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« on: July 06, 2010, 08:19:13 PM »
Hi there everyone, I just bought this amp used and wanted to get some info on it. I'm presuming its a JMP45 clone? I have a 2x12 cab which is 50w and wanted to know if it'll handle this amp head okay? As I haven't got a band rehearsal to next week and there is no way I can turn it up in my house as its FAR to loud...

Any other info would be useful too.
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« Reply #1 on: July 06, 2010, 11:14:28 PM »
What brand of speakers in the cab?

Most speaker manufacturers list RMS wattage, but some list peak wattage. 
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« Reply #2 on: July 07, 2010, 06:49:41 AM »
Sorry I should have said... Its a pair of Celestion G12Ms 16ohms, usual 75Hz bass response & wired up for an 8ohm cab.
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« Reply #3 on: July 07, 2010, 03:44:47 PM »
Hi there,

The amp looks more like the Plexi50 from outside.

BUT, the same faceplate is used for Plexi50 bass, and the JTM50.

The JTM45 would have a different faceplate.

Best way is to open and take pics of insides, to see what it is, circuit wise. Or if it was a kit, or done by us.

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nik
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« Reply #4 on: July 07, 2010, 05:48:55 PM »
Hi Nik,

I was told it was built by you in around 2007, I will open her up and take some pics and post them later.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you
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« Reply #5 on: July 07, 2010, 05:53:16 PM »
Stonevibe,

Sure man, thatd be best indeed.


Thanks!

Nik
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« Reply #6 on: July 07, 2010, 06:56:02 PM »
The sticker gives the game away I believe.

Think its newer than stated too...

So based on this, will it be okay through my 2x12?

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« Reply #7 on: July 09, 2010, 12:08:34 AM »
I would say you're pushing your luck with two Greenbacks, especially if it's a Plexi 50. 
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« Reply #8 on: July 09, 2010, 06:40:55 AM »
I figured this might well be the case... I have an old 1977 JMP combo and it roars, so was unsure exactly how  uch power this Ceriatone could knock out.

Looks like I'll need to find a pair of higher wattage 12" speakers in the near future.

Don't fancy lugging a 4x12 around anymore.
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« Reply #9 on: July 09, 2010, 06:01:45 PM »
Hi

Looks new. With Sozo caps too.

From the inside pics, I think we did wire this.

How's she sounding??

Thanks!

Nik
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« Reply #10 on: July 09, 2010, 06:05:52 PM »
Hi

Abt speaker = yeah, thats true.

A G12H is abt 25W ea, so thats abt 50W in a 2x12.

When pushed, the amp does exceed that, sometimes it's doing more like 70W or so.

But if you dont push em that hard that often, it'd be good.

I heard good things abt WGS speakers too, their celestion clones. Would be good to check out those...

Thanks!

Nik
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« Reply #11 on: July 10, 2010, 08:50:53 AM »
Not got a band rehearsal until 23rd as our drummer is on holiday. So haven't had a chance to turn her up to my usual level. In the house though at low volumes its hard to tell, however the clean tone is very responsive and feels good with lots of full sounding note definition. Really looking forward to turning it up with my band though.

Will give a full report once I have opened up the floodgates!
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« Reply #12 on: July 14, 2010, 06:01:09 AM »
Hi Nik! Glad to see you on here. I am building the Lightning kit I got from you right now with a WGS Reaper, I got it and the cab from Sour Mash cabs. I will let you know how it sounds when I finish it. Might be a little while, we are going on vacation for 2 weeks. All the best everyone,  Bob, Transformer Design and Supply  kg6epv@yahoo.com
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« Reply #13 on: July 14, 2010, 05:46:47 PM »
Quote from: kg6epv on July 14, 2010, 06:01:09 AM
Hi Nik! Glad to see you on here. I am building the Lightning kit I got from you right now with a WGS Reaper, I got it and the cab from Sour Mash cabs. I will let you know how it sounds when I finish it. Might be a little while, we are going on vacation for 2 weeks. All the best everyone,  Bob, Transformer Design and Supply  kg6epv@yahoo.com

Holy Cow!!!!!!
Aren't you the guys that made/make the original Matchless transformers?  I would love to see a guy like you on this forum. I wish you and your Father all the best of course, but it would be nice to get the opinion, of a guy like you, about the transformers that Ceriatone uses.  I went to their web sight, and I was pretty impressed by what I read. I realize that there is not just ONE transformer company that will always be the best choice for all amplifiers. But it would be nice to see Nik's trannies get some recognition.  I guess it's the same situation as with all the capacitor wars, there is no way to tell unless you would do a Blind Test with a Ceriatone OT. I can't help but think, in a blind test, that a lot of players would be surprised by how good a Ceriatone OT sounds. I don't mean to ramble on, but there has been some shameful badmouthing, via INTERNET forums, regarding Ceriatone products.
Anyway..... it is nice to see the name TD&S again.
Good Luck
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« Reply #14 on: July 14, 2010, 10:25:16 PM »
Bob man!

Someone emailed me on how to contact you, so it's good to find you here! Oh vacation? I will pass on your email to him, but will also let him know on your vacation

Hiredhand -

Shamefully, I cant remember your name man. I am not sure if it's just me, or if the solder fumes have finally caught up with me! Smiley Can you email me directly?

On the matter of parts - yeah I have been ranting abt it, but now I realize it's just business. I was expecting it. But not this soon. I mean, usually all is gentle and all that before it gets ugly.

Its gotten ugly pretty fast eh? Smiley

Thanks!

Nik
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