I've had it for a while now. I keep her with a Recto 412 cab at home. But when I play out, I use a Marshall 1960 412 can with Celestion T75's in it. I really like the way this cab sounds, and its much easier to haul around than the beefy Recto cab. So, the Recto cab stays home and only gigs for special occasions - keeps it looking new too 
The amp is a breeze to setup, and many functions are set it and forget it ( like Diodes and Bold/Spongy). They come in handy going back and forth from home (quiet). A few golden rules: This amp loves volume, but always try to keep the Output knobs at noon or above and use the channel Masters to compensate. This really opens up the amp - especially in a live situation. With a band - more treble is usually called for (like noon for me) however at home, its usually set much lower (8-9:00).
The head takes fx wonderfully, both in front, and thru the loop. I've simplified my live setup and just run a modest board thru the front of the amp, but leave the loop engaged to allow usage of the Solo switch.
I play mostly hard rock - sometimes approaching metal. I do not use an EQ in the loop, even though that is a popular technique. I find the lows and mids on this amp are right where I like them, coming from a Marshall fan like me. The amp can get plenty nasty and thumpin' especially at gig volume and with a 412 cab.
I do wish there was a way to switch the Fluid Drive on/off. Specifically, have Ch2 Tite Gain as my Channel 1, and then switch into the higher gain Fluid Drive for solos. I don't really need a jazzy clean sound. The head does admirably with cleans though. The Tite Gain where I run it (about 2:00) will clean up sufficiently for my needs with the guitar volume. This is not a large complaint however, and I am able to work around it with a boost in front of the amp.
Overall, I am very pleased. She is a keeper.
The amp is a breeze to setup, and many functions are set it and forget it ( like Diodes and Bold/Spongy). They come in handy going back and forth from home (quiet). A few golden rules: This amp loves volume, but always try to keep the Output knobs at noon or above and use the channel Masters to compensate. This really opens up the amp - especially in a live situation. With a band - more treble is usually called for (like noon for me) however at home, its usually set much lower (8-9:00).
The head takes fx wonderfully, both in front, and thru the loop. I've simplified my live setup and just run a modest board thru the front of the amp, but leave the loop engaged to allow usage of the Solo switch.
I play mostly hard rock - sometimes approaching metal. I do not use an EQ in the loop, even though that is a popular technique. I find the lows and mids on this amp are right where I like them, coming from a Marshall fan like me. The amp can get plenty nasty and thumpin' especially at gig volume and with a 412 cab.
I do wish there was a way to switch the Fluid Drive on/off. Specifically, have Ch2 Tite Gain as my Channel 1, and then switch into the higher gain Fluid Drive for solos. I don't really need a jazzy clean sound. The head does admirably with cleans though. The Tite Gain where I run it (about 2:00) will clean up sufficiently for my needs with the guitar volume. This is not a large complaint however, and I am able to work around it with a boost in front of the amp.
Overall, I am very pleased. She is a keeper.
