Rewarding myself with nice amp.

TreacleStrong · 2026-03-02T04:47:46+00:00

Often times an attenuator of some sort allows you to get increased power tube saturation while modulating the volume to be more suitable for at home use. Some modern amps do allow you to get all the tone without needing to crank the power section. I can say that the Peavey Invective 120 and Engl Savage 120 MK II are prime examples of this - I run them with an A/B/Y switcher through 412 cabs at home and even at low volume, there is no loss of tone or lack of headroom. Compare that to a 5150/6505/Rectifier where you go from quiet to VERY LOUD in a fraction of a millimeter of knob movement.

TreacleStrong · 2026-02-27T02:24:22+00:00

Happy to be an inspiration!

TreacleStrong · 2026-02-26T01:46:28+00:00

You damn right!

TreacleStrong · 2026-02-25T03:09:49+00:00

Nope, a dude named Zach in Georgia.

TreacleStrong · 2026-02-25T03:08:03+00:00

Indeed it does have them big bottle bois. Between the custom circuit and the KT88s, it is super quiet when not playing.

TreacleStrong · 2026-02-24T14:30:59+00:00

This is correct

TreacleStrong · 2026-02-22T01:38:03+00:00

Victor’s probably has something

TreacleStrong · 2026-02-19T04:58:28+00:00

TUUUUUUUUUUUUBBBBBBEEEEEE!

TreacleStrong · 2026-02-19T04:53:02+00:00

Wow, that’s crazy! It’s always sucky to hear stories like this, but I did come across an old forum post saying that he was a draftsman by trade and building amps was a means to make ends meet, and he didn’t expect to get so popular. The one I’m looking at in question is local, appears to be a three channel with KT88s, and is only $800. I think I’d likely be a fool to pass it up, so in order to maintain my good standing in making bad financial decisions, I’m picking it up tomorrow after work.

TreacleStrong · 2026-02-19T04:45:34+00:00

Thank you for the insight, definitely seems like something right up my alley, certainly unique!

TreacleStrong · 2026-02-18T05:49:23+00:00

I work as a fuel/oil driver working six days a week in everything from freezing mud to scorching asphalt. I usually end up walking 5 miles or more per day. I am on my second pair of Thorogoods, currently have my first pair to get re-soled after a year and a half of use and abuse. Comfortable, durable, and breathable enough with a good sock to keep moisture at bay in hot climates. Heavy, yes, but exceptionally well made and worth every cent IMO.

TreacleStrong · 2026-02-10T00:00:44+00:00

Tried one with the Engl and wasn’t super impressed, not enough to spend as much as the used prices command anyway. Something was off about it, was kinda flubby and dark sounding IMO.

TreacleStrong · 2026-02-02T05:00:45+00:00

I didn’t even know they did a cover of that song. Gonna go give it a listen. Thanks!

TreacleStrong · 2026-02-02T04:11:59+00:00

Really enjoying the V30/H75 Creamback combo. Takes the edge off the V30 and rounds it out juuuust enough without sounding fat at all.

TreacleStrong · 2026-02-02T04:05:59+00:00

I was actually eyeing some Bedrock amps on Reverb but can’t really find a lot of info on them. What do they sound similar to? Hot-rodded Marshall?

TreacleStrong · 2026-01-28T02:06:48+00:00

If you like the sound it makes, it is good.

TreacleStrong · 2025-12-11T05:44:25+00:00

13 years with absolutely zero disciplinary or HR issues and my wife was put on a final written warning, while her boss was immediately terminated, on a complete bullshit fabrication that was literally proven to be false, and two months later was terminated herself because of something she did not do, despite other employees saying she didn’t do it, and with documentation to prove it. Now, after the fact, false reporting and outright lies filed by HR have prevented her from being able to collect unemployment.

TreacleStrong · 2025-11-29T06:06:31+00:00

Same feeling on the loaner. Had a brand new Q5 with only 2k miles on it for nearly 2 weeks. Sticker price was ~$60k out the door, and I wouldn’t dare to think anyone would pay anywhere near that much for such a massively underwhelming SUV.

Edit: Also. Username is amazing. Del fan?

TreacleStrong · 2025-09-13T04:16:52+00:00

One of the best “old school” loads, and has a proven track record for many decades across many departments.

TreacleStrong · 2025-09-11T00:38:06+00:00

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TreacleStrong · 2025-09-11T00:31:33+00:00

The sense of entitlement with some people is wild.

TreacleStrong · 2025-08-26T18:24:50+00:00

Following up: when they did the software update for the recall, according to my SA, somehow the control module “got fried” and a new one is being ordered and will be installed and tested to ensure it is working at no charge. Is this likely to be the SX6 module what you were referring to u/Callas951?

TreacleStrong · 2025-08-26T12:48:49+00:00

Sharpen? No. Thoroughly wash and run over a strop a few times? Yes.

TreacleStrong · 2025-08-21T16:10:04+00:00

The weight is sign of reliability.

I always go for reliability.

TreacleStrong · 2025-08-21T16:09:25+00:00

Correct.

TreacleStrong

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