Now That NAMM 2009 Is Over...

[dfrattaroli]

... and the new stuff has been displayed, do you think we may see some new mods? Or anything new in that department?

I would love to see clean mods based on the Roland JC and Mesa Lonestar. I'd also like to see an Egnater mod based on the Uberschall and/or XTC.

I'm just sayin'

Dave

 

[guitarslinger]

They're too busy Fazolli!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[EWSEthan]

How about a Mark IIC+ lead module now?

I have to be honest, I didnt have much GAS for any other amps and I played everything at NAMM but that Mark V was killer. Come on Jeff, dont make me buy a second amp when I can just use your new Mark module instead!

 

[bscfo1]

I second the XTC and Mark IV modules!

 

[Anonymous]

 

[broknstuff]

The GC egnater stuff is killer, and I think Egnater has such a breadth of killer products that are genius (I owe the rebel, some 1x12s, they're 2x12 is KILLER, the new 4x10 looks awesome etc) but I hope there's some more stuff mod series news in the horizon. With all these really cool new features on the GC stuff, like power scaling, tube mixing etc, digital verb that's switchable, that if the mod50 wasn't so killer and versatile, it'd be seriously jealous! New modules (mark IV? orange? whatever), the E2, poweramps...all those would help my jealousy

 

[Valtiel]

... and the new stuff has been displayed, do you think we may see some new mods? Or anything new in that department?

I would love to see clean mods based on the Roland JC and Mesa Lonestar. I'd also like to see an Egnater mod based on the Uberschall and/or XTC.

I'm just sayin'

Dave

Some more high gain options would be cool, but a Mesa Lonestar clean would be pretty redundant since its a Fender inspired clean. You could probably do better with the T/D or DLX.

 

[3 Mile Stone]

I think at this point they have the basic GC line in place where they want it (except for the Rebel 30 head ... ahem). I would expect them to focus on the MOD series soon. Be patient guys, we will be the first to know or at least get a hint.

 

[Valtiel]

I think at this point they have the basic GC line in place where they want it (except for the Rebel 30 head ... ahem). I would expect them to focus on the MOD series soon. Be patient guys, we will be the first to know or at least get a hint.

Well said, Bruce still loves us.

Things I would be all over:

-Egnater XTC module.
-Egnater MarkIIC+ module.
-Egnater Hiwatt module.

 

[dfrattaroli]

Some more high gain options would be cool, but a Mesa Lonestar clean would be pretty redundant since its a Fender inspired clean. You could probably do better with the T/D or DLX.

That's interesting. I have the T/D and a Lonestar. In fact, my first good amp, back when I was 14 or so, was a Fender Twin Reverb. (OK, everyone say it with me: "I wish I never sold that amp"). The T/D really does remind of the Twin. The first time I played it, it was jarringly close. But I don't think it's the same as a Lonestar. There are elements of each that I love. The T/D is warmer and I can "feel" a bit more gain. I love that. The Lonestar is a tad cleaner but not sterile. It's actually more bell-like IMO.

BTW, I hope I don't like the Mark V when I finally try one. It'll be tough to not get that.

Dave

 

[dfrattaroli]

They're too busy Fazolli!!!!!!!!!!!!

I know! I just wish they were busy designing new stuff (to extend the modular line). That's the flag ship-of the Egnater domain.

 

[RockStarNick]

Here's my thoughs: I have a feeling that because of the GC line, the demand for more modular stuff will increase, and sales for the modular stuff will increase as well.

Think about it: There's lots of us here who have been on tone quests for years, if not decades. And our search ended with Egnater. And while the GC line of stuff is absolutely incredible, a lot of us with $3K+ worth of Egnater Custom shop modular stuff just don't have the need for another head.

That being said...

Guitarists are constantly upgrading. From the day you get your first amp, you're thinking about your next one. The more affordable GC line is introducing the great Engater tone to a whole new demographic of players searching for an amp at a different price point. And when it comes time to upgrade for them (if necessary), they might very well be inclined to stick to the brand they know, and upgrade to the modular series.

Think about how many Marshall Loyalists are out there. "Dude, I got my first Marshall combo when I was 12, and for me, it's been Marshall ever since...". It could very well be the same way with Egnater for a new generation of players. I think as time goes on, and perhaps as their paycheck increases, lots of the fans of the Rebel and Tourmaster will be inclined to take the step up to the Mod50 series.

And as more and more people do so, there will be more opinions, suggestions, and demands for more modules.

 

[muudrock]

I may be wrong, but here is how I see it. The GC line is in all those retail stores exposed to many more people and in a more affordable price range. This translates into more sales and more money. The Modular gear, on the other hand, while higher quality and (arguably) better sounding(?) is also limited in availability and has a much higher price range. It appeals to less people. It's a simple rule of business. You concentrate on what is generating the most cash flow. Since they are focused on developing, establishing and tweaking this line of amps for the more mainstream customers and GC, the botique, hand built modular stuff is gonna be slower to come.
Having worked in this industry for several years, I also know that when GC opens a product line up, they want it on their schedule and in every store. Gotta deliver the goods in a timely manner.
It is what it is. Small operation (in terms of employees), superior product, and big demand.
Though there is a demand for the modular gear, it is no way near the demand of the GC line. Jeff/Bruce, feel free to correct me if I'm totally off base here.......

All things equal, I would love to see some more module choices. I would also love to have my older MOD 100 modded to use both channels of dual mods. Maybe soon?!?

 

[dfrattaroli]

Since they are focused on developing, establishing and tweaking this line of amps for the more mainstream customers and GC, the botique, hand built modular stuff is gonna be slower to come.

I hope that is not how it goes.

 

[Jeff Hilligan]

Mudrock you speak the truth! It's all about velocity..I mean the volume of possible Egnater users is infinite with the non modular line. That being said our hope is the exposure to the non modular will increase modular sales. It's not a matter of being better design or build quality, it's different technology in the modular line.


Oh ya by the way everyone, we have things in the hopper for the modular line for this year...do you all really think we would just roll over and quit!

 

[muudrock]

Mudrock you speak the truth! It's all about velocity..I mean the volume of possible Egnater users is infinite with the non modular line. That being said our hope is the exposure to the non modular will increase modular sales. It's not a matter of being better design or build quality, it's different technology in the modular line.


Oh ya by the way everyone, we have things in the hopper for the modular line for this year...do you all really think we would just roll over and quit!

We know you wouldn't quit on a winner Jeff. We are just greedy now! Call it an addiction if you will. When you have the best tone available for purchase, you want to buy more!

 

[Finnster]

I would love to see the digital reverb and a tube blend in the MOD Series.

 

[dfrattaroli]

Oh ya by the way everyone, we have things in the hopper for the modular line for this year...do you all really think we would just roll over and quit!

That's what I want to hear. It's the modular amplifier that sets Egnater apart from any other amp maker. Even Randall. That's what got my attention. The Rebel and products like that are nice and prove that you can have good tone without breaking the back but Egnater's signature, are those mods. There is no question about that.

 

[dfrattaroli]

I would love to see the digital reverb and a tube blend in the MOD Series.

Nice features but I think the E2 is going to be bigger than most people think. If you can give the average player access to 4 channels of Egnater mods for around $1000, it becomes much more affordable. A player can pair that with a used $5-$600 power amp and have a GREAT rig. It won't cost someone $3k with a power amp, to get into the US made Egnater modular amps.

What I think would be a huge addition to the existing M4 and even the E2 is an onboard graphic EQ that tone shapes BEFORE the power amp. And for the M4, how about the ability to blend modules? I know it's pie in the sky but I'm just throwing it out there. Or maybe, the ability to assign one module to the left and one to the right for some cool stereo blending?

 

[broknstuff]

I would love to see the digital reverb and a tube blend in the MOD Series.

and/or power scaling .

Thanks for the message jeff, i'm excited to see what new mod stuff you guys have up your sleeves