knopfler74 Posted February 6, 2017 Posted February 6, 2017 Picked up one of these today. This picture is from the Humbucker music website, but mine is exactly the same in terms of color and whatnot. I don't have my camera on me right this second because I left it at home and I'm in my studio, but I'll post picks later this week. I'm also going to record the amp and maybe even do a video for you all. This thing is simply amazing, end of story. Here's a link from Dr. Z's website, in case you want to check out the specs and whatnot. I got mine at Dave's Guitar Shop in Lacrosse, WI. Class set of guys that work there, and the price is amazing at $1299 I know, I know, I sound like and advert for it all, but really, wow, it's that good. Think Fender clean without the ear piercing bite in the top end. Also, the level control and master, along with the gain, are very interactive. This thing really does get quiet and remain the same, tonally. 33 lbs and an effects loop. Again, wow! Just wanted to share the joy, but I'll be sure to post pictures and do some recordings for you. The ones online don't do it justice in the slightest. If you gig, or just play in the bedroom, this amp is a game changer, seriously. I am, for the first time since picking up guitar, blown away with a piece of gear. Hope you're all well! M
notbillgelder Posted February 6, 2017 Posted February 6, 2017 15 Watts Output Tubes 2 – 6V6 (cathode biased) Preamp Tubes 2 – 12AX7, 1 – 12AT7 Rectifier 1 – 5AR4 Controls Volume, Master, Treble, Middle, Bass, Level Configurations 1×12 Studio Combo (w/ special design Eminence Z12 speaker) Other Foot-switchable Variable EQ Bypass Boost – (Footswitch included) Effects Loop External Speaker Out Colors Black with Z-Wreck Grill Cloth Dimensions and Weight 1×12 Studio Combo: 19 ¼” W, 19 ½” H, 10 ½ ” D; 33 lbs. http://drzamps.com/product/cure/
knopfler74 Posted February 6, 2017 Author Posted February 6, 2017 15 Watts Output Tubes 2 – 6V6 (cathode biased) Preamp Tubes 2 – 12AX7, 1 – 12AT7 Rectifier 1 – 5AR4 Controls Volume, Master, Treble, Middle, Bass, Level Configurations 1×12 Studio Combo (w/ special design Eminence Z12 speaker) Other Foot-switchable Variable EQ Bypass Boost – (Footswitch included)Effects Loop External Speaker Out Colors Black with Z-Wreck Grill Cloth Dimensions and Weight 1×12 Studio Combo: 19 ¼” W, 19 ½” H, 10 ½ ” D; 33 lbs. http://drzamps.com/product/cure/ Thanks for posting that! Just been fiddling with the variable EQ boost. Sound amazing. Thinking of throwing my boost pedal in the ocean. I don't need it anymore!
notbillgelder Posted February 7, 2017 Posted February 7, 2017 Thanks for posting that! Just been fiddling with the variable EQ boost. Sound amazing. Thinking of throwing my boost pedal in the ocean. I don't need it anymore! I was looking at the Cure myself. I did not think it would be loud enough to be used live with the band. If you don't want the boost pedal send it to me. If you do throw it in the ocean put it in watertight package and maybe the current will bring it my way.
golferwave Posted February 7, 2017 Posted February 7, 2017 Cool lookin' little amp. The Dr. Z line of amps have the tone. $1299 seems like a bargain. Enjoy!
212Mavguy Posted February 7, 2017 Posted February 7, 2017 Now THAT is the kind of amp that a Heritage guitar deserves to be played through!!! No Chinese dime-a-dozen price point poo here! Those Z-guys build nice amps. Cathode bias setup means no bias setting, warm and creamy tones result, a 5y3wgt will get that amp singing with a darker, creamier edge at a slightly lower volume. Tube rec/cathode bias is a good recipe for smooth sustain...there is some compression in that setup which makes for easy, forgiving to play through...musical sounding expressions from the fingers. The money spent is a great value in this case, particularly the longer that the amp is retained and played through. Five years later the cost will be forgotten and the tones will be both great memories and instantly available. Boutique amps for boutique guitars!
knopfler74 Posted February 8, 2017 Author Posted February 8, 2017 Now THAT is the kind of amp that a Heritage guitar deserves to be played through!!! No Chinese dime-a-dozen price point poo here! Those Z-guys build nice amps. Cathode bias setup means no bias setting, warm and creamy tones result, a 5y3wgt will get that amp singing with a darker, creamier edge at a slightly lower volume. Tube rec/cathode bias is a good recipe for smooth sustain...there is some compression in that setup which makes for easy, forgiving to play through...musical sounding expressions from the fingers. The money spent is a great value in this case, particularly the longer that the amp is retained and played through. Five years later the cost will be forgotten and the tones will be both great memories and instantly available. Boutique amps for boutique guitars! Word. Literally everything you said was dead, spot-on. I can't wait till the weekend comes so I can make you all some recordings with it!
Gitfiddler Posted February 8, 2017 Posted February 8, 2017 15 watts from a quality built tube amp is about the perfect 'sweet spot' for home and small venue tone nirvana. Enjoy that new box.
ElNumero Posted February 14, 2017 Posted February 14, 2017 Nice amp Knop, what are you going to plug into it first?
JeffGuitar Posted February 26, 2017 Posted February 26, 2017 Oh man I've been wanting one of these ever since Z announced them. I've got a Therapy and love it love it love it but a Cure would be wonderful too!
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