I have a Montclair Reverb (solid state preamp version) and it just doesn't cut it at practice. If only it was just a little louder. What about the Futuras? I've seen 2-12 versions, are they loud enough to gig with? The Jet?
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Joined: Oct 14, 2011 Posts: 31 Wichita, Ks USA |
I have a Montclair Reverb (solid state preamp version) and it just doesn't cut it at practice. If only it was just a little louder. What about the Futuras? I've seen 2-12 versions, are they loud enough to gig with? The Jet? |
Joined: Sep 06, 2011 Posts: 132 So Cal |
Well, I don't know how it would work from personal experience, but I have read, Alamo Futuras have 2 7868's which are equivalent to a 7591 electronically. Comparing that to ampeg reverberockets and Gemini's, the amp would most likely be around 25+ watts, and with 2 12 inch speakers, I think you'd have quite a gig worthy amp. The Alamo Jets are basically like a champ, but with only one tone, some have tremolo, and some even had reverb. —Maybe a Univox does surf... |
Joined: Oct 14, 2011 Posts: 31 Wichita, Ks USA |
What about the Galaxie w/2-10s? |
Joined: Sep 06, 2011 Posts: 132 So Cal |
From what I've read, the galaxie 2x10 is the same wattage as the Montclair (25 watts rms, or so their catalogs claimed ), but just in a 2x10 cabinet. Earlier ones were a different configuration, but that's how the later hybrid ones were. Maybe a Univox does surf... |
Joined: Oct 14, 2011 Posts: 31 Wichita, Ks USA |
Haven't read this article. Thanks! |
Joined: Sep 06, 2011 Posts: 132 So Cal |
I think it's ridiculous that an obscure company like this could have such a intact history. One day I'll have to buy one of their amps though. —Maybe a Univox does surf... |
Joined: Jun 29, 2020 Posts: 53 |
Picked up a 60s Alamo Jet model 2564 all-tube combo amp a month ago. Must be mid-late 60s as it has the chrome panel. Really liking it, as it’s a versatile setup with the onboard tremolo and spring reverb. Original 12” speaker and about 15 watts or so, can get loud enough for what it is and stays clean. Very bright, clean sounding amp, similar to Fender Blackface. Reverb is “different” but very usable, and if you crank it up and turn volume all the way down it can splash well. Tremolo not that intense but I read somewhere that’s normal. Came with the original wooden doorstop footswitch and original speaker. Had an Alamo Embassy years ago and liked that too. Awesome garage rock tone too with the reverb. Solid cabinet too, built well. Very cool company. Last edited: Feb 16, 2021 17:42:38 |