Which amp for a Hendrix sound?

Fender Strat · 03-01-2009, 04:49 PM

Besides his signature amp.

I'm playing a Fender American Strat. Would a JTM45 do it? Plexi? Vintage Modern? Please let me know if there are any other suggestions. Thanks!

holycowbatman101 · 03-01-2009, 04:53 PM

Plexi. He used those.

crossroadsnyc · 03-01-2009, 04:57 PM

Can't go wrong with the Vintage Modern for Hendrix. Really.

Stretchy · 03-01-2009, 06:02 PM

Yep Vintage Modern would do it. But Hendrix use the master of all Plexis, the 1959 SLP

Fender Strat · 03-01-2009, 06:23 PM

What's the difference between the 1959hw and the 1959slpx? Which one should I get?

holycowbatman101 · 03-01-2009, 06:30 PM

Hand wired and just the normal stock version not hand wired. You would want the hand wired if you had the choice but the stock version would be great too. If you can't afford the Plexi that would be 1k+ then a standard dsl combo would do.

tazzboy · 03-01-2009, 08:23 PM

I thought Hendrix used a JTM 45/100 Watt with KT66 Power Tubes?

dook · 03-01-2009, 09:52 PM

+1 on vintage modern. KT66s and G12Cs. The amp designer has posted settings over at the vintage modern site for the jtm45 tone.

guitarweasel · 03-01-2009, 09:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tazzboy

I thought Hendrix used a JTM 45/100 Watt with KT66 Power Tubes?

Yes he did. Otherwise known as a Marshall "Super Amp" The KT-66's gave it more of an unique sound as opposed to EL-34's

coldsteal2 · 03-02-2009, 12:21 AM

The vintage Modern is perfect for the Hedrix sound
it uses KT66's like the Super 100's hendrix used.

steelhorse · 03-02-2009, 12:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coldsteal2

The vintage Modern is perfect for the Hedrix sound
it uses KT66's like the Super 100's hendrix used.

+1

StanleyDavez · 03-02-2009, 01:19 AM

Hendrix used fairly shitty 70's strats. Thats how he gets his main tone and attack. Other than that I've read a lot and seen in old footage what looks to be older Marshall 100w bass heads. Couldnt possibly tell but I'm fairly certain that he was using celestions in most of his cabs. Some sound like he wasnt, but hard to tell. I know of an awesome Pup designer and maker. If you get a hold of me I'll get you info on how to get a hold of him. They are the best pup's I've ever heard(He has designed many models). He nails that hendrix tone with some of his models, given you plug into the right equipment.

jtm-series player · 03-02-2009, 08:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by StanleyDavez

Hendrix used fairly shitty 70's strats. Thats how he gets his main tone and attack.

that's really interesting Stanley, because he died in 1970

jcmjmp · 03-02-2009, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by jtm-series player

that's really interesting Stanley, because he died in 1970

That's what's so great about forums like this. Anyone can post things that they just invented on the spot and state that as fact.

rockinr0ll · 03-02-2009, 09:16 AM

I thought Hendrix used 100 watt plexi's?

crossroadsnyc · 03-02-2009, 09:43 AM

For what it's worth, Steve Dawson, who designed the Hendrix Signature amp, is also the designer for the Vintage Modern. Aside from purchasing the Hendrix Signature amp, or purchasing a JTM45/100 and having modifications done to it, I think the VM is the choice for you. Along with the points that were made above, it also comes with the same speakers as were designed for the Hendrix Signature amp. Do you have a chance to try one out?

sojatriani · 03-02-2009, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by jtm-series player

that's really interesting Stanley, because he died in 1970

HAHAHAHA, sucks to get busted , the famous flaming strat was a 1966, Frank Zappa had that one given to him in '68, his most famous and favorite models were said to be his black '68 strat, white '68 and the sunburst '68. For amps he used Vox and Fender first, it wasn't until he sat in with Cream that he learned about the Marshall, the Super. And furthermore , the '70 strats are my favorite one....shitty...whatever.

Ny VM nails the Hendrix sound, wish my skill could!!!!

poeman33 · 03-02-2009, 12:20 PM

It hasn't been mentioned, but I get a very good resemblance of his sound out of my DSL. The ash body and vintage noiseless pickups in my Strat are a big part of that of course. Lots of videos of the DSL with Strats on Youtube too where guys are really nailing his sound.

MonstersOfTheMidway · 03-02-2009, 01:26 PM

I'd go with his reissue first, but that would be hard to come by most days. I'd then recommend JTM45-100watt head, 1959slpx, and finally, a vintage modern. If you have the money, I'd go for those reissue heads, but if money is tight, then the VM will do.

janarn · 03-02-2009, 01:55 PM

If you want to nail the sound buy a early Plexi Super Lead.
Hendrix played all kinds of them '66 - '70. He only used the JTM-45/100 very early, and used JMP Super Lead rest of the time. A Super Bass would also work fine.
None of the RI amps will nail the sound the way an original Plexi do.

Fender Strat · 03-02-2009, 03:56 PM

Alright I'm going to have to play a Vintage Modern now to see if it's good along with the JTM45 and the the Plexi. Thanks.

rockinr0ll · 03-02-2009, 04:31 PM

You are really going to like them all.

Dmann · 03-02-2009, 07:55 PM

hmmm... IMO it was his playing style. pretty much any marshall on any well used strat... drop some LSD on your tongue = Jimi Hendrix.

StanleyDavez · 03-02-2009, 10:25 PM

I appreciate you guys not nailing me too hard on that. I meant he used the 70's style strats (you can tell by the big headstock) that fender applied in 65'. Ive always heard them refered to 70's sytle even though they made them all the way to 1980. My point was that the gweets he was using were the ones that fender unfortunately started using "quality control" on. Even though today they are the milestone for tone, fender was cutting back a lot on quality around this period. Thanks for the clear up sojatriani. Thought we were all here to help eachother, not bust nuts.

Scrap_Iron · 03-03-2009, 12:06 AM

I thought it was a typo, Stanley, but I see what you mean.

When I started playing guitar in the early 70's (creak...groan..) the hip stuff was "pre-CBS." Anything else was bleh. I got my 73(?) Strat in 1978, and thought I was settling for what I could afford...a 3d-hand sunburst, w/rosewood and that ugly bullet sticking up.

Well, I still like it.

As for Hendrix sound...gee, which one? He got a million sounds. I think most any valve Marshall with Celestions can be the basis of some Hendrix variation. What would Jimi do with what's available today?

coldsteal2 · 03-03-2009, 03:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by janarn

If you want to nail the sound buy a early Plexi Super Lead.
Hendrix played all kinds of them '66 - '70. He only used the JTM-45/100 very early, and used JMP Super Lead rest of the time. A Super Bass would also work fine.
None of the RI amps will nail the sound the way an original Plexi do.

the Handwired Jimi Hendrix amp will
its an exact recreation but who can afford one

janarn · 03-03-2009, 04:10 AM

Yes, the handwired RI is an exact recreation of the first amp he used in '66.
He used many others later.

Sorry to say, but none of the RI models I've tried sounds close to the originals.

MonstersOfTheMidway · 03-03-2009, 12:46 PM

One more thing to keep in mind: Hendrix did love to experiment with his equipment, so modification to original equipment is something to keep in mind. You probably won't find THE Hendrix tone, but you can come close with those old plexi super leads. Reissue plexi heads will also get you close, but in most cases you won't get exact either. Strat, plexi, and 4x12 cab with celestions will get you close. Hope this helps.

Vintager12 · 03-03-2009, 12:55 PM

You can give fender a try but you better use a JMP45 , Plexi or VM

sojatriani · 03-03-2009, 07:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by StanleyDavez

I appreciate you guys not nailing me too hard on that. I meant he used the 70's style strats (you can tell by the big headstock) that fender applied in 65'. Ive always heard them refered to 70's sytle even though they made them all the way to 1980. My point was that the gweets he was using were the ones that fender unfortunately started using "quality control" on. Even though today they are the milestone for tone, fender was cutting back a lot on quality around this period. Thanks for the clear up sojatriani. Thought we were all here to help eachother, not bust nuts.

Hey , it's all fun, no animosity,laughing with you, not at you brother...and I love those old big headstock strats,,,,

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Fender Strat Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 36	Which amp for a Hendrix sound? Besides his signature amp. I'm playing a Fender American Strat. Would a JTM45 do it? Plexi? Vintage Modern? Please let me know if there are any other suggestions. Thanks!

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holycowbatman101 Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 80	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? Plexi. He used those.

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crossroadsnyc Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 441	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? Can't go wrong with the Vintage Modern for Hendrix. Really.

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holycowbatman101 Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 80	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? Hand wired and just the normal stock version not hand wired. You would want the hand wired if you had the choice but the stock version would be great too. If you can't afford the Plexi that would be 1k+ then a standard dsl combo would do.

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tazzboy Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 79	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? I thought Hendrix used a JTM 45/100 Watt with KT66 Power Tubes? __________________

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dook Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 19	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? +1 on vintage modern. KT66s and G12Cs. The amp designer has posted settings over at the vintage modern site for the jtm45 tone.

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coldsteal2 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Chico, CA Posts: 1,607	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? The vintage Modern is perfect for the Hedrix sound it uses KT66's like the Super 100's hendrix used. __________________ http://www.soundclick.com/bands/defa...&content=music

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StanleyDavez Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 5	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? Hendrix used fairly shitty 70's strats. Thats how he gets his main tone and attack. Other than that I've read a lot and seen in old footage what looks to be older Marshall 100w bass heads. Couldnt possibly tell but I'm fairly certain that he was using celestions in most of his cabs. Some sound like he wasnt, but hard to tell. I know of an awesome Pup designer and maker. If you get a hold of me I'll get you info on how to get a hold of him. They are the best pup's I've ever heard(He has designed many models). He nails that hendrix tone with some of his models, given you plug into the right equipment.

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rockinr0ll Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,602	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? I thought Hendrix used 100 watt plexi's?

03-02-2009, 09:43 AM	#16 (permalink)
crossroadsnyc Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 441	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? For what it's worth, Steve Dawson, who designed the Hendrix Signature amp, is also the designer for the Vintage Modern. Aside from purchasing the Hendrix Signature amp, or purchasing a JTM45/100 and having modifications done to it, I think the VM is the choice for you. Along with the points that were made above, it also comes with the same speakers as were designed for the Hendrix Signature amp. Do you have a chance to try one out?

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poeman33 Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 471	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? It hasn't been mentioned, but I get a very good resemblance of his sound out of my DSL. The ash body and vintage noiseless pickups in my Strat are a big part of that of course. Lots of videos of the DSL with Strats on Youtube too where guys are really nailing his sound. __________________ --------------- Marshall JCM2000 DSL50 Avatar Vintage 4x12 cab Fender American Deluxe HSS Strat Ash body

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MonstersOfTheMidway Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: a chair Posts: 448	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? I'd go with his reissue first, but that would be hard to come by most days. I'd then recommend JTM45-100watt head, 1959slpx, and finally, a vintage modern. If you have the money, I'd go for those reissue heads, but if money is tight, then the VM will do.

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janarn Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 495	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? If you want to nail the sound buy a early Plexi Super Lead. Hendrix played all kinds of them '66 - '70. He only used the JTM-45/100 very early, and used JMP Super Lead rest of the time. A Super Bass would also work fine. None of the RI amps will nail the sound the way an original Plexi do.

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Fender Strat Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 36	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? Alright I'm going to have to play a Vintage Modern now to see if it's good along with the JTM45 and the the Plexi. Thanks.

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rockinr0ll Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,602	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? You are really going to like them all.

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Dmann Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Calgary, Canada Posts: 15	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? hmmm... IMO it was his playing style. pretty much any marshall on any well used strat... drop some LSD on your tongue = Jimi Hendrix.

03-02-2009, 10:25 PM	#24 (permalink)
StanleyDavez Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 5	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? I appreciate you guys not nailing me too hard on that. I meant he used the 70's style strats (you can tell by the big headstock) that fender applied in 65'. Ive always heard them refered to 70's sytle even though they made them all the way to 1980. My point was that the gweets he was using were the ones that fender unfortunately started using "quality control" on. Even though today they are the milestone for tone, fender was cutting back a lot on quality around this period. Thanks for the clear up sojatriani. Thought we were all here to help eachother, not bust nuts.

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Scrap_Iron Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 133	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? I thought it was a typo, Stanley, but I see what you mean. When I started playing guitar in the early 70's (creak...groan..) the hip stuff was "pre-CBS." Anything else was bleh. I got my 73(?) Strat in 1978, and thought I was settling for what I could afford...a 3d-hand sunburst, w/rosewood and that ugly bullet sticking up. Well, I still like it. As for Hendrix sound...gee, which one? He got a million sounds. I think most any valve Marshall with Celestions can be the basis of some Hendrix variation. What would Jimi do with what's available today?

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janarn Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 495	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? Yes, the handwired RI is an exact recreation of the first amp he used in '66. He used many others later. Sorry to say, but none of the RI models I've tried sounds close to the originals. Last edited by janarn; 03-04-2009 at 03:35 PM.

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MonstersOfTheMidway Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: a chair Posts: 448	Re: Which amp for a Hendrix sound? One more thing to keep in mind: Hendrix did love to experiment with his equipment, so modification to original equipment is something to keep in mind. You probably won't find THE Hendrix tone, but you can come close with those old plexi super leads. Reissue plexi heads will also get you close, but in most cases you won't get exact either. Strat, plexi, and 4x12 cab with celestions will get you close. Hope this helps.

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