Recent content by Joe Garfield

There was one section where I thought the Recto sounded 'better' but I think you could get there with an EQ adjustment on the V-35. Either way you make both amps sound amazing. The Mark V-35 is the most versatile piece of music equipment I've ever experienced. If someone is able and willing to...

Have you tried using the Mid/Boost? Turning Mid past ~12:00 turns into a gain boost. Try using less 'Gain' and more Mid/Boost (like 2-3:00). Also, when you go above 12:00 on the Mid/Boost the treble and bass knobs become less sensitive, so you'll need to boost them to compensate. Another...

A friendly bump... After playing a Mk III and the Mk Vs I ordered a V-35. The III had Sylvania preamp tubes and sounded amazing so I was thinking of the same for the V-35.

Actually I’m thinking the Mark III is the better decision. Hopefully the shop will work with me on the condition. Supposedly there’s a member here, from Maui, who’s a reputable Mesa mechanic. If he’s still around maybe I can pay him a visit. The Mk III is my dream amp and its local. Thinking...

After a long time off I'm getting back into guitars. My favorite guitar tone comes from a Mesa Mark III. I just found one in the store and the tone is incredible! But I'll be playing mostly at home so prefer a head w/ attenuator, and don't want to buy an amp that's in rough shape. I live on an...