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The Quilter has been my mini rig for the last couple of years of gigs, and has served as backup for larger gigs. The Twin hasn’t been out of my studio yet, but I think it’ll be a gigging beast when we get back to regular gigs.
As to comparisons, it’s tricky as the Twin is hardwired to the speakers so until I’m out of warranty I won’t be able to run them through the same cab for a true comparison. Generally though I find the Quilter is a bit bland on its own, but responds well to EQ and preamp pedals. Just a bit of extra top-end from my Boss MS3 global EQ sounds great to my ears. I imagine you could get a great Fender sound on a par with the Tonemaster with a bit of experimentation and the right speakers. With any of the newer Quilters with proper BMT tonestacks it should be even easier.
For me, I play in a Stones tribute and liked the idea of the Twin as an easy, classic looking setup that can carry any gig without needing to mess with separate cabs etc. I also like the idea of having a separate channel ready to go in case the other guitarist’s amp goes down during a gig.
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Loving the amp so far though it's mostly sitting on the 0.5w attenuation. Sounds great with a Soul Food into it.
I like the cream tolex, but am after the classic Twin sound (to play surf).
Must buy with ears, not eyes!
So, here are my thoughts...
1.) You have had some pedigree amps, and none more than the Carr Rambler. Ive had 3, and my last one I bought new from Doug at Coda. I loved my Rambler - best pedal platform ever, imho.
2.) I think the 'conversion to digital' journey can be a challenging one mentally, if that sounds right. We all think we know that valve amps sound better, and often they do, but digital has caught up in terms of 'sound', if not 'feel'. My first discovery was a Blues Artist (?) which sounded incredibly like the Rambler clean.
Ive since tried many, with the outstanding one being the Kemper - which modelled the Rambler almost perfectly.
The change in mindset was quite challenging, but Im past that now.
3.) Nonetheless, I do like the look of real amps - the Fender livery is classic, and I love blonde amps. A lot of my amps are blonde where possible. A Kemper or modeller doesn't quite do it.
Enter the TMDR. Looks brilliant.
4.) The weight was a key issue for me. A major issue.
5.) It was worth the risk if the TMDR, and I have a Matchless Nighthawk should I really need that power and ummph !
6.) Ive never played a Quilter so cant comment; I did try the excellent SD PS170. Very impressive.
So, we the TMDR, I know have a good looking 'amp', very versatile, incredibly light, has a D.I. and sounds great. Cheap as chips (relatively) - whats not to love ???
The main reason (at the time remember there wasn't software for both) was that the verb was superior on the Blonde. The Black was off-off-a bit of verb- too much verb.
The Blonde update corrected this.
I also play with a Broadcaster which is trebly, so the bright mod suited me more.
Bear in mind initially, I tried the Twin vs Deluxe Reverb at rehearsal.... the DR had that softer earlier break up, and more forgiving sound for my needs.
All I can say is, the DR works brilliant at home, superb at rehearsal and even takes my acoustic really well.
My take is really simple. Don't compare it to "a real one". It will sound different and you will convince yourself that it's worse when it's actually just different.
In isolation it's a fantastic sounding thing with major practical benefits that the valve one doesn't, and unlike almost all other modelling combos ever made, doesn't cut corners on the cab, speakers and overall aesthetic, which is hugely important.
EDIT: That said, the only video I can find that actually compares them is the Andertons one. They do sound a little different (blond seems to have a bit more "chime" which is in line with my suggestion of a hint more Marshall/Vox flavour) but most importantly it seems to be a very good representation of how mine sounds on the blackface, so I would assume the blond is also a good representation.
Thanks just ordered with a 10% pre Black Friday discount!