NPD! 30th Tube Screamer (Clip)

Derek S · 07-04-2012, 07:04 AM

Just picked up a new 30th Anny Tube Screamer because it was just time for a new boost pedal, they're helluv a lot cheaper to swap around than amp heads when you get the urge to mess with your tone!

It's a killer pedal!! Kinda pricey but they do deliver - made in Japan, has the coveted chip the old ones have, blah blah. I like neutral, non coloring boosts also (have an OCD), but I was missing something that flavors in a specific/different way too. Got it now.

First thing I tried with it is a simple doubled rhythm. I set my amp for a medium crunch and then hit it with the TS set for a clean-ish boost.

TS 30th Clip / Download

HOT TUBES 70 · 07-04-2012, 11:06 PM

You should open that pedal up and post some pics of the guts !!
I'd like to see what they have all put in that one ...

The TS808HW has all choice guts ...

V-man · 07-05-2012, 12:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HOT TUBES 70

You should open that pedal up and post some pics of the guts !!
I'd like to see what they have all put in that one ...

The TS808HW has all choice guts ...

How choice can they be for a $350 price tag? I have paid north of that on a pedal before, and have spent close on a dirt pedal more than a couple of times, but we're talking about the most prolific dirt box that has been improved upon by a dozen companies or modded by another dozen guys. Hell, I can get a 9 OR 808 and get you or how many other guys to build something that would smoke that thing for a fraction of the cost.

Whether playing OR collecting, there are sooooooooo many better options on the floor worth spending $350 on.

Quasar-Kid · 07-05-2012, 01:02 AM

You can get a pretty good head for $400
But I thought that clip sounded AMAZING...!!!

HOT TUBES 70 · 07-05-2012, 01:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by V-man

How choice can they be for a $350 price tag? I have paid north of that on a pedal before, and have spent close on a dirt pedal more than a couple of times, but we're talking about the most prolific dirt box that has been improved upon by a dozen companies or modded by another dozen guys. Hell, I can get a 9 OR 808 and get you or how many other guys to build something that would smoke that thing for a fraction of the cost.

Whether playing OR collecting, there are sooooooooo many better options on the floor worth spending $350 on.

yep , i hear ya !!

Its a better version lets say than what they have offered in years past !
If you read the specs on it , they did spend some money on the inside ...
but yes , it's not worth 350$ + !!! at least not in my opinion ....

V-man · 07-05-2012, 01:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quasar-Kid

You can get a pretty good head for $400
But I thought that clip sounded AMAZING...!!!

The good news is the OP got the TS9 Anniversary... a far-cheaper pedal than a 808HW.

Derek S · 07-05-2012, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quasar-Kid

You can get a pretty good head for $400
But I thought that clip sounded AMAZING...!!!

Thanks man!! I'm after a nice balanced crunch, not too bright, not too dark. This new pedal with the right guitar/pickup and amp is definitely working for me.

I hear ya on the head....keeping my eyes peeled for the JCM-1!

Skotosynthesis · 07-05-2012, 05:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quasar-Kid

You can get a pretty good head for $400
But I thought that clip sounded AMAZING...!!!

Yeah for $400 it better be the best head I ever received!

07-04-2012, 07:04 AM	#1 (permalink)
Derek S Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: NW GA Posts: 229	NPD! 30th Tube Screamer (Clip) Just picked up a new 30th Anny Tube Screamer because it was just time for a new boost pedal, they're helluv a lot cheaper to swap around than amp heads when you get the urge to mess with your tone! It's a killer pedal!! Kinda pricey but they do deliver - made in Japan, has the coveted chip the old ones have, blah blah. I like neutral, non coloring boosts also (have an OCD), but I was missing something that flavors in a specific/different way too. Got it now. First thing I tried with it is a simple doubled rhythm. I set my amp for a medium crunch and then hit it with the TS set for a clean-ish boost. TS 30th Clip / Download Quasar-Kid likes this. __________________ Marshall DSL (Modded) Chupacabra (Cameron Modded) YouTube Gear Pics Gear Clips

07-04-2012, 11:06 PM	#2 (permalink)
HOT TUBES 70 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Saskatoon , Canada Posts: 8,798	Re: NPD! 30th Tube Screamer (Clip) You should open that pedal up and post some pics of the guts !! I'd like to see what they have all put in that one ... The TS808HW has all choice guts ... __________________ Custom pedals Pedal modifications

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