MODELED AMPS: MIDI ACCESSIBLE “BONUS” AMP MODELS
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great at getting a classic cranked sound for small gigs and recording. Once again,
since the Twinmaster has no mid control, we’ve added a little bonus in the form of
some post-TubeTone mid contouring available via the Mid control. As usual, set
this control to 12 o’clock to get groovy with the unadorned Budda-style vibe.
California Crunch #1 - The first of the “boutique” amp makers was
probably Mesa Boogie. Boogie made their mark in the late 70’s and early 80’s by
adding master volumes and more gain stages to amps with Fender-style circuitry.
You can hear the Fender heritage but with more “punch” in the mids. This model
is based on the Clean Channel of the classic Boogie Mark IIc, with the
enhancements of the + version of the Mark IIc circuitry design.
California Crunch #2 - And this Amp Model emulates the Drive
Channel of the IIc+. Try your Santana licks here.
Rectified #2 - This Amp Model is modeled after a 1995 Mesa Boogie Dual
Rectifier head. As Boogie did with the Trem-O-Verb combo that was modeled for
the POD Rectified Amp Model, with the Dual Rectifier Boogie took a more
modern, high gain approach for that “big hair” sound. In contrast to the earlier
Boogies, the Dual Rectifier’s tone controls have more influence at high gain
settings, so you can scoop the mids and increase the bottom end.
Modern Hi Gain #2 - This sound is modeled after a Soldano SLO – Super
Lead Overdrive – head. With snake skin tolex covering and everything! Unlike
the X88R preamp used for the POD Modern Hi Gain Amp Model, the SLO
includes a presence control, plus other little details that give it a bit of a different
sound. With the Drive control cranked way up, you’ll get sustain for days.... Go
out’n’ave a bite – when you come back it’ll still be sustaining!
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