Mod 50 head vs E2+RT2-50

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Im looking for an egnater modular rig used and was just wondering which rig you guys think would sound better. So which do you prefer, the head, or a preamp and the rt250? all opinions are appreciated

 

[muudrock]

I have a Mod 50 and an M4 rig. Both sound incredible, but they do sound different. Not better or worse, just different. A head always a certain feel and response that I've never found 100% in a preamp. However, I've been favoring the M4 preamp more than the head for a while now-at least at lower volumes. Up loud, the mod 50 sreams.

Is that unclear enough for you ?

If I had to choose one, It would be the M4 rig for the 2 extra modules and the RT2/50 for the switchable channels.

 

[Joeytpg]

How much would an E2+RT2-50 cost?

 

[Anonymous]

How much would an E2+RT2-50 cost?

'Bout 2k all told.

 

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I have a Mod 50 and an M4 rig. Both sound incredible, but they do sound different. Not better or worse, just different. A head always a certain feel and response that I've never found 100% in a preamp. However, I've been favoring the M4 preamp more than the head for a while now-at least at lower volumes. Up loud, the mod 50 sreams.

Is that unclear enough for you ?

If I had to choose one, It would be the M4 rig for the 2 extra modules and the RT2/50 for the switchable channels.

so would you say that the head has a little more mojo? or that the flexibility of the preamp means all around better tone? im not really concerned about the two extra modules i think two would be plenty for each gig. and does the channel switching mean you could be up on stage playin a sl2 module with el34's and then footswitch to a dlx module with 6l6''s?

 

[muudrock]

I have a Mod 50 and an M4 rig. Both sound incredible, but they do sound different. Not better or worse, just different. A head always a certain feel and response that I've never found 100% in a preamp. However, I've been favoring the M4 preamp more than the head for a while now-at least at lower volumes. Up loud, the mod 50 sreams.

Is that unclear enough for you ?

If I had to choose one, It would be the M4 rig for the 2 extra modules and the RT2/50 for the switchable channels.

so would you say that the head has a little more mojo? or that the flexibility of the preamp means all around better tone? im not really concerned about the two extra modules i think two would be plenty for each gig. and does the channel switching mean you could be up on stage playin a sl2 module with el34's and then footswitch to a dlx module with 6l6''s?

I wouldn't say the head has more mojo. All the Egnater gear has mojo IMO. The Mod 50 is flexible with 4 channels. I've just been liking the M4 more lately. I do like the extra 2 modules for the flexibility. Right now I'm running the VX, COD, EG3/4 and SL2x. The M4 allows me to cover all the ground tonally I need right now. But, I use the Mod50 a lot for gigs because it's portable and sounds killer. 2 modules at a gig is plenty- no one notices anyway.

Get what you want because if your like most of us, you'll end up buying it all in the end anyway.

 

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I wouldn't say the head has more mojo. All the Egnater gear has mojo IMO. The Mod 50 is flexible with 4 channels. I've just been liking the M4 more lately. I do like the extra 2 modules for the flexibility. Right now I'm running the VX, COD, EG3/4 and SL2x. The M4 allows me to cover all the ground tonally I need right now. But, I use the Mod50 a lot for gigs because it's portable and sounds killer. 2 modules at a gig is plenty- no one notices anyway.

Get what you want because if your like most of us, you'll end up buying it all in the end anyway.

yea thats true ill probably end up with both. i think for now ill look for a mod 50 and if i want more flexibility ill get the e2 chassis to use with it

 

[aeroic]

I wouldn't say the head has more mojo. All the Egnater gear has mojo IMO. The Mod 50 is flexible with 4 channels. I've just been liking the M4 more lately. I do like the extra 2 modules for the flexibility. Right now I'm running the VX, COD, EG3/4 and SL2x. The M4 allows me to cover all the ground tonally I need right now. But, I use the Mod50 a lot for gigs because it's portable and sounds killer. 2 modules at a gig is plenty- no one notices anyway.

Get what you want because if your like most of us, you'll end up buying it all in the end anyway.

yea thats true ill probably end up with both. i think for now ill look for a mod 50 and if i want more flexibility ill get the e2 chassis to use with it

So here's my Pros / Cons for each:

Mod50 Pros:

• lightweight
  parallel and series effects loop
  low power switch
  "percieved mojo" of a head

Mod50 Cons:

• not stereo
  only 1 set of power tubes
  only 2 spaces

RT2/50 Pros:

• stereo
  midi switchable
  can have 2 different sets of power tubes

RT2/50 Cons:

• heavy as hell
  requires a rack
  "percieved lack of mojo" of a preamp / power amp

For me...I do feel the Mod50's power section has a different vibe vs the RT2/50 some..but both are dripping with Mojo. I have both...as does muudrock...and I agree with him 100%. I love my M4 / RT2/50 setup mainly cause I use it in stereo w/ 2 cabs for that amazing separation, with ping pong delays...stereo phasers, flanges, rotary speakers sims, etc.

One thing I do love about the Mod50, is I don't have to buy a CAE line Mixer for it...since it has both a series and parallel efx loop built in. I had to buy one for my rack rig so I could do both series and parallel effects. After switching to do both, I absolutely love it...and couldn't see doing anything different...but that's me...YMMV.

Hope that helps.

 

[jmgman69]

Yep,what these guys said They all have MAJOR MOJO,But they do have different mojo,that being said,I happen to love the one I'm playing at the moment the best

 

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thanks for the help guys i keep changing my mind about which i wana use. i think im gonna just get whatever i see first for the right price

 

[jmgman69]

thanks for the help guys i keep changing my mind about which i wana use. i think im gonna just get whatever i see first for the right price

 

[viking22]

cause I use it in stereo w/ 2 cabs for that amazing separation, with ping pong delays...stereo phasers, flanges, rotary speakers sims, etc.

You shouldn't be allowed to do that ...

 

[aeroic]

cause I use it in stereo w/ 2 cabs for that amazing separation, with ping pong delays...stereo phasers, flanges, rotary speakers sims, etc.

You shouldn't be allowed to do that ...

ahahaha...sorry man! It's just heavenly jamming in front of it...when you have a stereo patch just panning L/R and you're standing in the middle. What delight I'll tell ya!!

Eric