Originally a Laney LC15 from back in the 90's that eventually got re badged as Stage Right & Monoprice. Very underrated amps in general compared to Marshall and the like, although the modern range of Laney amps is well regarded. The current version of this is the Cub Super 12
Taking that apart and seeing how it's put together would probably tell you more. I went down the amp repair rabbit hole on youtube one day, and it was eye opening. Most amps are not well made or put together logically. This includes the big names and boutique. There are only about 3 or 4 brands I'd buy now.
Thank you for your questions ...... I asked Brent if he could remember as the video was made so long ago...... unfortunately he can't remember but thank you for taking the time to watch .......... Mark T X ♥️ / Unofficial BHB X ❤️
The tone controls (in spite of the markings) are the usual passive type circuit you find in most guitar amps so no, they don't boost. Other than that it's a rather hard and harsh sounding modern tube amp which has little in common sonically with classic tube amps of the 50s 60s and 70s. Certainly a nice price if you just want a small amp and are good with this type of sound. Usual shoddy modern build quality but hey you could easily pay double or more for similar.
I owned this amp for 2 years and a half and despite its tube design it doesn't sound that good. Well my guess is that everything sounds right on the paper but due to cheap components it lacks tonal qualities. It may partly justify the low price. I remember on mine the cabinet was made of the cheapest "plywood" available, the cabinet was producing weird noises depending on the volume level. Otherwise it's a good practice amp for beginning or for bedroom playing but in comparison my old solid state 80s Peavey Backstage Plus is built to last.
@bikespages1897 The budget quality of the electronic components might or might not be responsible for the sound of the amp, more likely it's the circuit itself that is the reason for the sound. Things like amount of negative feedback, biasing of the tubes, and how much filter capacitance the power supply has all matter. Many budget tube amps don't sound like vintage amps because in spite of having tubes the circuit is just quite different than vintage ones. Amps like say the Fender Hot Rod series (which are a lot more expensive than this amp) just don't sound like a 1950s or 1960s Fender amp because the circuit is simply quite different resulting in an amp that tends towards even harder and brighter sounding on the cleans and a modern hard harsh on the overdriven sounds. Unfortunately even small tube amps that are built like vintage ones are quite expensive. On the other hand these modern budget amps can make ok clean pedal platforms allowing you to get pretty decent sounds if you know what you are doing but tone machines they are not.
Ahh so THIS is where you've been hiding out Brent! I have the Monoprice version. Came broken, so i got it for FREE! In hindsight, they shouldn't have even sent it to me cos theirs was US power only! I have the only 1 in Oz! Gonna sell it cos I never use it really. Sounded better thru better speakers but still sounds a tad harsh! ALL the valves in mine ARE JJ'S! I am happier with my 2 Aussie Ashton Bluetongue, & Vipers! \m/
HI...... I have Googled your question and it would seem that it does ...... Thank you for watching and enquiring ..... Mark T X ♥️ / Unofficial BHB X ❤️
The "more money" variant is the Hartwood Interceptor 30. Same amp again, but with a black faceplate, plywood case, 😂removeable mains cable, and Vintage 30 speaker. So you arguably get more for your money.
Tube amps are boxed up side down to keep tubes from coming loose during shipping.
Originally a Laney LC15 from back in the 90's that eventually got re badged as Stage Right & Monoprice. Very underrated amps in general compared to Marshall and the like, although the modern range of Laney amps is well regarded. The current version of this is the Cub Super 12
JJ are one of the few actual tube makers along with Sovtek and Shuagang. Anything else is just rebranded.
JJ = Slovak republic!
@@DMSProduktions Yes - we know ;-)
@@stevejones4618 LOVED your work in the Pistols! \m/
@@DMSProduktions Weirdly I'm a touring guitar tech and looked after him for a short while. I was Jonesy Junior 😉
@@stevejones4618 Hahah COOL!
I saw the Pistols in '96 in Melbourne on the Filthy Lucre tour!
Was rockin'! \m/
That's a Monoprice Stage Right! These are all made in the same factory in China, and just slap different names on it.
You get "Thumbs-up" for your joy sharing skills. Peace. Amp sounds close to a Fender tweed 50s type thingy. Does'nt even need Reverb.
I will pass on your much appreciated comments to Brent ...... Thank you.... Mark T X ♥️ / Unofficial BHB X ❤️
JJ is a Slovak company with heritage from the older (and mostly excellent) Czechoslovak TESLA tubes and electronics company :)
and probably the last one outside of china and russia producing them..
@@CellaDorrn Sadly pretty much true
Taking that apart and seeing how it's put together would probably tell you more. I went down the amp repair rabbit hole on youtube one day, and it was eye opening. Most amps are not well made or put together logically. This includes the big names and boutique. There are only about 3 or 4 brands I'd buy now.
What kind of guitar were you using and what kind of pickups & strings? Thank you
Thank you for your questions ...... I asked Brent if he could remember as the video was made so long ago...... unfortunately he can't remember but thank you for taking the time to watch .......... Mark T X ♥️ / Unofficial BHB X ❤️
The tone controls (in spite of the markings) are the usual passive type circuit you find in most guitar amps so no, they don't boost.
Other than that it's a rather hard and harsh sounding modern tube amp which has little in common sonically with classic tube amps of the 50s 60s and 70s. Certainly a nice price if you just want a small amp and are good with this type of sound. Usual shoddy modern build quality but hey you could easily pay double or more for similar.
I owned this amp for 2 years and a half and despite its tube design it doesn't sound that good. Well my guess is that everything sounds right on the paper but due to cheap components it lacks tonal qualities. It may partly justify the low price. I remember on mine the cabinet was made of the cheapest "plywood" available, the cabinet was producing weird noises depending on the volume level. Otherwise it's a good practice amp for beginning or for bedroom playing but in comparison my old solid state 80s Peavey Backstage Plus is built to last.
@bikespages1897 The budget quality of the electronic components might or might not be responsible for the sound of the amp, more likely it's the circuit itself that is the reason for the sound. Things like amount of negative feedback, biasing of the tubes, and how much filter capacitance the power supply has all matter. Many budget tube amps don't sound like vintage amps because in spite of having tubes the circuit is just quite different than vintage ones.
Amps like say the Fender Hot Rod series (which are a lot more expensive than this amp) just don't sound like a 1950s or 1960s Fender amp because the circuit is simply quite different resulting in an amp that tends towards even harder and brighter sounding on the cleans and a modern hard harsh on the overdriven sounds.
Unfortunately even small tube amps that are built like vintage ones are quite expensive.
On the other hand these modern budget amps can make ok clean pedal platforms allowing you to get pretty decent sounds if you know what you are doing but tone machines they are not.
I have to it sounded bad with open back i so i closed it now its more metal awesome video rock on
Ahh so THIS is where you've been hiding out Brent!
I have the Monoprice version. Came broken, so i got it for FREE!
In hindsight, they shouldn't have even sent it to me cos theirs was US power only!
I have the only 1 in Oz!
Gonna sell it cos I never use it really.
Sounded better thru better speakers but still sounds a tad harsh!
ALL the valves in mine ARE JJ'S!
I am happier with my 2 Aussie Ashton Bluetongue, & Vipers!
\m/
Will it work in America? Cheers
HI...... I have Googled your question and it would seem that it does ...... Thank you for watching and enquiring ..... Mark T X ♥️ / Unofficial BHB X ❤️
I have it Great amp for jazz and other styles.
For shipping the transformers should be at the bottom of the box to prevent them from breaking loose if badly handled during shipping.
Seems to be a quality sounding all - tube - amp with an affordable price tag. Go to your tech and get a socket for AC.
Unk Doug !! Found your Channel again. 😀
a re-branded Stage Right amp..... probably for more money!
Actually cheaper. 250eur including shipping in all europe and tax, that would be 267.50 USD. I dont think you can buy it for 250 in the US
The "more money" variant is the Hartwood Interceptor 30. Same amp again, but with a black faceplate, plywood case, 😂removeable mains cable, and Vintage 30 speaker. So you arguably get more for your money.
Monoprice?
Exactly!
Monorail!
Sounds nice and warm.
That mirrored panel is a big mistake.
Its so ugly and doesnt go well with the amp color
@@mistopraro666 The mirror makes it hard to read the lettering/numbering for the knobs.
If you were going to gig with the amp I would agree. However nobody's going to gig with this so it makes no difference
@@incredifunk unless the person using the amp has bad vision.
@@incredifunki have. Needed micing up, but did well.
Wow,….sounds amazing.
Looks like a Stage Right rebranded
Stage Right by Monoprice 15-Watt 1x12 Guitar OEM AMP
Copy of Laney Cub 12.
monoprice by any other name
Tubes? You mean valves, right?
Nice playing!
Just a branded monoprice