I had two shows this past Saturday. The first was a benefit for Toys For Tots. I usually don't do benefits, but seeing as a close friend was the coordinator I decided to participate. I walked in with my guitar and my TLSE. On stage there was a guitar rig that was spread over about five feet in front of me with every pedal imaginable. I looked at the guitar player and said, "Where's the power amp in?" I pulled out the TLSE and the guy asked, "Are those things any good?" My response was "Let's plug it in." He gave me two stereo in lines and I was playing through a Mesa twenty watt stereo power amp through a stereo 412 Marshall cab. At first I noticed that there was not enough presence and thought I might have to re-program some patches. But the Mesa had a presence control and I cranked it. The tones that came out were nothing less than marvelous. I played an exceptional show, and because the TLSE sounded so sweet, I showboated a little bit. (I only do that when the conditions are just right.)
Well, the needy children got toys, the guy with the giant rig got an ear full of great tones (with minimal square footage), and I walk out with my guitar/TLSE.
Chico 
You old dog, Rafa ! That
Mon, 2006/12/04 - 8:59am — hamfistYou old dog, Rafa !
That sounds like a result for everyone concerned.
Alan
www.soundclick.com/alanbridges
I'd like to add to my story.
Mon, 2006/12/04 - 2:03pm — ChicoBluezI'd like to add to my story.
The Mesa 20/20 stereo power amp and Marshall cab along with the TLSE is a winning combination. I spotted a 20/20 on ebay. With 2 single 12 cabs...I could probably capture KING KONG or GODZILLA as pesonal pets.
Chioc
www.thefabuloushouserockers.com
"When the power of love is greater than the love of power, there will be world peace." -Jimi Hendrix
You're being way too modest
Mon, 2006/12/04 - 4:02pm — hamfistYou're being way too modest here, Rafa. I reckon you could capture them all on your own !!
Alan
www.soundclick.com/alanbridges
looks like a pretty penny
Mon, 2006/12/04 - 9:36pm — mself61looks like a pretty penny Chico. I think the best way to go is a stereo amp and two cabs.
www.selfdistruction.com
www.avatarspeakers.com I'm
Tue, 2006/12/05 - 7:41am — ChicoBluezwww.avatarspeakers.com
I'm looking in to this company for the 2 single 12 cabs.
Any suggestions??
Chico
www.thefabuloushouserockers.com
"When the power of love is greater than the love of power, there will be world peace." -Jimi Hendrix
Rafael, My friend has
Tue, 2006/12/05 - 2:20pm — eyema_believerRafael,
My friend has bought 2 of their "hellatone" (spelling?) speakers to put in his isolation cab that we built him just liek mine. They sound great....
~Shawn
www.unleavened.net
well if I was gonna buy
Tue, 2006/12/05 - 9:58pm — mself61well if I was gonna buy anythin on that first page (if there were more) I really like to stal light while having the stereo option so my choice by quick look was the B210 NEO 500 watts TOLEX at bottom of page. but I'd also like to have a pair of Celestion G12T100 and make or buy two small cabs for them.
www.selfdistruction.com
Shawn, Now I'm thinkin' the
Wed, 2006/12/06 - 8:06am — ChicoBluezShawn,
Now I'm thinkin' the 2 cabs should tilt like monitors to create a sweet spot and not blast to FOH.
Not wanting to cross threads...how's the tune doing?
Chico
www.thefabuloushouserockers.com
"When the power of love is greater than the love of power, there will be world peace." -Jimi Hendrix
Sounds like a good setup
Wed, 2006/12/06 - 8:33am — eyema_believerSounds like a good setup Rafael!
Tune is being worked on this week by our friend in the UK. PM me and lets make plans for your trip to Michigan!
~Shawn
www.unleavened.net
Rafa, THose Avatar cab seem
Wed, 2006/12/06 - 3:29pm — hamfistRafa, THose Avatar cab seem good quality and reasonably priced. Unavailable, of course, over here !
If you want to tilt them, I'd just pop them on one of those tilting combo stands.
For speakers, I'd go with G12H30's, personally, if I was sticking to cheapish Celestion or Eminence. If you want to treat yourself, have a look at the Scumbacks from southbayampworks.com (I like their H75 and H55 models). They sound absolutely awesome.
I Reckon you'd be looking at maybe running in the next presidential campaign if you started gigging with your TLSE running into a Mesa 20/20 into a pair of Avatar 1x12's loaded with Scumbacks.
Alan
www.soundclick.com/alanbridges
Alan, I have a
Wed, 2006/12/06 - 6:14pm — ChicoBluezAlan,
I have a confession;
Everytime I say to myself that I'm done spending money on gear, I end up spending more.
I can't wait to go to heaven....no music stores/guitar magazines/great sites like this one!
Chico
www.thefabuloushouserockers.com
"When the power of love is greater than the love of power, there will be world peace." -Jimi Hendrix
Hey Chico. A good brother of
Thu, 2006/12/07 - 7:13am — Ross HansenHey Chico. A good brother of mine says Heaven is going to be all digital and wireless! Ha.
Ross
www.boulevardroad/myspace.com
www.boulevardroad.com
What?? No tubes?? Looks
Fri, 2006/12/08 - 3:19pm — ChicoBluezWhat?? No tubes??
Looks like the Avatar single cabs are going to happen.
Mesa power amp upgrade to 50/50 (heavier/bigger but more headroom).
Does anyone have a spare bedroom?
My wife is going to be angry!!
Chico
www.thefabuloushouserockers.com
"When the power of love is greater than the love of power, there will be world peace." -Jimi Hendrix
You lucky man, Rafael !!
Sat, 2006/12/09 - 12:40am — hamfistYou lucky man, Rafael !! Have you decided on speakers yet ? Also, are these to replace your Fenders ? or just as an extra rig. Alan
www.soundclick.com/alanbridges
Alan, Yes! The Fenders are
Sat, 2006/12/09 - 8:18am — ChicoBluezAlan,
Yes! The Fenders are going to retire. One for home use the other for worship. That's two rigs in retirement.
Being budget minded, I will start with Eminance speakers.
I think weight wise it's and even trade. On the power end, my cleans will shimmer thru the Mesa power amp.
I am blessed.
Chico
www.thefabuloushouserockers.com
"When the power of love is greater than the love of power, there will be world peace." -Jimi Hendrix
You've got some nice gear,
Sat, 2006/12/09 - 10:23am — hamfistYou've got some nice gear, Rafael, that's true. You truly are blessed.
I also feel very blessed with my little rig. I love it. Alan
www.soundclick.com/alanbridges
the tonelab is the best
Mon, 2006/12/18 - 5:07pm — AviKicksthe tonelab is the best thing i have ever bought for my rig. it is by far the best investment i have made in my life period. if you by a huge pedal board and many pedals that can get wayyy to expensive and heavy and its just huge. the tonelab is also easier to use. i love it
Yes it is! Chico
Mon, 2006/12/18 - 8:40pm — ChicoBluezYes it is!
Chico
www.thefabuloushouserockers.com
"When the power of love is greater than the love of power, there will be world peace." -Jimi Hendrix