Herbert vs Uberschall

[Death by Uberschall]

Wow, a lot of diversity in the opinions.

This is what I'm planning on doing with my stage set-up. I've been tossing around the idea of moving away from my 20 space rack with the triaxis/2:90 and all the goodies to a dual amp/dual Recto V30 cabinet set-up. I'm looking to use my Mesa High Gain amp switcher and my midi switching/routing unit to control the channels and loops on both amp heads. Add a midi effects unit or two and have a 4 space rack and amp set-up that would kill. Sounds complicated, but it's really simple to do. I've already decided to use my SLO for cleans and leads. So I'm looking for that hard/heavy rhythm tone amp. My early dual Recto sounds good, but looking for something a little bigger/heavier/fuller/more extreme sounding. Since I added the depth mod to my SLO I might even use it along with the second amp for rhythm.

So far I'm leaning towards the Uberschall which is obviously a lower cost option. If I don't like it I'm sure I could sell it and get my money back out of it.

 

[Death by Uberschall]

Uberschall on the way, thanks everybody.

 

[j666]

 

[fearhk213]

Uberschall on the way, thanks everybody.

Which Revision are you getting?

 

[Les Zombie]

i always liked my ubers better.

 

[lefchr]

this is more a preference thing, so your better off a-b-ing them to decide.

Especially with the amount of money they cost.

 

[nbarts]

I think Uber will compliment your current gear very well, but I also think that you should sell both of your Mesas & get a Herbert too . But I have a damaged head so don't take it too serious.
Also I guess it's worth to mention that Herbert will outperform many many amps in live situation.

 

[Hey_bert_whtcha_doin_bert]

I wouldn't ditch that SLO... EVER.

 

[Death by Uberschall]

Uberschall on the way, thanks everybody.

Which Revision are you getting?

Rev2
looks to be in mint condition and rarely used.

The SLO is never to be sold, only enjoyed!!!

 

[Shiny_Surface]

Uberschall on the way, thanks everybody.

Which Revision are you getting?

Rev2
looks to be in mint condition and rarely used.

The SLO is never to be sold, only enjoyed!!!

The Rev 2 is a WALL of sound, I've never heard an amp so thick

I bet it will pair up great with your SLO, they should compliment each other extremely well.

 

[Death by Uberschall]

The Rev 2 is a WALL of sound, I've never heard an amp so thick

I bet it will pair up great with your SLO, they should compliment each other extremely well.

Here's the amp, should be shipped out today, thanks to RustyMcTavish

I plan on using it next to the SLO on stage with my pair of 4x12 Recto/V30 cabs and a little rack loaded with my Mesa High Gain Amp switcher and my midi switching/routing unit, along with effects and noise gate. On the floor will be my midi peda board, VHT Valvulator, Morley Bad Horsie, MXR Phase 90 and MXR Flanger.

SHOULD HIT LIKE A SLEDGE HAMMER!!!!

 

[j666]

wow. that thing is bro0tiful!

 

[Death by Uberschall]

wow. that thing is bro0tiful!

So is your avatar!!!!

 

[fearhk213]

Uberschall on the way, thanks everybody.

Which Revision are you getting?

Rev2
looks to be in mint condition and rarely used.

The SLO is never to be sold, only enjoyed!!!

Sweet. That thing looks really clean. They're killer amps for what you said you wanted so I hope it works out for ya.

 

[moronmountain]

So which version of the Uber does everyone like the best? I had the 1st one and was thinking about the second version if/when I ever replace it. I like the loop level on the blue version as an idea but I'm not sure I like the idea of it being voiced differently. Sorry to hijack the thread, but you already made your decision so I figured it was ok. Gratz on the amp btw.

 

[Death by Uberschall]

Oh man, I can see this turning into the "First 500 Rectos are the PRIZE" discussion.
BTW, it's been documented so far that it's thru #503. I have even more info available on that topic for anybody interested.

The loop level on the Blue rev is really not needed since the channel volumes feed the loop anyway. But it does open up the possibility of using it as a volume cut/boost feature that the amp did not have. The bias test points are a nice add on, but not really needed because you need to know the plate voltage measurement to bias correctly and the bias adjustment is internal to the amp.

The Rev2 was the one I wanted because it fit my needs. I wanted that dark/thick sound for my rhythms with some smoother control (I like having control ) and I have other amps to fill in elsewhere.

 

[Shiny_Surface]

Oh man, I can see this turning into the "First 500 Rectos are the PRIZE" discussion.
BTW, it's been documented so far that it's thru #503. I have even more info available on that topic for anybody interested.

The loop level on the Blue rev is really not needed since the channel volumes feed the loop anyway. But it does open up the possibility of using it as a volume cut/boost feature that the amp did not have. The bias test points are a nice add on, but not really needed because you need to know the plate voltage measurement to bias correctly and the bias adjustment is internal to the amp.

The Rev2 was the one I wanted because it fit my needs. I wanted that dark/thick sound for my rhythms with some smoother control (I like having control ) and I have other amps to fill in elsewhere.

The voicing difference means alot more than the external bias test points and the send level control IMO. They really are quite different. I think you made the right choice given your needs

 

[Death by Uberschall]

Oh man, I can see this turning into the "First 500 Rectos are the PRIZE" discussion.
BTW, it's been documented so far that it's thru #503. I have even more info available on that topic for anybody interested.

The loop level on the Blue rev is really not needed since the channel volumes feed the loop anyway. But it does open up the possibility of using it as a volume cut/boost feature that the amp did not have. The bias test points are a nice add on, but not really needed because you need to know the plate voltage measurement to bias correctly and the bias adjustment is internal to the amp.

The Rev2 was the one I wanted because it fit my needs. I wanted that dark/thick sound for my rhythms with some smoother control (I like having control ) and I have other amps to fill in elsewhere.

The voicing difference means alot more than the external bias test points and the send level control IMO. They really are quite different. I think you made the right choice given your needs

Yeah, I couldn't say on the voicings as I've never heard them side-by-side.

 

[dylannelson]

Uber - modded JCM800 killer

I would take an 800 over an uber any time of the week, but they are not even on the same page voicing wise IMO

 

[Death by Uberschall]

Got it...........

WOW!!!

That is all for now...........