Nad: 6505+

rdamaral · 06-29-2012, 10:48 AM

Peavey - 6505 Plus 120W Amplifier Head - 00575680

This deal is killer, and I debated it for a bit. Then I e-mailed my buddy who is the manager at my local GC to ask if he could match the price. Not only did he match it, he beat it.

He sold me one for $826 NIB. My wife is picking it up as we speak. I can't wait to get home today, this is gonna be a loooong day, lol

jvm210guy · 06-29-2012, 11:06 AM

I've had the 6505+ as my main amp for about 2 years. I no longer have it, but it's a good amp with one amazingly good strong point. It's the one of the best amps for metal EVER. You'll like it

bvoris · 06-29-2012, 11:06 AM

Best buy will sell anything!

That is a good deal I was thinking about getting one at some point.

NewReligion · 06-29-2012, 12:14 PM

Congrats on the new amp.

New Religion

jvm210guy · 06-29-2012, 12:18 PM

Oh it's also still the best platform for fx I've experienced in an amp! Everything sounds great in the loop.

Strateuphoria · 06-29-2012, 12:46 PM

wow thats a bargain, they work out about $1700 over here!

rdamaral · 06-29-2012, 01:20 PM

GC on westhiemer in Houston has two more. If anyone wants one, let me know, I should be able to hook you up.

HeHasTheJazzHands · 06-29-2012, 01:43 PM

One of the greatest metal amps. :thumbs:
Congrats.

rdamaral · 06-29-2012, 02:19 PM

ya'll are making this workday the longest EVER!!!!

I can't wait to get home

rdamaral · 06-29-2012, 02:20 PM

Ya'll think I should use the Mode Four cab with this head to handle the power? It's either that or a regular JCM cab...

HeHasTheJazzHands · 06-29-2012, 02:46 PM

If it's the MF400, then YES, DO IT.

Reckless_Life · 06-29-2012, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rdamaral

Peavey - 6505 Plus 120W Amplifier Head - 00575680

This deal is killer, and I debated it for a bit. Then I e-mailed my buddy who is the manager at my local GC to ask if he could match the price. Not only did he match it, he beat it.

He sold me one for $826 NIB. My wife is picking it up as we speak. I can't wait to get home today, this is gonna be a loooong day, lol

Hold on a sec...
The price at Best Buy is more than 50% cheaper than its regular retail value.
And you say that your friend at the local GC beat that price even more?

How much money are they making on these amps anyway??

Even if Best Buy is clearing their stock, that shouldn't mean that other sellers can or want to do a sale below their profit margin.

I don't get..?

HeHasTheJazzHands · 06-29-2012, 03:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reckless_Life

Hold on a sec...
The price at Best Buy is more than 50% cheaper than its regular retail value.
And you say that your friend at the local GC beat that price even more?

How much money are they making on these amps anyway??

Even if Best Buy is clearing their stock, that shouldn't mean that other sellers can or want to do a sale below their profit margin.

I don't get..?

It's not more then 50%, 6505+'s sell for $1,100 in the United States.

rdamaral · 06-29-2012, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reckless_Life

Hold on a sec...
The price at Best Buy is more than 50% cheaper than its regular retail value.
And you say that your friend at the local GC beat that price even more?

How much money are they making on these amps anyway??

Even if Best Buy is clearing their stock, that shouldn't mean that other sellers can or want to do a sale below their profit margin.

I don't get..?

I don't know what to tell you, but he said he could meet the price. It took a little rubbing, but I got him to bea tthe deal after tax, etc.

But I too thought there was a crazy mark-up on these.

Reckless_Life · 06-29-2012, 05:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HeHasTheJazzHands

It's not more then 50%, 6505+'s sell for $1,100 in the United States.

makes sense, over here it's a $1700 amp.
Even so, if they can sell it for about $800-$900 at GC, it made me wonder how much an amp really cost to manufacture.

It is indeed a great deal

SWM510 · 06-29-2012, 05:26 PM

I have the 1x12 version of this amp and I think it's the best money I've spent on an amp in a long time.

I like it so much I'd go as far to say that I'd put it up against my Marshall's and Mesa Boogies's any day.................and it's completely stock, I rolled tubes but always found the original tubes sounded the best, especially after they were burned in.
Maybe I got a "good" one or I just have it dialed in, either way I don't think a person could go wrong with this amp especially if you can get a good deal on one.

And everyone is always saying that these are great "metal amps" and I agree but in the crunch mode on the clean channel there are a lot of great tones in there as well.

Hopefully you'll like your amp as much as I like mine........

rdamaral · 06-29-2012, 11:37 PM

I need time to bond with it, but I can tell that there is a lot of stuff going on with this amp, and it's only a two channel. With the crunch, it's essentially a 3 channel, and I'm only used to the JCM 800 one trick pony.

The thing that hurts this amp is, it is LOUD. I can get the post to about 2 with pre all the way up, and it gets loud fast.

I have a little hum in lead, but not too much for me. If I was recording or using a mic, it would need to be addressed, but for a bedroom hacker like me, it's ok.

This head is definitely interesting. It has a lot of potential. I need more time with it, but I can see it getting better and better with some time.

diesect20022000 · 06-29-2012, 11:59 PM

get a bias pot installed and it'll do everything pretty well. the plus has a decent clean channel once it's bias modified. actualy i think the new models have a pot but still i' not sure of the range. yeah i kinda miss mine but it was that, DSL or Framus (obvious win on the framus).
have fun dude. LOUD amp. i have some great metal settings if you ever want em

diesect20022000 · 06-30-2012, 12:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rdamaral

I need time to bond with it, but I can tell that there is a lot of stuff going on with this amp, and it's only a two channel. With the crunch, it's essentially a 3 channel, and I'm only used to the JCM 800 one trick pony.

The thing that hurts this amp is, it is LOUD. I can get the post to about 2 with pre all the way up, and it gets loud fast.

I have a little hum in lead, but not too much for me. If I was recording or using a mic, it would need to be addressed, but for a bedroom hacker like me, it's ok.

This head is definitely interesting. It has a lot of potential. I need more time with it, but I can see it getting better and better with some time.

well it's new so it needs time for the caps to form and tubes to burn in. I'd give it at least 3 months honestly (my general time for new unused amps like my tubemeister...thing frekin BEASTS out now but it was stiff and boxy until 3 months in).

jvm210guy · 06-30-2012, 12:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rdamaral

I need time to bond with it, but I can tell that there is a lot of stuff going on with this amp, and it's only a two channel. With the crunch, it's essentially a 3 channel, and I'm only used to the JCM 800 one trick pony.

The thing that hurts this amp is, it is LOUD. I can get the post to about 2 with pre all the way up, and it gets loud fast.

I have a little hum in lead, but not too much for me. If I was recording or using a mic, it would need to be addressed, but for a bedroom hacker like me, it's ok.

This head is definitely interesting. It has a lot of potential. I need more time with it, but I can see it getting better and better with some time.

DO NOT use a lot of preamp gain with this amp, completely unnecessary. I could get face melting lead tones with the gain at 9 o clock...

diesect20022000 · 06-30-2012, 12:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jvm210guy

DO NOT use a lot of preamp gain with this amp, completely unnecessary. I could get face melting lead tones with the gain at 9 o clock...

yeah i never had mine passed 9 either. with a boost 7/8 oclock and that was for extreme metal/music.

jvm210guy · 06-30-2012, 12:24 AM

That thing is a metal amp.... So much gain on tap its ludicrous...

diesect20022000 · 06-30-2012, 12:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jvm210guy

That thing is a metal amp.... So much gain on tap its DELICIOUS!...

fixed it

jvm210guy · 06-30-2012, 12:51 AM

I had that amp when I was playing rock. Sometimes I would crank up the gain nd playing the fasts and darkest shit I could just to piss everyone off, it was badass....

Btw these amps go new all day for around 9 and 800 bucks. 6 used all day...

nedcronin · 06-30-2012, 03:27 PM

Wow best buy doesn't sell musical equipment in my area.

rdamaral · 06-30-2012, 05:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jvm210guy

I had that amp when I was playing rock. Sometimes I would crank up the gain nd playing the fasts and darkest shit I could just to piss everyone off, it was badass....

Btw these amps go new all day for around 9 and 800 bucks. 6 used all day...

Cheapest I've seen a used one around here was $700. Usually never cheaper than $900 here.

trenchcoat · 07-02-2012, 09:58 PM

I wouldn't be surprised if GC drops Peavey if they're dealing with Best Buy now.
It's bad enough there building the low wattage amps in China now. That's what I've heard recently.

That sucks!

Congrats... Nice score.

Crunchcity · 07-09-2012, 06:48 PM

Had a 6505+, great amp for high gain imo I enjoyed it.

trenchcoat · 07-17-2012, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by diesect20022000

get a bias pot installed and it'll do everything pretty well. the plus has a decent clean channel once it's bias modified. actualy i think the new models have a pot but still i' not sure of the range. yeah i kinda miss mine but it was that, DSL or Framus (obvious win on the framus).
have fun dude. LOUD amp. i have some great metal settings if you ever want em

Is that the Framus you are still trying to sell?

06-29-2012, 10:48 AM	#1 (permalink)
rdamaral Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 582	Nad: 6505+ Peavey - 6505 Plus 120W Amplifier Head - 00575680 This deal is killer, and I debated it for a bit. Then I e-mailed my buddy who is the manager at my local GC to ask if he could match the price. Not only did he match it, he beat it. He sold me one for $826 NIB. My wife is picking it up as we speak. I can't wait to get home today, this is gonna be a loooong day, lol NewReligion, DirtySteve, diesect20022000 and 3 others like this.

06-29-2012, 11:06 AM	#2 (permalink)
jvm210guy Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Chicago, home of the blues... Posts: 3,533	Re: Nad: 6505+ I've had the 6505+ as my main amp for about 2 years. I no longer have it, but it's a good amp with one amazingly good strong point. It's the one of the best amps for metal EVER. You'll like it __________________ THE SIG OF DEATH Tiny Terror Marshall Class Five JVM 210h 1960a Lead (v30's/g12-75's) 2008 American Standard Telecaster 2008 Gibson Traditional Les Paul Plus (cherry sunburst flametop)

06-29-2012, 12:14 PM	#4 (permalink)
NewReligion Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Wringing That Neck Posts: 6,770	Re: Nad: 6505+ Congrats on the new amp. New Religion __________________ http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/davidchopkins Marshalls ♫

06-29-2012, 12:18 PM	#5 (permalink)
jvm210guy Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Chicago, home of the blues... Posts: 3,533	Re: Nad: 6505+ Oh it's also still the best platform for fx I've experienced in an amp! Everything sounds great in the loop. __________________ THE SIG OF DEATH Tiny Terror Marshall Class Five JVM 210h 1960a Lead (v30's/g12-75's) 2008 American Standard Telecaster 2008 Gibson Traditional Les Paul Plus (cherry sunburst flametop)

06-29-2012, 12:46 PM	#6 (permalink)
Strateuphoria Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: UK Posts: 2,129	Re: Nad: 6505+ wow thats a bargain, they work out about $1700 over here!

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06-29-2012, 01:20 PM	#7 (permalink)
rdamaral Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 582	Re: Nad: 6505+ GC on westhiemer in Houston has two more. If anyone wants one, let me know, I should be able to hook you up.

06-29-2012, 01:43 PM	#8 (permalink)
HeHasTheJazzHands Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Louisiana Posts: 4,139	Re: Nad: 6505+ One of the greatest metal amps. :thumbs: Congrats. __________________ Djong

06-29-2012, 02:19 PM	#9 (permalink)
rdamaral Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 582	Re: Nad: 6505+ ya'll are making this workday the longest EVER!!!! I can't wait to get home

06-29-2012, 02:20 PM	#10 (permalink)
rdamaral Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 582	Re: Nad: 6505+ Ya'll think I should use the Mode Four cab with this head to handle the power? It's either that or a regular JCM cab...

06-29-2012, 02:46 PM	#11 (permalink)
HeHasTheJazzHands Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Louisiana Posts: 4,139	Re: Nad: 6505+ If it's the MF400, then YES, DO IT. __________________ Djong

06-29-2012, 05:26 PM	#16 (permalink)
SWM510 Junior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Central Penna. Posts: 23	Re: Nad: 6505+ I have the 1x12 version of this amp and I think it's the best money I've spent on an amp in a long time. I like it so much I'd go as far to say that I'd put it up against my Marshall's and Mesa Boogies's any day.................and it's completely stock, I rolled tubes but always found the original tubes sounded the best, especially after they were burned in. Maybe I got a "good" one or I just have it dialed in, either way I don't think a person could go wrong with this amp especially if you can get a good deal on one. And everyone is always saying that these are great "metal amps" and I agree but in the crunch mode on the clean channel there are a lot of great tones in there as well. Hopefully you'll like your amp as much as I like mine........ __________________ DSL 100 (Voodoo Amps Platinum Senes Mod) JCM 900 MK III 2500 Class 5 Mesa/Boogie Mark III Green Stripe DG Mesa/Boogie Mark III Blue Stripe DRG Peavey 6505+ Numerous Guitars, Pedals, Cabinets

06-29-2012, 11:37 PM	#17 (permalink)
rdamaral Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 582	Re: Nad: 6505+ I need time to bond with it, but I can tell that there is a lot of stuff going on with this amp, and it's only a two channel. With the crunch, it's essentially a 3 channel, and I'm only used to the JCM 800 one trick pony. The thing that hurts this amp is, it is LOUD. I can get the post to about 2 with pre all the way up, and it gets loud fast. I have a little hum in lead, but not too much for me. If I was recording or using a mic, it would need to be addressed, but for a bedroom hacker like me, it's ok. This head is definitely interesting. It has a lot of potential. I need more time with it, but I can see it getting better and better with some time.

06-29-2012, 11:59 PM	#18 (permalink)
diesect20022000 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 16,631	Re: Nad: 6505+ get a bias pot installed and it'll do everything pretty well. the plus has a decent clean channel once it's bias modified. actualy i think the new models have a pot but still i' not sure of the range. yeah i kinda miss mine but it was that, DSL or Framus (obvious win on the framus). have fun dude. LOUD amp. i have some great metal settings if you ever want em

06-30-2012, 12:24 AM	#22 (permalink)
jvm210guy Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Chicago, home of the blues... Posts: 3,533	Re: Nad: 6505+ That thing is a metal amp.... So much gain on tap its ludicrous... __________________ THE SIG OF DEATH Tiny Terror Marshall Class Five JVM 210h 1960a Lead (v30's/g12-75's) 2008 American Standard Telecaster 2008 Gibson Traditional Les Paul Plus (cherry sunburst flametop)

06-30-2012, 12:51 AM	#24 (permalink)
jvm210guy Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Chicago, home of the blues... Posts: 3,533	Re: Nad: 6505+ I had that amp when I was playing rock. Sometimes I would crank up the gain nd playing the fasts and darkest shit I could just to piss everyone off, it was badass.... Btw these amps go new all day for around 9 and 800 bucks. 6 used all day... diesect20022000 and Maggot Brain like this. __________________ THE SIG OF DEATH Tiny Terror Marshall Class Five JVM 210h 1960a Lead (v30's/g12-75's) 2008 American Standard Telecaster 2008 Gibson Traditional Les Paul Plus (cherry sunburst flametop)

06-30-2012, 03:27 PM	#25 (permalink)
nedcronin Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 1,445	Re: Nad: 6505+ Wow best buy doesn't sell musical equipment in my area. __________________ Check out my Marshall Amp Lovers facebook page if you facebook....click below Click Here if you love Marshalls! Come Join the TSL Tribe!

07-02-2012, 09:58 PM	#27 (permalink)
trenchcoat Banned Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 281	Re: Nad: 6505+ I wouldn't be surprised if GC drops Peavey if they're dealing with Best Buy now. It's bad enough there building the low wattage amps in China now. That's what I've heard recently. That sucks! Congrats... Nice score.

07-09-2012, 06:48 PM	#28 (permalink)
Crunchcity Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Western New York Posts: 465	Re: Nad: 6505+ Had a 6505+, great amp for high gain imo I enjoyed it.

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