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Posted by Benny (from: 77.detroit-13-14rs.mi.dial-access.att.net) on October 12, 2000 at 16:59:13:

O.K, I'm playing thru a 50 watt Marshall (72 JMP) and everyone knows these things are loud as all hell. I've tried the Powerbrake, and it sucked the tone (this is the reason i turn the amp up, the sound). I've heard mixed things about the THD hotplate. Some say it affects the tone and can cause damage to the tranny on the amp. At the -12 db setting, would it be quiet enough to use in a 100 capacity room (i don't know, just, like, a room the size of a mid-sized bar) and not get me kicked out? Also, does anyone suggest turning the cab (sunn 412 closed back) around, or will this just get all muddied up. Any cabinet positioning tips? I love this amp, but it doesn't come alive till it's just too loud. Any replies would be appreciated (especially if you've used the hotplate). Thanks.

Benny

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: O.K, I'm playing thru a 50 watt Marshall (72 JMP) and everyone knows these things are loud as all hell. I've tried the Powerbrake, and it sucked the tone (this is the reason i turn the amp up, the sound). I've heard mixed things about the THD hotplate. Some say it affects the tone and can cause damage to the tranny on the amp. At the -12 db setting, would it be quiet enough to use in a 100 capacity room (i don't know, just, like, a room the size of a mid-sized bar) and not get me kicked out? Also, does anyone suggest turning the cab (sunn 412 closed back) around, or will this just get all muddied up. Any cabinet positioning tips? I love this amp, but it doesn't come alive till it's just too loud. Any replies would be appreciated (especially if you've used the hotplate). Thanks. : Benny :

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