PeeMonkey Posted February 13, 2006 Share Posted February 13, 2006 OK, i have been using a amp modeler for the longest time in my apartment, currently the M-Audio blackbox, however I just recently found a Peavey Classic 30 for 295$. Much cheaper than I see on eBay. The drive however is about 40miles out but since im using a new civic i get 38mpg highway I was wondering how loud this thing gets, and is it decent at bedroom levels since its a tube amp. I can only crank a amplifier so much until it gets too loud for my apartment. Also does it have a headphone jack to it? I've been playing alot of SRV lately, so can i just drive my strat through a tube screamer and get a decent SRV tone with this amp? Im using noiseless pickups though. I just want feedback before I drive out 40miles to go test it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluesape Posted February 13, 2006 Share Posted February 13, 2006 Dunno about the head phone jack, but at that price, you should get out there without regard to the speed limit, except in school zones, of course. Grab it! You'll be a happy camper! Never a DUH! moment! Well, almost never. OK, OK! Sometimes never! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmptinesOf Youth Posted February 13, 2006 Share Posted February 13, 2006 My pro junior could keep up with a drummer but youd have to really push it. The Peavey Classic is waaaayyyy louder. You could play with a drummer and the rest of the band no problem. $295 is a sweet deal, do it. Also, im 18 so i still live at home, and i can play at night with a thick distortion at a low enough volume to where they can t hear it in there room about 10 feet away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Gug Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 you'll want to snag that at $295. It's darn loud and WHAT A SOUND! I just got done with the clean channel with a T Screamer in front of it. NICE!!! Mikegug www.facebook.com/theresistancemusic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Gug Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 No head phone jack on mine. Mikegug www.facebook.com/theresistancemusic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gifthorse Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 You don't need the tube screamer to get the SRV tone. It already has alot of distortion. They are awesome amps, and you can't beat them for the money. http://flagshipmile.dmusic.com/ http://www.myspace.com/gifthorse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rampdog Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 Peemonkey, These guys in here helped me make up my mind on the Classic 30. I was torn between it and the Blues Jr. I bought my Peavey for $375... It's a 2000 and the owner beefed it with an 80 watt, 16 Ohm Wolverine 12". This thing is beefy at low volume and downright scary cranked. Jump on it if you still have time. I don't believe you'll be dissapointed. And the price is something that even if you can't afford it get it anyway. Have fun, Billy PS...No head phone jack on mine but it's warm and fuzzy (or clean) turned down low. If it ain't fun...why do it...? http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=778394&content=music Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Gug Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 Originally posted by flagshipmile: You don't need the tube screamer to get the SRV tone. It already has alot of distortion. I do like the amp's distortion for a little coloring for my "clean" sound. I use the TS for in lieu of channel switching. That's what I consider to be my "70's" sound. Then I have the Boss DS-1 for my "80's" sound. Mikegug www.facebook.com/theresistancemusic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tone Taster Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 If you haven't driven there by this post, you're a fool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darklava Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 I've been playing alot of SRV lately, so can i just drive my strat through a tube screamer and get a decent SRV tone with this amp? Im using noiseless pickups though. Becareful you don't want to get in a rut playing SRV,and what ever you do don't take it out live because you'll seem plastic and not have his fire or soul..... The story of life is quicker then the blink of an eye, the story of love is hello, goodbye. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Ellwood Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 "Be careful you don't want to get in a rut playing SRV,and what ever you do don't take it out live because you'll seem plastic and not have his fire or soul....." http://www.thestringnetwork.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeeMonkey Posted February 15, 2006 Author Share Posted February 15, 2006 Originally posted by Darklava: I've been playing alot of SRV lately, so can i just drive my strat through a tube screamer and get a decent SRV tone with this amp? Im using noiseless pickups though. Becareful you don't want to get in a rut playing SRV,and what ever you do don't take it out live because you'll seem plastic and not have his fire or soul..... Hehe yea, ive taken that into consideration I will never have what it takes to go live with SRV material, especially with the limited time I have to practice! I'm just trying to get down scuttle buttin and SRV is out the door! ... for now... just want to finish the song off before moving on, however I usually dont get into ruts, or seem to not think I do, I usually switch it up a bit, metal one day, blues the next, etc.. hehe But, I contacted the seller, and hes holding on to it for me, so wish me luck, im giving it a run this weekend, and then I will be happy to say I will be a proud new owner of a tube amp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardtail Posted March 15, 2006 Share Posted March 15, 2006 Originally posted by Darklava: and what ever you do don't take it out live because you'll seem plastic Like Jimmy's hair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rampdog Posted March 15, 2006 Share Posted March 15, 2006 I've had my Classic 30 for about a month or so now and I'm not dissapointed. The only problem I've had is my first pre-amp tube went south and I had a loud 'pop' everytime I turned it off. I put a Sovtek 5751 in and that seemed to solve the problem. It also gave it a creamier sound. (Could be my imagination but isn't imagination what makes us all play?) Grab dat' sucka' now! I like the tweed package for looks too. If it ain't fun...why do it...? http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=778394&content=music Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dondottcomm Posted March 15, 2006 Share Posted March 15, 2006 Thats a good deal on a Classic30! What? you mean I can take this block of fine swiss and make a song??...COOL! Don Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg B. Posted March 15, 2006 Share Posted March 15, 2006 I've had mine since the first year they came out('95-'97ish). I absolutely love this amp. My only regret about it, is that I had to get rid of my Peavey Classic 20 to buy it. I am still kicking myself for that. The Classic 20 would be a perfect beginner amp for my 4 year old in a couple of years. But, my Classic 30 is the one piece of equipment that I own that I could not live without. You definitely won't be disappointed. Avoid playing the amplifier at a volume setting high enough to produce a distorted sound through the speaker-Fender Guitar Course-1966 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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