Looking for a Dual Tubescreamer

[buellwisner]

I hate to ask this question because it seems I could find the answer with more research. But I don't know the name of what I want, so finding it is a needle-in-the-haystack situation.

I've got an Analogman King of Tone, and I like it pretty well. I particularly like the two independent circuits in one small box.

What I would like is something like the KoT that has TS808 circuits in it instead. I need more mids and a creamier distortion.

I do NOT want a tweaked screamer that has extended bass and a glassy distortion (like most mods). I want a classic TS808 sound.

Does anyone make such a pedal? A dual-circuit, reasonably-sized overdrive with two identical TS808s in it?

Or would this be a custom job?

Thanks in advance!

[mmcm4]

Visual Sound Double Trouble: http://www.visualsound.net/index.php/products/guitar_effects_pedals/v2_double_trouble

[mockoman]

http://www.effectspedalboutique.com/category.sc;jsessionid=497461DE21F7A9C641358A9D33E 1E930.qscstrfrnt01?categoryId=4

[guitargod2u]

http://www.guitarfetish.com/Twin-Overdrive-2-Channel-Overdrive-Pedal-TS-808TS-9-Tones_p_2174.html $69.95 no need to thank me. I know this is tgp but i have owned some gfs stuff it treated me good.

[jpagey]

Keeley made a dual TS-9 in the original Ibanez box, called the Frankenscreamer. I have one - it has a switch for toggling between his Baked and Plus mods. Way cool.

I also have a dual TS-9 (in the original Ibanez box) modded by Vaughn Cost with 2 vol, 2 gain knobs, 2 Tri switches for bass boost and clipping choices. Also, way cool.

[wundergussy]

Get a Custom VFE Dual "The Scream."

http://www.vfepedals.com/VFE_Pedals/Custom_Shop.html

[Heady Jam Fan]

http://www.guitarfetish.com/Twin-Overdrive-2-Channel-Overdrive-Pedal-TS-808TS-9-Tones_p_2174.html $69.95 no need to thank me. I know this is tgp but i have owned some gfs stuff it treated me good.

That's a great price - is it pretty accurate to a Ibanez 808/9? The overdrive channel said it has more body - does that mean it has a different voicing/eq? Or can you dial in a normal TS9?

[guitargod2u]

That's a great price - is it pretty accurate to a Ibanez 808/9? The overdrive channel said it has more body - does that mean it has a different voicing/eq? Or can you dial in a normal TS9?

i haven't owned that pedal yet but when i read more body i read more bottom end like more bass. i know its not exactly what op wanted but from what i read two ts-808's or ts-9s cut alot of bass...

[AXXA]

What about the SRB808? I think it has some toggle options, but doesn't it have 'stock' 808 sounds?

[Godspeed64]

Search for Rodenberg mate

[Heady Jam Fan]

i haven't owned that pedal yet but when i read more body i read more bottom end like more bass. i know its not exactly what op wanted but from what i read two ts-808's or ts-9s cut alot of bass...

Right, that is what I read too - I emailed them to find out cuz that seems like an interesting pedal. I run 2 TS9 Silvers, but for $70, if it can do the trick, I might have to give it a try. I definitely don't want more bass though.

[bandofthieves™]

http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL880/3449618/14643875/298312602.jpg

[fieldsroyal]

There was a JAM pedals dual tube screamer in the emporium - they apparently make a good pedal.

[Staticbuster]

Um, why not just get two TS808s and slap 'em on your board and be done with it?

[jkokura]

I'm happy to help you out if you'd like.

Jacob

[drbob1]

Foxrox Zim-two pedals, vary the order, parametric EQ on one.

Or, build it for MUCH cheaper-two BYOC kits and a bigger box...

[buellwisner]

Thanks for all of the suggestions, everyone!

For me, size and cost are important considerations, so custom work is probably beyond my means.

The Visual Sound Double Trouble has exactly what I need at a good price point. If only it were better looking! (sorry if anyone likes the Visual Sound look).

[buellwisner]

http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL880/3449618/14643875/298312602.jpg

That is beautiful. I wish Analogman would make something just like this in a KoT-size enclosure.

[buellwisner]

Um, why not just get two TS808s and slap 'em on your board and be done with it?

That's probably what I will do, but this would be larger than a KoT-size enclosure and would require two power supplies.

[Heady Jam Fan]

That's probably what I will do, but this would be larger than a KoT-size enclosure and require two power supplies.

You could probably do 1 power supply and a smaller enclosure I suspect. For one power supply, you might need a smaller voltage doubling circuit, then split it between the two pedals (as long as there is enough MA). Though I am not techy so I could be wrong about that.

[chip46]

You could probably do 1 power supply and a smaller enclosure I suspect. For one power supply, you might need a smaller voltage doubling circuit, then split it between the two pedals (as long as there is enough MA). Though I am not techy so I could be wrong about that.
If two tubescreamer circuits were put into one enclosure, you could power them both off of one dc jack.

[jpagey]

Contact Jason Scmittler at Stomptome- he could build one using GGG boards

[Abandoned]

Fuchs Extreme Cream

[cacibi]

If two tubescreamer circuits were put into one enclosure, you could power them both off of one dc jack.

True - it's a pretty low current draw circuit. You could throw in a boost as well and still power the thing.

BYOC 808 kits are $69. If I were looking to do this, I would buy two kits from BYOC, a larger enclosure from Small Bear Electronics and heat up the soldering iron. Great tutorials on the Beavis Audio website as far as things you can do with switches, circuit mods...etc.

[NHBluesMan]

+1 for the VS Double Trouble

[RGB]

I also have a dual TS-9 (in the original Ibanez box) modded by Vaughn Cost with 2 vol, 2 gain knobs, 2 Tri switches for bass boost and clipping choices. Also, way cool.

I've had one of Vaughn's mods for many years, (same mods as yours)...it's the only pedal I've hung onto for any length of time besides my Teese Picture Wah.

I wonder if Vaughn is still doing them?

[jpagey]

I've had one of Vaughn's mods for many years, (same mods as yours)...it's the only pedal I've hung onto for any length of time besides my Teese Picture Wah.

I wonder if Vaughn is still doing them?

I emailed him yesterday- no response yet. I can't find his site on line...
I just remembered that I have a 2nd VC modded pedal, but without the Tri switches. Dooh!

[tomuchroc41gtr]

I'm happy to help you out if you'd like.

Jacob

Jacob does killer work. Very satisfied customer here. Give him a shout on this and see what he can do for you.

[RGB]

I emailed him yesterday- no response yet. I can't find his site on line...
I just remembered that I have a 2nd VC modded pedal, but without the Tri switches. Dooh!

Yeah, that Tri-mode mod is the sh*t! I had his site bookmarked but it's a dead link now. Maybe try sending him a PM?...he's VaughnC here on TGP.

I sold my LDO because Vaughn's TS sounded just as good and was more versatile with 2 TS's in one box! I don't have it on my board anymore as I use it as a self contained "pedalboard" when I don't have room...or just don't feel like hauling the board.

[jpagey]

Yeah, that Tri-mode mod is the sh*t! I had his site bookmarked but it's a dead link now. Maybe try sending him a PM?...he's VaughnC here on TGP.

I sold my LDO because Vaughn's TS sounded just as good and was more versatile with 2 TS's in one box! I don't have it on my board anymore as I use it as a self contained "pedalboard" when I don't have room...or just don't feel like hauling the board.

Good idea. I'll pm him.
Yup, luv my VC modded pedal.

[jpagey]

Yeah, that Tri-mode mod is the sh*t! I had his site bookmarked but it's a dead link now. Maybe try sending him a PM?...he's VaughnC here on TGP.

I sold my LDO because Vaughn's TS sounded just as good and was more versatile with 2 TS's in one box! I don't have it on my board anymore as I use it as a self contained "pedalboard" when I don't have room...or just don't feel like hauling the board.

Found him. Thanks

[FLYING V 83]

Addrock Not So Ole Yeller and HBE Power Screamer were always my favorites

[Bluedano1]

How about this from GFS( Biyang)??

http://www.guitarfetish.com/Twin-Overdrive-2-Channel-Overdrive-Pedal-TS-808TS-9-Tones_p_2174.html#

I know it's cheap, but not cheap (I own a GFS Brownie (mod-Rat type) and a Biyang 'Mad Driver' (Tube Screamer w/clipping switch) and both are well-made, sound just great, just don't cost a lot of $$!

[RGB]

Found him. Thanks

Is he still doing his mods these days?...new website?

[jpagey]

Is he still doing his mods these days?...new website?

Yes, he is still doing mids. No new website, his prices went up $10 per mod.

[RGB]

Yes, he is still doing mids. No new website, his prices went up $10 per mod.

Very cool...still a bargain, IMO! :)

[McQuade]

fulldrive 2?

[Ben C.]

maybe...

http://www.rodenberg-amplification.com/eng/index_htm_files/177.png
http://www.rodenberg-amplification.com/eng/gas828_eng.htm

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[ladsinblue]

You should look into Jam Pedals TubeDreamer 88.

[78deluxe]

maybe...


http://www.rodenberg-amplification.com/eng/gas828_eng.htm

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OP said custom builds were out of his price range.

For 2 basic TS pedals, that thing (though very nice looking) is about $330 US at current exchange rates.

[CRWolf]

+1 for the Double Trouble

It might not look all that great, but it will last and so will the silent switches. VS's tubescreamer circuit sounds great, the Bass Boost is a nice feature, and they can be had cheaper than almost anything mentioned. VS doesn't get much love around here - from what I can tell, because people don't like their enclosures - but they make quality products which are now backed by a lifetime warranty.

[caspersvapors]

yea he should really get over the looks of it, because VS pedals are great

[Heady Jam Fan]

I have an SRB808 2in1, TS9 & TS808 in one enclosure. It sounds great, but I can't replace my vintage TS9's, so it is off my board and on CList.

[marvelboy_04]

Um, why not just get two TS808s and slap 'em on your board and be done with it?

just what I was thinking