gypsyseven Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 Hey guys, i'm thinking 'bout getting one of those Valve Senior Heads... But i'm not sure if it's loud enough to cut through the mix when i'm playing with my band:-k I'm playing in a 70's oriented rock band...so what do you think...what experiences:-k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saljam Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 I have the combo and this thing is very, very loud. Pretty much too loud for my home use. You should be fine in your band setting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gypsyseven Posted March 2, 2010 Author Share Posted March 2, 2010 You tried just at home or with a band too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gypsyseven Posted March 2, 2010 Author Share Posted March 2, 2010 It wouldn't be an issue if every gig would be mic'd...But often the smaller gigs or band rehearsal are not mic'd soo i'm not sure... So how are you're clean sounds in the band mix? Loud enough? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m-theory Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 You could certainly buy it from someplace that has a return policy, so you could try it out. That's really the only way you're going to know whether or not it's right for you. Musician's Friend has a 30 day return policy, I believe. That should give you plenty of time to play around with it. With regard to cleans, if clean is what you're looking for, you really need more headroom than a 20 watt amp can typically provide. You can dial your guitar volume back to produce "cleanish" tones, but you really won't get crushing loud, squeaky cleans with anything less than 35-40 watts. There's a reason why Twin reverbs were/are 85 watts (or 100 or 135, depending on the era). Generally speaking, a 20 watt amp SHOULD be able to cut through a mix without difficulty. However, much of this depends on the voicing of the amp, the preamp gain, and of course, speaker selection. Again, only ample test driving is going to tell you the story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gypsyseven Posted March 2, 2010 Author Share Posted March 2, 2010 Sounds cool...I've seen some reviews of the Blackheart Hansome Devil...really cool Amp/Combo.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gypsyseven Posted March 5, 2010 Author Share Posted March 5, 2010 I ordered a Valve Senior Head just this morning...let's see if this sucker can hold on with the band... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tragic1281734187 Posted March 7, 2010 Share Posted March 7, 2010 I have had my Valve Senior for about four months. I have gigged with it quite a few times. Plenty loud for.....well....anywhere. I have been using a 2x12 cabinet. But, Just got a Epi 1X12. I was quite impressed. I think I may buy another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gypsyseven Posted March 7, 2010 Author Share Posted March 7, 2010 I have had my Valve Senior for about four months. I have gigged with it quite a few times. Plenty loud for.....well....anywhere.I have been using a 2x12 cabinet. But' date=' Just got a Epi 1X12. I was quite impressed. I think I may buy another.[/quote'] Sounds cool....do mic it at gigs?I'm talking 'bout small gigs.I get my Valve Senior Head today, so i'll try it tomorrow with the band.....can't wait..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlagJones Posted March 10, 2010 Share Posted March 10, 2010 Sounds cool....do mic it at gigs?I'm talking 'bout small gigs.I get my Valve Senior Head today' date=' so i'll try it tomorrow with the band.....can't wait.....[/quote']So, how did it go? Loud enough? Sound good? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gypsyseven Posted March 11, 2010 Author Share Posted March 11, 2010 Oh yes...loud enough!Still can't believe how good this amp sounds... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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