Best "bedroom" amp for EC-1000 Sey. D.
Best "bedroom" amp for EC-1000 Sey. D.
I cite me:
"I prefer 3169841651 times the VOX valvetronix over the Spider.... the Spider have the worst distortion modeling what i heard.
The 12AX7 after de Digital/Analog converter into the Vox really makes a difference, the sound is more real than the spider's sound and adds an extra punch to the preamp.
I have a Mesa Boogie Dual Recto and the amp that I would buy for a Room practice definitivly would be a VOX valvetronix.
Cheers!"
This is from a Thread in the Equipment forum call "AMP for ESP V-500"
That's it.
Cheers!
I suggest getting a VOX Valvetronix amp. I have a 50 watter and it sounds great with onboard effects and all. one of the cooler features is a little knob on the back that controls the power to the loudspeaker so you can have you're Cranked up tone with out the cranked up volume. I'd suggest getting the 100 watter with the old school diamond grille clothe.
Well, I would assume you have a computer, since your on here.
I would say a Pod XTL or X3.
Then you can use your computer as a bedroom practice amp.
Plus, have the ability to record onto the computer.
You can hook the Pod up via USB, or if you have good sound-card, with an interface, you
can usually hook up via 1/4" jack.
I use a SoundBlaster Audigy 2 Platinum.
Also gives me the ability to plug headphones into the computer via the Audigy front panel interface.
The Line 6 software like Toneport and Line6 Edit are great and easy to use programs for in depth tweaking of your sounds.
I also have a Flextone III XL.
Which is really nice for small gigs, jams, and recording as well.
The Flextones are more straight forward though, and don't offer as many features as the Pods. Basic 32 amp models and basic effects like Chorus, Delay, Reverb, and Flange.
I have heard of guys dumping the Flex's presets and installing the HD147's presets.
Don't really know how successful it was though.
In your budget there are dozens of great options. Fender Mustang GT-40 (version 2.0) is a great small practice amp that's stereo and has headphone out. Boss Katana Air is a bit more expensive, but is wireless and also stereo. Blackstar makes some nice practice amps, but a little weak on higher gain. Blackstar also makes a 5 watt tube amp that has an effects loop that would suit bedroom practice, but you would need to get some pedals for any delay or modulation. I would steer away from the Marshall Code, they just sound harsh. Line 6 Amplifi is another great option. Looks more like a bluetooth speaker or a big lunch box depending on the model, and is controlled via a very nice phone app instead of onboard controls.
As others have mentioned, you can certainly use your PC as an amp. Pick up a Focusrite Solo or 2i2 for 100-150 bucks and there is a plethora of amazing amp sims out there. Scuffham S-Gear is great for blues and rock but is limited on effects. Bias FX has all the bells and whistles, and so does Amplitube and all 3 will run standalone without requiring a DAW.
I have owned or used all of the above amps and amp sims, and spent a year trying to find one that suited me best. I chose the Fender GT40 for physical amp, but all my recording and bedroom playing is done with S-Gear or Bias.
Good luck!
Get a line 6 combo amp. Those are really nice. I have a Line 6 Combo and I love it to death.
It pretty much has any setting to suit your style.