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Ampeg SVT-II appreciation thread
- Thread starter i_got_a_mohawk
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yup i will.Be sure to make a NAD thread if you grab it
thanks everyone for the comments and info. now my main concern is bringing it inside the house without my wife noticing.
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I picked up an SVT II (non-pro) once, but I think the one I played may have been a "lemon". It came with kt88s instead of 6550s, and seemed to really lack headroom, warmth through an Ampeg 810. I like grind, but my particular amp sounded very boxy, harsh, etc. At the time, I thought it could be due to the kt88s. I probably should have had a tech look at it, but decided to move it on instead. That said, Ive always wanted to try another one that was in great shape. Unfortunately, its not always feasible to try amps out before buying. However, these do seem to have a good resale value.
Yeah it sounds like it wasn't running as it should have been. If anything you should have had MORE clean headroom with the KT-88's in it.
I loved mine when I had it. Stupidly sold it when going lightweight. ... long story short. Got recommended to try a Fender Super Bassman. ... now I love the Super Bassman just as much plus it's lighter weight.
I think the SVTII, VR & Super Bassman are THE 3 best amps. Ever.
I think the SVTII, VR & Super Bassman are THE 3 best amps. Ever.
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It sure does. But that's stuff for the Super Bassman thread.
I loved the II's single vol (no gain/master ) & getting it to 10.30 - 11 o'clock J-U-S-T on the edge of the power tubes giving up a little bit of crunch. Play soft- clean. ..dig in- bit of dirt.
That said, I usually play clean but getting just at that spot where you've got a bit of crunch when you want it is certainly very sweet. And the SVTII did it beautifully. Strangely enough. ...so does the Aggy TH500
I loved the II's single vol (no gain/master ) & getting it to 10.30 - 11 o'clock J-U-S-T on the edge of the power tubes giving up a little bit of crunch. Play soft- clean. ..dig in- bit of dirt.
That said, I usually play clean but getting just at that spot where you've got a bit of crunch when you want it is certainly very sweet. And the SVTII did it beautifully. Strangely enough. ...so does the Aggy TH500
Is this not enough evidence to say that this amp kicks MAJOR arse?!
(Just thought I'd include the skidding mud guy for fun.)
(Also thought I'd cut out the speed-induced babbling.)
(Just thought I'd include the skidding mud guy for fun.)
(Also thought I'd cut out the speed-induced babbling.)
What's that bass?!ok finally got some decent pics, so im gonna show em off here
Looks like either a modified '57 Precision reissue or a Deluxe Precision with a 10 hole anodized pick guard. Given the apparent width of the nut I'm going with the Deluxe.
I can't recall if I posted this photo before, so apologies if it's a repeat. But here's from an outside gig last summer with my SVT-II on top of my NV610. I hadn't used it in a while and got the inkling to pull it out for that show. I couldn't believe how beast it sounded during setup/soundcheck.
