Re: [Harp-L] Re: Roland Microcube

[Garry <harp@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Richard Hunter wrote:

> Haven't tried the Peavey Vyper 15.  Wouldn't be surprised if it sounded
> good, though Peavey had a lot of issues with the software when the first
> Vypers were released, or so their forums seem to indicate. 
> What settings are you using on the Vyper 15, in terms of amp model,
> speaker model, FX, etc.? 

my usage is pretty rudimentary.  of the 12 amp models, the 6 on the left
side of the dial are mostly useless for harp, unless you enjoy shrieking
howling feedback at any volume level (and this with a fireball).  those
ones are really meant for heavy metal shredders. 

the remaining 6 models are fender twin and deluxe tweed, marshal plexi,
"brit", "b-kat", and peavey classic 50.  i find all of these useful, 
though i
tend to gravitate toward the classic and the plexi.  each of the 12 amps
have a green (clean) and red (distortion) channel.  i mostly use the clean,
with pre-gain at maybe 3 out of 7, and a little delay or reverb.  the 
distorted
channels are usable only if you turn the pre-gain way down.  there are a
bunch of effects i don't use, and you can store 12 presets.

all things considered, not a bad little amp, and a good deal at $99 shipped.
i'm sure if my musical mentors hear about this, i will take endless amounts
of crap from them.  but it does what i want, sounds good, and doesn't break
my back or wallet.  and besides, there's all those blinkenlights...

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