NAD: Randall Diavlo RD20 head

[culturejam]

SO. MUCH. METAL. 

I got this as an "upgrade" to my Diavlo RD5 (5-watt with 1 6v6), as it it is 20 watts with 2x 6v6 and has separate clean channel. I figured the dirty side of the preamp would be pretty similar in both amps, but my god was I wrong. The RD5 gets pretty damn cranked up, but the RD20 can really bring the br00tz. I can't believe how much bass this thing can put out. The *chugga-chugga* is substantial.    This is the first amp I've ever played in which I ended up turing the gain down a bit because max is ... I can't believe I'm about to say this ... a little too much.    Even with gain maxed, full chords still maintain a lot of clarity and note separation.

The clean channel is sparkly clean and is a great platform for pedals. To go along with that, the effects loop is instrument level to play nice with pedals. And I will be using the XLR emulated speaker out for recording (via iRig Pro). 

I kinda wish it had independent EQ for each channel, but it's really not much of a hassle. Overall, I'm quite pleased with the sound and fit/finish.

[rullywowr]

Nice looking amp, and description. Also like the Sennheiser e609 and SM57 mic combo

[selfdestroyer]

Very cool. I also love that cab mic stand/clamp .. I never seen them before.

[culturejam]

Thanks, guys!

The mics are a good combo together (and they are both reasonably priced).

Very cool. I also love that cab mic stand/clamp .. I never seen them before.

It's the Audix Grabber:
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/CabGrabber

[selfdestroyer]

Thanks, guys!

The mics are a good combo together (and they are both reasonably priced).

Very cool. I also love that cab mic stand/clamp .. I never seen them before.

It's the Audix Grabber:
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/CabGrabber

Thanks for the link. Looks perfect for my Bassman 2x15 cab.

[jubal81]

I KNOW that lil beast is a ton of fun. Big grats. Now off to google the schematic ...

[pickdropper]

That looks pretty nice.  I always like small fire breathing amps.