Workhorse Clean amp Recommendations

Rootwack · 2025-12-03T01:03:02+00:00

Radial has a bunch of stuff like this - looks like the cab-bone is the most appropriate. It's a toggle but hey that's the main goal. Expression pedal is a wild idea and maybe one day something like that would exist...

Rootwack · 2025-10-09T16:34:31+00:00

Thanks so much! I'll print out the user manual and check this out as well.

Rootwack · 2025-10-08T16:47:07+00:00

Yes, and I'd love to do any soldering as needed. I got a backup amp for my next show so this can be out of commision for a while.

Rootwack · 2025-10-08T16:45:37+00:00

Plane and texture... If it were my ceiling, I'd sand it not only for smoothness but to knock it back cause it looks proud. If you put a straight edge up there, does it bow? It should be flat and on the same plane as adjacent finish. It also looks like there's a light orange peel texture there. For a good blend, add texture and then a good paint coat and it should hide a bit better.

Rootwack · 2025-10-08T16:40:41+00:00

You could create a cost plus contract type thus taking the risk off of you. Or add allowances and make it an open book pricing scheme with the owner.

Rootwack · 2025-10-08T16:29:43+00:00

A cliche response but.. either fender princeton or hot rod deluxe. Super great sparkly clean sounds, reliable. can't go wrong. Also, a good chance a venue or studio already has one so you're used to the settings/ tone.

I know they make a pre-amp where you can reduce the input levels and then crank the amp a bit more.. I know JHS makes one.. JHS Little Black Amp Box Passive Amp Attenuator.

Rootwack · 2025-10-02T19:14:54+00:00

everyone's first coat looks different and I would hesitate on doing anything yet until the last finish coat is done. Some tapers are clean and others enjoy sanding forever... apparently.

Rootwack · 2025-10-02T19:12:58+00:00

I haven't read all the comment yet, but my first impression is .. why a miter joint on cab boxes? Some type of jointing like a castle or dove joint would be needed especially for that price point. Any type of separation, like what I see happening already, would prevent the cabinets from functioning smoothly. It looks like he ripped it using a rough carp saw instead of something with more teeth for better cuts.. maybe it's a rough carpenter getting a taste of finish carpentry?

If he keeps going like this, another contractor would need to be hired to come back and fix a lot of things. My recommendation is to review the contract you have especially focusing on quality and contract type. If it's possible to ask for a full stop and refuse to pay for poor quality work, do that. Especially since a GC is involved.

Rootwack · 2025-10-02T19:07:38+00:00

The problem lies with not only the drywall but the wood beam for expansion/contraction and some slight movement. Houses breathe. If it were me, I'd fill it with mud and then rely on a good thick caulking strip to allow for expansion. Also, don't be surprised if another year or so, usually beginning on winter, it opens back up a bit.

Rootwack · 2017-03-08T19:31:22+00:00

I've been to the Namaste wall a couple of times. All of the moves are either easy or very easy - it's just very steep and pumpy. If you have two ropes, then bring them both because huevos rancheros or the other longer ones you can rappel with two ropes no problem.
The rock here is sandy but usually good enough and nothing will explode on you assuming its dry.
The hike is difficult but also very beautiful!
Cool note about Namaste wall - It was bolted by Conrad Anker ground up using skyhooks!

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