JP-2C vs Archon 100w

Does anybody have any experience with the Archon 100w and the JP-2C? I have the Archon. I like it. However, I'm not sure I love it. I'm interested in the JP-2C. I don't have a way to try a JP-2C locally. So any feedback would be appreciated.

Thanks.

I would start with watching videos on both of them. Sweetwater has one on the Archon, and one on the JP-2C (they did not go all out with the JP but sounded good) At least you will get a taste for the tone of each amp. I had thought about the Archon briefly. Nice amp, great price for a 100W head. I would consider getting that amp myself. I am fed up with a different amp in my arsenal that does not see to give me what I what from it.

JP-2C will have a stronger presence in the mid to upper midrange. Quite a different gain character than the Archon. Tone and character of the JP (not being familiar with the Mark IIC+) sounds like a blend of the Roadster and Mark V but only sounds much better.

I believe Elvis may have both amps. Perhaps he may have something to add or reflect on.

Try here! New experiments brewing in my lab...

http://forum.grailtone.com/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=72676

Thanks Elvis. Great sound demo's. What made you want both the Archon and the JP2C? I just want to make an informed decision.

krb813

Thanks!

I just love amps. They all have their own thing. And I can happily gig any of them.

I got the JP-2C because it is everything my Mark V wasn't, with a very open, aggressive tone, and two useable lead channels. I also love that it is a bit smaller, like the Archon. So easier to pack in my hatchback.

My dream realized:

Thanks for the info Elvis. I'm leaning towards getting a JP2C. I like the idea of having 2 lead channels. My CFO feels I should sell the Archon before I get the JP2C. I'm still negotiating that part with her.

Thanks,

krb813

I hear you.

I am fortunate that I have a gear budget that is at my discretion.

The one thing I would miss with the Archon is that it is the most plug and play amp I've ever had. I am still messing with the 2C and I don't feel I'm terribly close yet. It's good, but I am not there yet. I'd probably be "there", but I haven't really had time with it. Still, I get why a lot of people give up on them.

The cool thing about the 2C is that you notice the basic nature of the amp right away, and it just screams.