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Old 06-12-2011, 05:16 PM
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Issues with Genz Benz Shuttle 3.0

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Hi , looking at pulling the trigger on a cheap 3.0 , I know they are good wee amps but would they do a 5 hour gig without any heating issues bearing in mind they dont have any fan cooling ? [ Im not a hard driver ] , or , should I look out for a 6.0 instead ? Thanks
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Old 06-12-2011, 05:41 PM
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Judging by all of my other Genz gear, it should be perfectly fine in those conditions.
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Old 06-12-2011, 05:49 PM
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I played a 4 hour gig in a hot little bar pumping a Shuttle 3.0 at full volume into a 4ohm load. It barely warmed up and sounded great the whole time. I would think you'll be OK.
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Old 06-12-2011, 08:47 PM
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I just finished a two hour set with my Shuttle 3.0-10T and there are no issues, something I wish I could say for my much pricier Mesa/Boogie Walkabout Scout.
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Old 06-12-2011, 08:54 PM
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I've run mine as the house rig at open jams for 4 hours straight in a hot bar. It barely warmed up. You'll have no issues.
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