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Sami View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 03:30 PM
Aug 11 2009, 03:30 PM	Learning Rock Star Posts: 293 Joined: 11-December 07 From: New York	Hey GMC! So im going to college soon and i need help choosing a relatively small combo amp that i can keep in my dorm, use for practicing in the practice rooms and use for jamming with other people. My set up is usually my Ibanez RGR320EX to my boss GT-8 to the amp. My price range is around 100-400 dollars, and i like companies like peavy and marshall. But ill take suggestions from anywhere, im ordering online so you can send links from online stores too! Thanks so much! Sami You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- QUOTE (OrganisedConfusion @ Jun 10 2008, 01:38 PM) Crysis kicked arse. Gears of War unfortunately I thought was as good as wiping cottage cheese on a cat's head Hahahaha just imagine the cat hahahah QUOTE (fkalich @ May 3 2009, 08:01 PM) The thing about being really stupid, is that there are a zillion ways to be a moron. There are usually several ways to be intelligent, given a situation, but it is a small finite number. But there are always a zillion ways to be to blithering idiot. So finding a new way to have the intellect of an artichoke is nothing to be proud of really, it is easy to do. So true... To bad im still an artichoke haha

mattacuk View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 04:43 PM
Aug 11 2009, 04:43 PM	Lets go fishing! Posts: 5.526 Joined: 21-December 06 From: illinois	Im not sure how much the Peavey Valve King is in the US, but thats where my money would go in that price range You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- *mysql> SELECT FROM master_name WHERE ((firstname = 'Paul') AND (lastname = 'Gilbert')); "The Fundimental Difference between Paul Gilbert and Buckethead is that Paul Explores the Good side of the force, while Buckethead Explores the Dark Side of the Force" :)**

Toroso View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 06:08 PM
Aug 11 2009, 06:08 PM	GMC:er Posts: 653 Joined: 26-August 08 From: Kingston, TN USA	You might want to take a look at the TECH 21 amps too. You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- Live well, and live often!

Sami View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 07:14 PM
Aug 11 2009, 07:14 PM	Learning Rock Star Posts: 293 Joined: 11-December 07 From: New York	This seems like a good one http://www.guitarcenter.com/Peavey-ValveKi...661-i1383113.gc cause of its simplicity of it eq control(something i need when going through a multi effects), its size, and the fact that its a tube amp! tell me what you all think! P.S. MATTACUK LONG TIME NO SEE MATE HOW ARE YOUU You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- QUOTE (OrganisedConfusion @ Jun 10 2008, 01:38 PM) Crysis kicked arse. Gears of War unfortunately I thought was as good as wiping cottage cheese on a cat's head Hahahaha just imagine the cat hahahah QUOTE (fkalich @ May 3 2009, 08:01 PM) The thing about being really stupid, is that there are a zillion ways to be a moron. There are usually several ways to be intelligent, given a situation, but it is a small finite number. But there are always a zillion ways to be to blithering idiot. So finding a new way to have the intellect of an artichoke is nothing to be proud of really, it is easy to do. So true... To bad im still an artichoke haha

ZakkWylde View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 07:56 PM
Aug 11 2009, 07:56 PM	Learning Tone Master Posts: 3.185 Joined: 22-June 07 From: Germany	''Jamming out with Friends'' Does that involve playing with a drummer? If yes then you will need a pretty loud amp! If it's only playing 4 fun with other guitarists and jamming at home then go for my new favourite: Blackstar Ht-5! You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- Gear: - Jackson USA Select KV2 King V with EMG 81/85 - Gibson Les Paul Custom Arctic White with EMG 81/85 - Ibanez Rg 8527 J Custom 7-String with DiMarzio Evolution and Air Norton - Peavey 6505+ head with Marshall 1960AV 4x12 cab - Peavey Vypyr 30 Practice Amp - Dunlop Crybaby From Hell, Maxon OD808, Boss TU-2, MXR CarbonCopy, ISP Decimator, MXR Custom Audio Electronics Booster

Sami View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 08:08 PM
Aug 11 2009, 08:08 PM	Learning Rock Star Posts: 293 Joined: 11-December 07 From: New York	mostly with other guitarist, and instrumentalist, for drummers ill probably have access to a large practice room with PA's of some sort, http://www.guitarcenter.com/Blackstar-HT-S...560-i1434795.gc is that the HT-5? will it work well with me running my GT-8 through it? Thanks for your time! You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- QUOTE (OrganisedConfusion @ Jun 10 2008, 01:38 PM) Crysis kicked arse. Gears of War unfortunately I thought was as good as wiping cottage cheese on a cat's head Hahahaha just imagine the cat hahahah QUOTE (fkalich @ May 3 2009, 08:01 PM) The thing about being really stupid, is that there are a zillion ways to be a moron. There are usually several ways to be intelligent, given a situation, but it is a small finite number. But there are always a zillion ways to be to blithering idiot. So finding a new way to have the intellect of an artichoke is nothing to be proud of really, it is easy to do. So true... To bad im still an artichoke haha

sted View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 08:19 PM
Aug 11 2009, 08:19 PM	Learning Rock Star Posts: 1.758 Joined: 13-April 08 From: Merseyside, UK	your GT-8 will work best through the clean channel mate, the drive on these is quite heavy but has some great tone shaping features, pretty loud and quite versatile, I would recommend the HT-5 too mate. Other considerations are for me: Marshall class 5 Only one channel to the BS two but it has oodles of charm and that distinct Marshall tone, not as good value as the BS though. Fender champ Tweed reissue My absolute favourite in this sector, unfortunately it is above your price range but it has the best tone and the best looks by far! You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content!

Sami View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 08:26 PM
Aug 11 2009, 08:26 PM	Learning Rock Star Posts: 293 Joined: 11-December 07 From: New York	whoa this is great advice im getting, im comparing and contrasting them all just to make sure though, the Ht-5(just the head by itsself) will be loud enough for practicing and playing with other guitarist right? ive never entered this head/cab business so i have no clue haha. cause if so thats what i'm looking at cause then in the future all ill have to do to upgrade is to buy cabs EDIT: or wait is this http://www.guitarcenter.com/Blackstar-HT-S...413-i1434794.gc the HT-5 you where talking about? haha You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! This post has been edited by Sami: Aug 11 2009, 08:30 PM -------------------- QUOTE (OrganisedConfusion @ Jun 10 2008, 01:38 PM) Crysis kicked arse. Gears of War unfortunately I thought was as good as wiping cottage cheese on a cat's head Hahahaha just imagine the cat hahahah QUOTE (fkalich @ May 3 2009, 08:01 PM) The thing about being really stupid, is that there are a zillion ways to be a moron. There are usually several ways to be intelligent, given a situation, but it is a small finite number. But there are always a zillion ways to be to blithering idiot. So finding a new way to have the intellect of an artichoke is nothing to be proud of really, it is easy to do. So true... To bad im still an artichoke haha

mattacuk View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 08:35 PM
Aug 11 2009, 08:35 PM	Lets go fishing! Posts: 5.526 Joined: 21-December 06 From: illinois	QUOTE (Sami @ Aug 11 2009, 07:14 PM) P.S. MATTACUK LONG TIME NO SEE MATE HOW ARE YOUU hello Sami, I am well thankyou ^__^ Lots of amps to choose from here. I really like the look of the HT-5 as you know, im not sure how expensive that is in the states You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- *mysql> SELECT FROM master_name WHERE ((firstname = 'Paul') AND (lastname = 'Gilbert')); "The Fundimental Difference between Paul Gilbert and Buckethead is that Paul Explores the Good side of the force, while Buckethead Explores the Dark Side of the Force" :)**

ZakkWylde View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 08:40 PM
Aug 11 2009, 08:40 PM	Learning Tone Master Posts: 3.185 Joined: 22-June 07 From: Germany	You said combo amp so we are talking about the 1x10 combo Blackstar^^ The amp has an effects loop and a great clean channel so the gt-8 will work in front of the map as amp simulation or in the effects loops as an effects processor. It says 5 watts but it is a lot louder than other 5 watt tube amps, more like 10-15 watts to quote MickeM - so yes it's plenty of loud for a jam with another guitarist! You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- Gear: - Jackson USA Select KV2 King V with EMG 81/85 - Gibson Les Paul Custom Arctic White with EMG 81/85 - Ibanez Rg 8527 J Custom 7-String with DiMarzio Evolution and Air Norton - Peavey 6505+ head with Marshall 1960AV 4x12 cab - Peavey Vypyr 30 Practice Amp - Dunlop Crybaby From Hell, Maxon OD808, Boss TU-2, MXR CarbonCopy, ISP Decimator, MXR Custom Audio Electronics Booster

jdriver View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 08:51 PM
Aug 11 2009, 08:51 PM	GMC:er Posts: 484 Joined: 25-May 08 From: Southwest USA	The Peavey Classic 30/Delta Blues 30 are tremendous amps for the money. I picked up a virtually new DB 1x15 for $400 on Ebay. Add an Omnisonic to the effects loop for +$20 and you've got an amp that can go from a club venue to a dorm room. You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- "I dreamed a lot when I was younger.. I'm older now but still I hunger For some understanding. There's no understanding, now. Was there ever? ...Joe Puerta (Ambrosia)... Finally got a YouTube page going.

jdriver View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 09:37 PM
Aug 11 2009, 09:37 PM	GMC:er Posts: 484 Joined: 25-May 08 From: Southwest USA	double post You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! This post has been edited by jdriver: Aug 12 2009, 08:37 PM -------------------- "I dreamed a lot when I was younger.. I'm older now but still I hunger For some understanding. There's no understanding, now. Was there ever? ...Joe Puerta (Ambrosia)... Finally got a YouTube page going.

Sami View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 09:56 PM
Aug 11 2009, 09:56 PM	Learning Rock Star Posts: 293 Joined: 11-December 07 From: New York	so i think im looking more toward the Ht-5, how big is the actual thing though? do you think id be able to fit it under my desk in college? carry it around with ease? You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- QUOTE (OrganisedConfusion @ Jun 10 2008, 01:38 PM) Crysis kicked arse. Gears of War unfortunately I thought was as good as wiping cottage cheese on a cat's head Hahahaha just imagine the cat hahahah QUOTE (fkalich @ May 3 2009, 08:01 PM) The thing about being really stupid, is that there are a zillion ways to be a moron. There are usually several ways to be intelligent, given a situation, but it is a small finite number. But there are always a zillion ways to be to blithering idiot. So finding a new way to have the intellect of an artichoke is nothing to be proud of really, it is easy to do. So true... To bad im still an artichoke haha

ZakkWylde View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 10:11 PM
Aug 11 2009, 10:11 PM	Learning Tone Master Posts: 3.185 Joined: 22-June 07 From: Germany	I messured mine stnading besides me^^: ~ 45 cm wide, 35 cm high and 20 cm deep You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- Gear: - Jackson USA Select KV2 King V with EMG 81/85 - Gibson Les Paul Custom Arctic White with EMG 81/85 - Ibanez Rg 8527 J Custom 7-String with DiMarzio Evolution and Air Norton - Peavey 6505+ head with Marshall 1960AV 4x12 cab - Peavey Vypyr 30 Practice Amp - Dunlop Crybaby From Hell, Maxon OD808, Boss TU-2, MXR CarbonCopy, ISP Decimator, MXR Custom Audio Electronics Booster

Sami View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 10:28 PM
Aug 11 2009, 10:28 PM	Learning Rock Star Posts: 293 Joined: 11-December 07 From: New York	thanks for measuring is it easy to pick up? You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- QUOTE (OrganisedConfusion @ Jun 10 2008, 01:38 PM) Crysis kicked arse. Gears of War unfortunately I thought was as good as wiping cottage cheese on a cat's head Hahahaha just imagine the cat hahahah QUOTE (fkalich @ May 3 2009, 08:01 PM) The thing about being really stupid, is that there are a zillion ways to be a moron. There are usually several ways to be intelligent, given a situation, but it is a small finite number. But there are always a zillion ways to be to blithering idiot. So finding a new way to have the intellect of an artichoke is nothing to be proud of really, it is easy to do. So true... To bad im still an artichoke haha

ZakkWylde View Member Profile	Aug 11 2009, 10:31 PM
Aug 11 2009, 10:31 PM	Learning Tone Master Posts: 3.185 Joined: 22-June 07 From: Germany	Sure dude it's not heavy You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- Gear: - Jackson USA Select KV2 King V with EMG 81/85 - Gibson Les Paul Custom Arctic White with EMG 81/85 - Ibanez Rg 8527 J Custom 7-String with DiMarzio Evolution and Air Norton - Peavey 6505+ head with Marshall 1960AV 4x12 cab - Peavey Vypyr 30 Practice Amp - Dunlop Crybaby From Hell, Maxon OD808, Boss TU-2, MXR CarbonCopy, ISP Decimator, MXR Custom Audio Electronics Booster

Sami View Member Profile	Aug 12 2009, 03:15 AM
Aug 12 2009, 03:15 AM	Learning Rock Star Posts: 293 Joined: 11-December 07 From: New York	Thanks for your help mate, and everyone else, ill tell you all when i've made my final decision You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- QUOTE (OrganisedConfusion @ Jun 10 2008, 01:38 PM) Crysis kicked arse. Gears of War unfortunately I thought was as good as wiping cottage cheese on a cat's head Hahahaha just imagine the cat hahahah QUOTE (fkalich @ May 3 2009, 08:01 PM) The thing about being really stupid, is that there are a zillion ways to be a moron. There are usually several ways to be intelligent, given a situation, but it is a small finite number. But there are always a zillion ways to be to blithering idiot. So finding a new way to have the intellect of an artichoke is nothing to be proud of really, it is easy to do. So true... To bad im still an artichoke haha

Marc_Maiden View Member Profile	Aug 12 2009, 07:28 AM
Aug 12 2009, 07:28 AM	GMC:er Posts: 1.164 Joined: 23-October 08 From: Fremont, CA	i vouch for the ht-5 one of the best sounding amps ive ever used. the effects loop takes pedals nicely, the gain is awesome, the cleans sound great, line out for head phones...the combo is small enough to fit under a desk, even the head + 1x10 will fit, i have the full stack myself, and i wouldnt trade it for the world...first amp ive been extremely happy with, and ive done mesa, peavey, and marshal You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- - Marc Current Set up: Atomic Reactor 2x12 Cab/power amp with a Digitech rp1000 as a preamp Schecter c1 plus electric guitar

Sami View Member Profile	Aug 12 2009, 03:42 PM
Aug 12 2009, 03:42 PM	Learning Rock Star Posts: 293 Joined: 11-December 07 From: New York	I just ordered my Black Star Ht-5 combo and im getting shipped to the college! thanks so much everyone for all your help!!!! You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! -------------------- QUOTE (OrganisedConfusion @ Jun 10 2008, 01:38 PM) Crysis kicked arse. Gears of War unfortunately I thought was as good as wiping cottage cheese on a cat's head Hahahaha just imagine the cat hahahah QUOTE (fkalich @ May 3 2009, 08:01 PM) The thing about being really stupid, is that there are a zillion ways to be a moron. There are usually several ways to be intelligent, given a situation, but it is a small finite number. But there are always a zillion ways to be to blithering idiot. So finding a new way to have the intellect of an artichoke is nothing to be proud of really, it is easy to do. So true... To bad im still an artichoke haha

sted View Member Profile	Aug 12 2009, 08:46 PM
Aug 12 2009, 08:46 PM	Learning Rock Star Posts: 1.758 Joined: 13-April 08 From: Merseyside, UK	great choice mate! You are at GuitarMasterClass.net Don't miss today's free lick. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content! Don't miss today's free blues, jazz & country licks. Plus all our lessons are packed with free content!

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