Recent content by Case

While I do agree that it's ideal to keep things above board, wouldn't it be best to be demoing the amp with a familiar bass before laying down the cash? Just explain everything when you cross the border and be sure to check the bass into the US (there is paperwork you can get - same for most...

You may want to consider some sort of power attenuator if you're looking to achieve the distortion that comes with pushing power amp tubes. Guitarists using tube amps often come up on the same problem when they try to match their distortion tone between high and low volume. The Marshall...

It sounds like the jacks do need to be rewired, possibly replaced, depending on their condition inside the amp. It shouldn't be particularly expensive, jacks are in the sub $10 range, and service time will depend on the availability of amp techs (electricians in a pinch) in your area. It is...

I second the recommendation to wait - Having been lived in dorms in University, I would suggest that you find out what is acceptable in that particular dorm before planning on being able to do any serious playing there. From my experience, anything with more output than a moderate size practice...