PORTABLE guitar leslie speaker cabs [Archive]

peacheater

11-17-2008, 07:47 PM

Hi All,
I've been working for quite some time developing what I think is a pretty darn portable guitar leslie speaker cab. I sold out of prototypes as fast as I could make them. So I've recently moved to somewhat of a production model.

Check out some samples on this posting:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&item=250326668493
If you're interested drop me an email... we'll talk - jbennett81@verizon.net

This is an extension cab featuring a new Weber California 12" 8 ohm Speaker. It's driven by a variable speed, expression type foot switch. Inside is a vintage leslie tremolo unit - hence my company name: Organ Donor Amps.

I'm currently taking orders for tolex and straight baltic birch - poly finished models. Prices start around $600 and up depending on speaker, finish, one or 2 motor and foot switch options.

Thanks for looking. Peace.

BMF Effects

11-18-2008, 07:53 AM

Very interesting. Question...you would need a dedicated amp for this, right? If you ran it off the extension speaker jack from your amp, wouldn't it always be in the mix? Thanks.

todd richman

11-18-2008, 06:41 PM

Nice sounds and good looking build. I particularly loved the Layered and Spacey soundclips. I may have to get one of these. WHat is the weight? Do you need an amp or is it built in?

muddy

11-19-2008, 11:29 AM

my god, it sounds bloody aMAZING!!! yer killin' me here...

ml

peacheater

11-19-2008, 10:00 PM

Hi BMF Effects:

That's right. This is an extension cab driven by your head.
I run mine 2 ways:

1 - with a separate head and a a/b/y switch (electroharmonix switch blade) between the 2 amps or

2 - When using 1 amp, I run 1/4 lines from both the regular and extension speaker jacks to my pedal board and I use the same a/b/y switch to allow the output to go to either the leslie cab, the standard cab or both.

If you've got the space I HIGHly recommend micing these cabs in stereo - pretty freaking amazing results. Feel free to leave more messages here or PM me. As I mentioned I have one posted on ebay now, but I'm taking custom orders. My favorites are actually my all wood cabs - baltic w/ 4 coats of poly - and i use tapestry cloth for the grill - very tripodelic.

decay-o-caster

11-19-2008, 10:03 PM

Can the motor be put onto a variable control (like a volume pedal) to be controlled that way?

And can different speakers be used? Cele Gold or Jensen Alnico Jet maybe?

peacheater

11-19-2008, 10:04 PM

TODD-

Glad you like to sounds. Feel free to PM me for details. I am taking custom orders.
Prices start at around $600 - depending on your speaker choice and cab finish.
Peace.

peacheater

11-19-2008, 10:09 PM

Hi Decay o Caster:
You can choose any speaker you like.

I build these with a variety of foot switches and motor configurations.

Option one: Single speed motor with a variable speed - like a gas or expression pedal for control - this allows you to find all the in between speeds and maximize doppler shifts.

Option two: Same as above but with a straight on/off foot switch as well as the variable speed. The advantage here is that you don't have to keep your foot on the pedal. I'm developing an expression type pedal that you can set to the desired speed then release - but this is still in r+d

Option three: 2 speed motor. 2 foot switches - on/slow and fast. This allows for lots of variations. You leave the slow setting on - then click into fast - the click fast off and to achieve great doppler action.

Again, taking orders guys.

RL in Fla

11-20-2008, 07:36 AM

John is one of the "good guys" folks . :AOK

No affiliation here , but I can tell you with him it's a well-thought-out labor of love .

Drive on , JB ;)

winkofaneye

11-20-2008, 01:15 PM

International Shipping?

peacheater

11-20-2008, 02:05 PM

RL - Thanks for the kind words.
I believe in Karma and Great Tone.
Peace.
JB

mike@nortoncable.com

11-20-2008, 03:00 PM

Nice work :) Very reminescant of the rare leslie 860- half the cost and smaller too! sure to be a hit, sounds great. Did you build a wood rotor? foam? if you dont mind me asking.

peacheater

11-20-2008, 09:00 PM

Hi Analog - Don't mind at at... actually as my ad states I actually use vintage leslie tremolo units in the guts. I refirb them and offer a free 30 day replacement on the motor and/or rotor - shipping not included. That said, because of all the interest I have been discussing the development of my own rotor with a well known manufacturer. Kind of a dream come true if I could make a living doing this... or at least a few bucks. LOL - so far I've sold 4, but all the money (and it hasn't been much) has gone right back into r+d and building. Let me know if you're interested in ordering. I can do lots of tolex-grill combinations or baltic birch with 4 coats of poly - these are actually my favorite. The Big News is I'm actually experimenting with cabs covered with a heavy duty tie dye cloth - hemp of course. They will be called the "WEED" series - mocking the tweed of course. No... I am not kidding. Peace.

Tomo

11-20-2008, 09:23 PM

I have been using real leslie cab...
Like SRV tone! We mic just upper horn (speakers..)

Can you make a bit faster than normal Leslie?

Tomo

mike@nortoncable.com

11-20-2008, 09:36 PM

Leslies rock , my dad has 8 at his place heh.. Every household needs 8 leslies and a broken B3 :D

anyway-

Tomo was mentioning a faster speed-

another cool feature speed related would be expression pedal controled speed. Most leslies are fast/slow with a slow down period -Fast, or not moving..
Reverb too - is a nice thing, my leslie 910 has reverb, by far my favorite leslie , but its like moving 2 marshall full stacks, 150lbs!, most leslies don't have reverb, but its a cool sound for them.

Cool stuff non the less :D

peacheater

11-20-2008, 10:45 PM

Fellas,

Read the ad closely - my model IS driven by an AC rated expression pedal. I'm also developing an expression pedal with a separate on/off foot switch so you don't have to keep your foot on the "gas." My 2 motor models come with 2 switches:

Switch #1 = on/off slow
Switch #2 = fast
I've rigged it so #2 takes over when #1 is engaged - so you can switch between fast and slow with one click.

These things are a hell of a lot easier to move than a full leslie - dimensions are just:
20.5" wide X 21.5" tall X 20" deep. Here's a link to the one that's on ebay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&item=250326668493

Taking orders boys.
Peace.

JB
Organ Donor Amps
Website Coming Soon

Tomo

11-21-2008, 06:03 AM

peacheater

11-21-2008, 12:18 PM

Hi,

Not sure what the max speed of a 122 or 147 is.
My guess is mine's a little bit slower. But sure sounds good to my ear.

My cabs are specifically designed to be SMALL. For guitarists.. this has always been my mission. That said I do not use a horn. However, I've begun researching the possibility of incorporating a coaxial speaker - to achieve full range - mostly for those keyboard players. For now models include either a 110 or 112. I prefer to use Weber speakers - but we can work with what you like to use.

I am also considering the possibility of including 2 small high-end
mics. The plan is to incorporate 2 xlr outputs on the back of the cab
to mic in true stereo.

Insides: I'm still experimenting with options for installing the sound baffle and speaker. At present this assembly is installed on one board. Future designs will hopefully feature a rack type system. The entire assembly will slide in and out for easy access to the guts.

Long story short feel free to email me directly for more drill down info:
jbennett81@version.net

Shiny McShine

11-21-2008, 12:39 PM

Very good sounding.

Hey PeachEater, I think you may need to put your business information in your sig to comply with TGP rules. Not sure though but check the FAQ.

peacheater

11-21-2008, 07:05 PM

Thanks for the heads up. I'd be happy to.
My website will be coming on line soon. For now:

JB
Organ Donor Amps
jbennett81@verizon.net

peacheater

11-24-2008, 06:17 PM

All,

Basically every buck I make on my Leslie cabs are going right back into R&D and the business. Just wanted to give ya'll a heads up that I have one cab posted on ebay now.

The reserve price has already been heavily discounted to $450. These usually sell for $600.

If you're a GP member, PM me and grab this cab for $400.00 plus shipping. I've only got one available at this price. First come, first served.
Good luck.

CODE = GC_SPIN

Thanks. It's a great deal.

peacheater

11-28-2008, 08:12 AM

All,

I've cut the price one final time on this new unit.
Here's the ebay listing:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Portable-Guitar-Leslie-Speaker-Cab-Vibratone-TO-GO_W0QQitemZ250331370190QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_Defa ultDomain_0?hash=item250331370190&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1205%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C 240%3A1318

PM me before it sells and I'll let her go for
$400 + shipping to anyone on the Gear Page Forum.
First come, first served.

peacheater

11-29-2008, 05:41 PM

<bump>
All,

I've just reposted one of my portable leslie cabs on ebay.
I'm trying to get units out in the field so folks will write good things
on harmony central, the gear page etc. That said - the cab is now listed
for just $350 - this barely covers my production costs.

I won't be repeating this offer - just can't financially.
So if you want a great deal PM me - use the code GP_350 and
I'll hook you up. FYI shipping is $90 due to weight and professional packing.

Hope this goes to a good home.
Especially hope the winner chooses to help spread the word through
positive postings.

Bloomfield fan

12-01-2008, 12:13 PM

did this new auction end?

thirstnhowl

01-20-2009, 03:39 PM

Hello all,
Have a look at my build of a leslie cab 4 guitar that is 16 inches square, and 18 inches tall, weight: approx. 15 lbs. You can hear it by going to soundclick.com and entering spinorama09 in the artist search engine.
or go here

http://www.myspace.com/spinmine (http://www.myspace.com/spinmine)