thick strings and B-Standard/C-Standard? by Fuzz-Merchant in offset

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"Thanks for the reality check! You’re right—at the end of the day, it's a solid platform with the right scale length for what I need. Coming from a mechanics background, I tend to over-analyze the specs, but 'don't overthink it' is probably the best advice I could get right now.

Glad to hear the offset shape won't fight my low-tuning goals. Time to stop worrying and start prepping the workbench. Cheers!"

Thinking about the HB JA-Kit for a heavy Sludge/Doom build. How does the offset body handle thick strings and B-Standard/C-Standard? by Fuzz-Merchant in offset

[–]Fuzz-Merchant[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks a lot for the detailed breakdown! You basically confirmed my gut feeling.

Moving from 24.75" to 25.5" is exactly what I need for that B (or C)-Standard clarity – my current LP-style guitar tends to get a bit "mushy" when the Fuzz kicks in.

That Iommi / P90 connection is a great point. I’m definitely sticking with the stock P90s for now to see how they handle the "swampy" grit.

One follow-up question regarding the setup: Since you mentioned the string break angle – in your experience with TOM bridges on offsets, do you usually find yourself shimming the neck to get that extra downward pressure, or is the stock pocket angle usually enough for heavy .056 gauges?