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There was a local radio personality who was known as FiFi Box, which caused amusement for a while until people (sniggering Teenage boys?) got used to it.
Her real name is Fiona Box, so fair enough.
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There was a local radio personality who was known as FiFi Box, which caused amusement for a while until people (sniggering Teenage boys?) got used to it.
Her real name is Fiona Box, so fair enough.
Chuck always looks great. Here he looks classy as well, like he should be accepting an award for something.
Garage amp tech sneaks into high tech trade show.
Lookin' sharp and smart, dude!
Just to let you know- that if you spend over 2000 USD on a new made-in-England Marshall 4 x 12 cab with Celestion Greenbacks there is a chance that they may throw in a complimentary trio of their socks-
These were a gift from a guitarist friend who had just done that-
These were a gift from a guitarist friend who had just done that-
Nomenclature recalls Detroit diesels- 8V53, 12V71, 6-71N, etc..
Of those of you that have a stock wired bi-centennial ‘bird, and a P or J, is the output of the ‘bird a little less than the typical P or J?
Wish I could tell you. My Bicentennial is now properly wired. But my PJ is at a shop that won’t to respond to calls and emails. Yeah. Not happy.
- Mar 13, 2008
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This guy made a fortune from a slogan based on his name. True.
Yes, I’ve heard of a Dr Death. Though I think most like you to pronounce it like De’Ath - some adopt that spelling as well.
My Dad had a specialist called Dr Kneebone.
True again.My Grandfather (Fanny’s son) was a Dr, but his real honorific was Mr - which is above Dr in the old British based system. Evidently my Grandmother would correct people if they called him Dr.
Reason is to become a surgeon you achieved a Master of Surgery, hence Mr is above Dr, and below it when referring to the likes of me. True.
I think Australia have moved away from that usage, though I see it if I ever (rarely) happen to see a British horrible illnesses type show. They still refer people to specialist Drs referred to as Mr, even the female ones I think. Guessing.
- Mar 13, 2008
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- Endorsing Artist Mike Lull T Bass pickups, The Bass Shop, Seattle WA.
Very confused. I have BA in Humanities, with a History Major. I have a JD and California law license. For what that is worth. It used to be something. Not so much anymore. Call me whatever you want. My name is Marshall. That’s my identity.This guy made a fortune from a slogan based on his name. True.
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Yes, I’ve heard of a Dr Death. Though I think most like you to pronounce it like De’Ath - some adopt that spelling as well.
My Dad had a specialist called Dr Kneebone.
My Grandfather (Fanny’s son) was a Dr, but his real honorific was Mr - which is above Dr in the old British based system. Evidently my Grandmother would correct people if they called him Dr.
Reason is to become a surgeon you achieved a Master of Surgery, hence Mr is above Dr, and below it when referring to the likes of me. True.
I think Australia have moved away from that usage, though I see it if I ever (rarely) happen to see a British horrible illnesses type show. They still refer people to specialist Drs referred to as Mr, even the female ones I think. Guessing.
Watching ball games tonight and waiting on the wife with cold so I got to reading up on my Phase 90 after some playing with a JHS Phaser I keep at home. I've droned on several years ago on how nothing I tried sounded like my beloved '81/82 P 90. This is kind of a history I've gathered which explains why my 90 is different, it really was for about 3-4 yrs. All increases my gratitude to Dr. P for getting mine working again.
The Circuit: Used six single 741 op-amps and had no feedback loop.
The Sound: Very smooth, "3D," and liquid. It doesn't "honk" or jump out at you; it blends into your guitar tone.
Identification: No LED, no power jack, and the famous "Script" logo on the front.
The Change: MXR added the R28 feedback resistor. This sent a portion of the phased signal back through the circuit, creating a much more vocal, "chewy" resonance.
The Sound: This is the classic "Van Halen" era sound—more mid-forward and intense than the original Script units.
Identification: The logo changed to the bold "Block" font, but internally, they were still often using the six single op-amps from the 70s.
The Circuit: They swapped the six single chips for three dual op-amps (TL062CP). They also added a DC power jack and a red LED.
The Sound: The most aggressive and non-subtle of the vintage units. It has a specific "growl" and grit because of how the early 80s chips interact with the feedback loop.
The Modern M101: These are the standard "Block" pedals you see in stores today. While they use the 80s feedback logic, they use SMD (surface mount) components and modern buffers.
The Conflict: These often sound "sterile" or too bright because they lack the organic component drift and the specific harmonic saturation of the vintage 80s chips.
1. The Script Logo Era (1974 – 1977)
The original "Script" pedals (named for the cursive logo) are the most subtle.The Circuit: Used six single 741 op-amps and had no feedback loop.
The Sound: Very smooth, "3D," and liquid. It doesn't "honk" or jump out at you; it blends into your guitar tone.
Identification: No LED, no power jack, and the famous "Script" logo on the front.
2. The Early Block Logo Era (1977 – 1980)
This was the first major shift toward a more aggressive sound.The Change: MXR added the R28 feedback resistor. This sent a portion of the phased signal back through the circuit, creating a much more vocal, "chewy" resonance.
The Sound: This is the classic "Van Halen" era sound—more mid-forward and intense than the original Script units.
Identification: The logo changed to the bold "Block" font, but internally, they were still often using the six single op-amps from the 70s.
3. The Late MXR Block Era (1981 – 1984)
This represents the final design of the original MXR company.The Circuit: They swapped the six single chips for three dual op-amps (TL062CP). They also added a DC power jack and a red LED.
The Sound: The most aggressive and non-subtle of the vintage units. It has a specific "growl" and grit because of how the early 80s chips interact with the feedback loop.
4. The Dunlop Era (1987 – Present)
After MXR went bankrupt, Jim Dunlop bought the brand and restarted production.The Modern M101: These are the standard "Block" pedals you see in stores today. While they use the 80s feedback logic, they use SMD (surface mount) components and modern buffers.
The Conflict: These often sound "sterile" or too bright because they lack the organic component drift and the specific harmonic saturation of the vintage 80s chips.
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One or two. But I was single back then.
Dick Smith Electronics. Used to buy stuff from his ads in Popular Electronics.This guy made a fortune from a slogan based on his name. True.
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Yes, I’ve heard of a Dr Death. Though I think most like you to pronounce it like De’Ath - some adopt that spelling as well.
My Dad had a specialist called Dr Kneebone.
My Grandfather (Fanny’s son) was a Dr, but his real honorific was Mr - which is above Dr in the old British based system. Evidently my Grandmother would correct people if they called him Dr.
Reason is to become a surgeon you achieved a Master of Surgery, hence Mr is above Dr, and below it when referring to the likes of me. True.
I think Australia have moved away from that usage, though I see it if I ever (rarely) happen to see a British horrible illnesses type show. They still refer people to specialist Drs referred to as Mr, even the female ones I think. Guessing.
"It's Fair Dinkum, Mate!"
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Lookin' sharp Chucky!
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Yah, maybe the only thing I'm envious of guitarists...
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And to all of us - that's more than good enough.
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