#176484  by lbpesq
 
I do a similar thing. I use an Alembic F-2B preamp into a Carvin DCM200L into a pair of 1x12 cabs loaded with JBL K120s, one original and one reconed in hemp. I tweak the original to accentuate highs, and the hemp-coned one to accentuate lows. Then I adjust the volume individually to taste. It works better if we aren’t micing the instruments. Running them the same and using one for FOH and one for stage volume is an interesting idea. But, tbh, the rig lives in my studio these days as I usually gig my Quilter Aviator Mach 3. As for stage volume, the Quilter has a line out that I run to a spot monitor mounted on my mic stand. I can get “more me” without being too loud in the mix. And you can’t beat the Quilter’s size and weight.

Bill, tgo
 #176509  by Darkstar860
 
For a small setup i currently use a Milkman 100, but i def need to check out one of these Quilter products out. Do they sell these at Guitar Center ? Im just trying to find a place around me that may have them instock so i can try one out.

How is the reverb on these Quilters ? Im eyeing the 101 model. Ive heard folks mention you can get a good Fender clean. Thats all im looking for, then i can use my pedals for anything else. ;-)

For those whom own a Quilter for doing the Jerry thing, are their any tips or things you could share with us folks who are on the fence about getting one ? Would love to hear more about these, good or bad.
 #176510  by tdcrjeff
 
Darkstar860 wrote: Sun Dec 28, 2025 11:33 am For a small setup i currently use a Milkman 100, but i def need to check out one of these Quilter products out. Do they sell these at Guitar Center ?
Yes.

I have Mini Reverb 101, but I basically just use it as a practice amp and I'm not really trying to get Jerry tones.
 #176511  by Darkstar860
 
lbpesq wrote: Thu Dec 18, 2025 10:41 am I do a similar thing. I use an Alembic F-2B preamp into a Carvin DCM200L into a pair of 1x12 cabs loaded with JBL K120s, one original and one reconed in hemp. I tweak the original to accentuate highs, and the hemp-coned one to accentuate lows. Then I adjust the volume individually to taste. It works better if we aren’t micing the instruments. Running them the same and using one for FOH and one for stage volume is an interesting idea. But, tbh, the rig lives in my studio these days as I usually gig my Quilter Aviator Mach 3. As for stage volume, the Quilter has a line out that I run to a spot monitor mounted on my mic stand. I can get “more me” without being too loud in the mix. And you can’t beat the Quilter’s size and weight.

Bill, tgo


https://www.dpepedals.com/product-page/ ... ube-preamp

^ What does this sound like ? Is it based on a Fender tone ? Or is it its own thang ? Im intrigued.
 #176513  by franklins_timmy
 
Have been wanting to get one of Brad's preamps for awhile. Was on the list for a Spectrum but when my time came, some things going on in life I had to hold off. Also I have never used rack mount stuff and not sure I have a grasp on how it all works, hooks up, etc.

I see recommendations for the ART SLA-100. I have really nice cables that I hook cabs to my head with and would like to continue to use those. It doesn't seem the ART can hook to cabs in the same way? Any other options in a similar price range and new? I dont want to go the used route with a MosValve 962 or Carvin DCML200...


Thanks

T
 #176514  by BoogieMK2
 
You can easily make adapter cables for the speaker connections. I did banana plugs to 1/4” jacks using 14 gauge speaker wire. You can also do spade lugs or bare wire on the SLA-1 end.
 #176515  by lbpesq
 
Darkstar860 wrote: Sun Dec 28, 2025 5:50 pm Im interested in this FB2 preamp:

https://www.dpepedals.com/product-page/ ... ube-preamp

^ What does this sound like ? Is it based on a Fender tone ? Or is it its own thang ? Im intrigued.

The Alembic F-2B is based on the old Fender Dual Showman preamp circuit. Full clean tone. Takes pedals well. New MSRP is $3300, but they can often be found used in the $900-$1200 range. I've never tried the F2B pedal. One big difference I see is that the F-2B has two channels, while the F2B pedal has only one.

Bill, tgo
 #176516  by Darkstar860
 
lbpesq wrote: Mon Dec 29, 2025 9:29 pm
Darkstar860 wrote: Sun Dec 28, 2025 5:50 pm Im interested in this FB2 preamp:

https://www.dpepedals.com/product-page/ ... ube-preamp

^ What does this sound like ? Is it based on a Fender tone ? Or is it its own thang ? Im intrigued.

The Alembic F-2B is based on the old Fender Dual Showman preamp circuit. Full clean tone. Takes pedals well. New MSRP is $3300, but they can often be found used in the $900-$1200 range. I've never tried the F2B pedal. One big difference I see is that the F-2B has two channels, while the F2B pedal has only one.

Bill, tgo

SWEET ! I gotta try out one of the pedals, wish i knew someone with the Albemic FB2.