steve_snider's forum posts 6

Are SS amps better than they were 20 years ago...yes. Are they the tone kings of tube amps...no. Let's justify this, if you match a cheap, crappy crate against a top of the line SS guy like an orange, vox or Line 6 then the SS amp wins, but pair a SS of equal build quality against an AC-30, a Matchless, Friedman, Suhr, Fender or Mesa and I think the tube still reigns supreme. I'd say it's all about your personal preference and your style of music. If you like the sound and convience of a SS amp then go for it.

if you're just starting out I'd look at a Line 6 spider practice amp. They have a lot of good features and are very inexpensive. Then, when you're ready you can invest in a nicer tube amp and a full size guitar! Congrats on the awesome Xmas present, your folks did you a solid.

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So if you buy the boy more, you get another guitar? Um, that's a no brainer...

getting a fully soundproof home home studio...and a fully restored '81 jeep scrambler!

Hey man, I'm new here, but I work for a company called Acoustical Solutions. We specialize in sound and noise control. Maybe I can shed some light. Like the others have said, you won't get as good of a sound from a isocab as a live room, but building an effective isocab is pretty simple. First start with your framework. On the outside of this use your standard sheetrock. Now, insulate with r-19 bat insulation, just like you would a wall. Next you want to apply a Mass Loaded Vinyl directly to the studded framework. Any MLV will work, but look for something that is at least 1lb per sqft and provides at least an STC of 20. From this you can either use a resilient clip and hat channel or just "furring strips". Mount your layer of 5/8" sheetrock to that, then apply a dampening compound like Green Glue and another layer of 5/8" sheetrock. That's pretty much it other than sealing all the seams up with a good acoustic sealant. You don't need to add absorption like panels to the interior of the isocab. Also, its a good idea to make sure your also placing your actual amp/cab on a rubber pad to decouple it from the floor. Hope that helps!