| Author | Message | ||
     Cecil Duncan (unataper) Username: unataper Registered: 10-2008 |
Hey Guys, I found this site about a month ago and have been really enjoying everything about it. I finally got my log-in and wanted to share this story. I bought a MM 410HD-130 back in 1975. I am the original and ONLY owner. It has been a wonderful amp and I would never want another one. Two weeks ago, my band was playing a free show for some friends. We got down to the last song which was Smoke Stack Lightening> All Along The Watchtower. This jam is about 45 minutes for us. About 30 seconds before the end of the song, my amp cut out. I turned around to see what was up and it came back on. We finished the song and my drummer said, "Your amp is smokin'!" So, I turned it off and leaned over to the back of the amp and the 2nd tube was glowing so bright it looked 3 times the normal size and yes, smoking. My response- "At least it didn't happen during the first song! I can't be mad about it happening now!" By the way, it was the original tubes. Fortunately, there is an Amp Tech near my house- UNCLE ALBERTS. I just took it to Kevin today and can't wait to get her back. My amp has never seen a Tech- so she is due for a treat I am sure. I am hoping it is just a simple tube replacement but whatever it is, she is worth it!! Anyway, I just wanted to brag on my Baby!! I will post pics as soon as I get her back from the tech! Look forward to sharing and learning more and more about MM!! Cecil | ||
| Bill Traylor (bozzy369) Username: bozzy369 Registered: 02-2008 |
Man Cecil,I don't know what to say ,I am impressed that the musicman amp is still kicking hard for you ,being the reliable workhorse it was meant to be.Thing is,if it was a actual horse you might have been charged with animal cruelty.You went out and played a gig on 38 year old tubes?Now thats faith! | ||
| Cecil Duncan (unataper) Username: unataper Registered: 10-2008 |
not sure if it was faith....or just denial.  | ||
| Cecil Duncan (unataper) Username: unataper Registered: 10-2008 |
My amp tech replaced all 4 tubes, 2 caps and the rest of my amp checked out great!! Can't wait for practice on Saturday!! |