Re: [Harp-L] What Effects Pedal to buy?

[todd allen <soundguyaudition@xxxxxxxxx>]

As I said I'm really still just starting out in the music world. I'm sure there 
are Many harp players here that could make this amp do what ever they want it to 
all by itself. I simply do not have the musical experience they have.. (yet that 
is) as for the mics I use the GB is a 520DX is made in Mexico the cartridge 
is labeled  R198. The Shure Spherodyne 533 has AE and 99A350 marked on the 
element what ever that means. 

I did e-mailed Gary and he responded immediately which I thought was great 
since I did buy this amp from someone else second hand. He gave me some settings 
to try and offered a upgrade for this amp. I think for the most part I just need 
to get experienced using the amp. Its really difficult when you don't have a 
clue and no one to physically show you what to do.
Thanks to all for all the good advice. 
Todd



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From: steve warner <10reedsbent@xxxxxxxxx>
To: todd allen <soundguyaudition@xxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Sat, February 19, 2011 1:10:02 AM
Subject: Re: [Harp-L] What Effects Pedal to buy?


Hmmmm...one thing I notice.  You said a 533 Spherodyne and a Green Bullet.  The 
Shure R33 element isn't known for a nice midrange grind  and since you're using 
an SJ 4-10 that has great low end and is real warm sounding.  Those 2 together 
aren't a real great match for drive.

I've A/B'd many many mics through Gary's amps I know this for sure regarding 
most Dynamic mics- that accentuate the lows- they don't sound real good through 
his amps.  Hot midrange toned mics sound KILLER though!
 I'm also wondering if your GB is the 520DX....nasally tone.  That would make 
sense why you're looking for more drive.  

If your GB has a Controlled Magnetic or a CR  element then you will have more 
midrange grind with Gary's amps and it should sound real nice!  Now some Mexican 
made CM mics are pure crap and some sound bad to the bone.  Odd quality control 
for some reason.  I've got good CM's should you need one.  I don't charge like 
some guys I've sold them to that turn around and double the price right back to 
Harp L'ers.  Shame shame.

If your GB is the Mexican DX model then I would seriously think about getting a 
better CM or a Controlled Reluctance element.  That will give you way more 
drive.  I do know Madcat uses a Blues Driver from Boss, however, his mic is low 
Z and he needs that to up his sound.  Sounds pretty good too.  I sat in with him 
and was very surprised at the tone.

Now if you already have a GOOD CM in there then I would refer you to Randy at 
www.lonewolfblues.com  and see what he's got brewing up in his laboratory.  

  He's leading the pack with this pedal stuff and builds amps too.
Make sure you tell him what gear you have and what you're trying to accomplish.  


 hope this helps some. 




 
On Fri, Feb 18, 2011 at 10:22 AM, todd allen <soundguyaudition@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

I'm looking to buy a overdrive pedal for my Sonny Jr 410 I currently run a MXR
>analog delay with my green bullet or shure 533sa
>any suggestions are appreciated.
>We play 60/70 rock some blues and play it loud.
>Thanks
>Todd 
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steve
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