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Noble Amps Preamp

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Finally parked my Noble on my board. I feel good about it. I have a novo 18 with the best-tronics side panels. I wanted to limit wear on the input jacks, and this does the trick.
 

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How would you set this up:
Bass, Noble, Compressor, Aguilar Th-500?

Jack recommends 1/4” out on the Noble output into the effects return on Th-500. Not sure where the compressor should go in line. Also preferred way to power? 20 years in & still new to pedals. Thanks!
 
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metalloid said:
How would you set this up:
Bass, Noble, Compressor, Aguilar Th-500?

Jack recommends 1/4” out on the Noble output into the effects return on Th-500. Not sure where the compressor should go in line. Also preferred way to power? 20 years in & still new to pedals. Thanks!
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I use my Compressor into the Noble and then j to effect return when I use a amp head. I haven’t used the head live though as the Noble just sounds so good in FOH and IEM. My Genzler stack is just gathering dust lol.
 
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metalloid said:
How would you set this up:
Bass, Noble, Compressor, Aguilar Th-500?

Jack recommends 1/4” out on the Noble output into the effects return on Th-500. Not sure where the compressor should go in line. Also preferred way to power? 20 years in & still new to pedals. Thanks!
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Depends, but I think most would say compressor into Noble so that the DI from the Noble has the compression applied.

As for Noble into effects return, that would be to bypass the preamp and tone shaping of the TH500. No right or wrong way, just depends on what you're trying to accomplish.
 
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been_effected said:
I'm curious - has anyone here been using the Noble with heavier tones/distortions?

Curious about how the tubes and warmth would handle something like a B7K/X7/Alpha Omega running in front of it.
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Hmmmm.. While I see the appeal to this, I don’t recommend it if you use the DG stuff as an always on pre before the Noble. You would get a bit of tube warmth but the baked in tone of DG stuff would definitely overpower the Noble sound. I think the Noble shines better for cleaner tone.

If you use the DG stuff as a on/off pedal, then I don’t see why it wouldn’t be good.
 
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ExaltBass said:
Mine has been on my pedalboard, and has seen a lot of gigs, since I got it in early Dec 2015 (#134). I also take very good care of my gear, and it looks brand new.
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Do you recall roughly how many times you've had to replace the tubes in your unit? I know it varies from person to person based on how often and for how long it's used, but I'm just curious and looking for a rough benchmark estimate.

I'm going to pull the trigger on getting one and wondering if I should go ahead and order some replacement tubes while I'm at it. Thanks.
 
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B-Lo said:
Do you recall roughly how many times you've had to replace the tubes in your unit? I know it varies from person to person based on how often and for how long it's used, but I'm just curious and looking for a rough benchmark estimate.

I'm going to pull the trigger on getting one and wondering if I should go ahead and order some replacement tubes while I'm at it. Thanks.
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Brother I pulled the trigger and ordered one with the thought that of it didn’t really blow me away that I would sale and keep using what I’ve had for the last year or so. From the moment I hooked it up for the FOH and IEM it absolutely floored me. I’ve never seen such a huge difference as it made everything so smooth, round and clear. This preamp will never leave me unless I hit some very hard times financially. Believe the hype. I would also like to know the tube life as I don’t have extra tubes and want to get some just in case.
 
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Infidelity said:
Hmmmm.. While I see the appeal to this, I don’t recommend it if you use the DG stuff as an always on pre before the Noble. You would get a bit of tube warmth but the baked in tone of DG stuff would definitely overpower the Noble sound. I think the Noble shines better for cleaner tone.

If you use the DG stuff as a on/off pedal, then I don’t see why it wouldn’t be good.
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+1 to this. I would also add that the Noble can only be pushed so far before the breakup is not pleasant. Jack was the first to tell me this, and then from experience I would definitely agree.
 
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B-Lo said:
Do you recall roughly how many times you've had to replace the tubes in your unit? I know it varies from person to person based on how often and for how long it's used, but I'm just curious and looking for a rough benchmark estimate.

I'm going to pull the trigger on getting one and wondering if I should go ahead and order some replacement tubes while I'm at it. Thanks.
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I'm still on the original tubes. I'm pretty sensitive to tube microphonics, and none are evident. Never been dropped, or banged. Always on my pedalboard or in a padded Pelican case.

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Bassworship1 said:
Where would be the best place to get a couple replacement tubes. Just looking there are several options like low noise and gold pins. What should I get from those who have the Noble?
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You can get them from Noble: Extras : Noble Amplifier Company

You need ECC82/12AU7 tubes.

If you really want to go down the tube rolling rabbit trail, read this: 12AU7 Tubes in Stock
Note: I doubt you would notice much difference between stock JJ's and NOS/vintage tubes in the Noble.

Other sources include:
www.thetubestore.com - Your online source for audio vacuum tubes.
https://www.tubedepot.com/
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World's best vacuum tubes for tube audio, guitar amps, radios, studios
VIVA TUBES | Thousands of vacuum tubes always tested, matched, and guaranteed
Reverb.com
ebay.com
JJ's can be found at Guitar Center.

Google is your friend.

Honestly though, while it is possible for a tube to fail it is highly unlikely that your new Noble will have an issue with the tubes for many years.
 
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scubaduba said:
You can get them from Noble: Extras : Noble Amplifier Company

You need ECC82/12AU7 tubes.

If you really want to go down the tube rolling rabbit trail, read this: 12AU7 Tubes in Stock
Note: I doubt you would notice much difference between stock JJ's and NOS/vintage tubes in the Noble.

Other sources include:
www.thetubestore.com - Your online source for audio vacuum tubes.
https://www.tubedepot.com/
Invalid Link Removed
World's best vacuum tubes for tube audio, guitar amps, radios, studios
VIVA TUBES | Thousands of vacuum tubes always tested, matched, and guaranteed
Reverb.com
ebay.com
JJ's can be found at Guitar Center.

Google is your friend.

Honestly though, while it is possible for a tube to fail it is highly unlikely that your new Noble will have an issue with the tubes for many years.
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I know these tubes are pretty standard everywhere mostly but didn’t know much about the options you can get on them.
 

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