new kid in amp town...check it out:CHUTEAMPS

new kid in town........check it out !CHUTEAMPS (chuteamplifiers.com)
guys, I'd like to take a bit of space here and tell everyone about this fantastic new amp builder that I bumped into recently. We got to talking and before you knew it, (a couple weeks later) I had this amazing 35 watt class A cathode biased beauty in my grubby hands.

I didn't even put it thru its paces @ home, right away took it to a recording session (trial by fire !) and was thoroughly thrilled with the tones acheived. !

features:
cathode biased class A operation (2x el34's/6l6,kt66,5881,6v6's:with a mod, and , 4x 12ax7) : ss recto.

The Preamp

The all tube preamp is split into 2 foot switchable channels (A and B), each has 2 gain controls. Channel A consists of parallel gain stages allowing you to mix the bright gain (gain control #1) with the dark gain (gain control #2). This versatility can create the perfectly balanced clean or crunch tone. Channel B consists of series gain stages for a screaming high-gain distortion (if needed and anything in between)Both channels utilize the same EQ consisting of Bass, Mid, and Treble controls.

The Poweramp

The poweramp uses cathode biasing to achieve that class A sound. This biasing configuration acts as a slight compressor, giving a smoother frequency response. It also allows you to change tubes without having to re-bias. The poweramp can be configured to your needs. A post phase inverter "presence" control allows you to dial in the perfect power tube treble response. A master volume control allows you to set the appropriate distortion levels at any desired volume. The stock power tubes are JJ EL34s which will provide 35W of power.


Back Panel

The back panel of the CC-04 supports Send and Returns jacks. This series effects loop is controlled by the master volume control, allowing you to mix in your favorite effect(s) after the preamp has manipulated the guitar signal. There is a channel A/B switch that is bypassed when the footswitch is connected. There is also an output impedance switch; allowing you to run 8 or 4 ohm cabinets. A detachable AC power cord is also included for easier transportation.

ok,now to the sound !!: (put it through early 70's checkerboard 4x12 bottom with orig greenbacks, jeff swanson 2x12 with bluedogs, Zbest cab 2x12 with g12h30s(thanks Pete), ac30reissue ext.2x12 w/orig. silverbells (thanks Pete !!)

channel 1: this channel has the most variable from dark to bright, with alot of chime if needed but also breaks up nicely, and has a few sweet spots along the master vol. and a great sounding master vol, which is actually rare to find imho, I tried a 62 355, kline t, guitarclinic custom strat, 73 les paul custom, and ALL, seriously ALL sounded great, with my fav's being the tele,355, and lester. There is also enough gain on channel 1 to get some od and some nice sizzle if needed. .....I thought this was my fav channel............till I checked out channel 2 !

channel 2:
this channel can go from acdc mild od to roaring/riping (but not in the metal territory), all rock if you need it to. There is tonnes of tones along the pot of the series cascading gain 1--into gain 2, and this channel seems to have the "chunk" and georgeous thick but searing colors with a great balance of sweet hi's and big lo's, I love'd this channel more than I thought I would.

I do not want to splash superlatives around and make it sound like a honeymoon report, that's not what this is @ all, I've had the amp for quite some time and really just wanted to let people have a look @ this great new offering.I have no affiliation with the maker whatsoever, I simply wanted to offer a review of this great new amp.
I really feel it has so much range and all of it legit and terrific sounding, and that with just the jj34's !
This amp can take :6l6s, kt66's,5881's,6v6's, so I'm sure there are more sweet tones to be had in some of these other output tubes !

I really don't want to bring in comparisons: you got to hear this thing for yourself, but fender clean is there, I hear vox and matchless chime, I hear jtm sounds, and definately some plexi and alum panel marshall. I would say the amp is not particularly in the tweed vain, but honestly, trying it with tweed type spkrs might bring it there quite nicely, the class A operation of this modified marshalesque topology, really makes this amp do alot of things without compromising the tone imho.
ok sorry for the long a$$ coments. pls let me know if I missed anything or if you would like to know more, and sorry I havn't made clips, but I honestly feel clips never really seem to capture and amps essence, that has to be experienced imho... thanks for reading. Sorry, my pics suck, but this gives you an idea, diff. tolex colours are avail. as well.

 

glad to see some action on this thread ! I definately didn't want this to be a "man does this thing rock",...I cincerely hope others will get a chance to try these.

It does ALOT, and not just rock, to my ear, the master vol is one of the best going, retaining that elusive "chunk"/still intact "ass" of the notes even in the high register.

Pickslide,my personal opinion is, no attenuator is necessary in this amp. It retains a nice sound when the master is down considerably, I mean, way down low I've never heard an am sound "real" but that 's imho.

vchizzle, I totally agree ! ...I will do my best to put some sound clips on this thread and get Carl to include some on his site, he's been busy also earning his masters degree!!...and builds these when time permits. But the site leaves you wanting MORE info and sound and pictures as well for sure, hey Carl.....listening ?

nice music Pleasure Shop !!

I would just like to re-iterate, although these amps can rock it out with the very best, there is alot of tone in there, it took me some time to realise there is alot of range in this amp, and I don't play hard rock perse......

I hope Faracaster has a chance to chime in here !!

nice rig there Strat-O-Mechani !.

 

my pleasure Pete (those who know Peter, know he has excellent tone/taste in gtrs/amps and one heck of a player!), thank you for adding your great insight: absolutely didn't want this to be the "hi fives honeymoon thread" we've both had it for quite awhile before mentioning it here. Just wanted to spread the word and get Carl motivated for some more models :BEER

there is a double 6v6 model combo in the works................Carl will keep me posted.

as I had mentioned before, anyone in the greater toronto area that is interested, I'd be more than delighted for you to come by and check it out !

 

Hey Griz, just to clarify for everyone, its actually about 35watts (depending on tubes, in this case el34's) class A operation. But its a pretty stout 35 !

 

same as Pete, I don't play with gobs of gain, but there is alot on tap in channel 2, and channel 1(clearer/treblier {is that a word ?!?!}..lol.. voice) for that matter if you goose everything.

however, being class A cathode biased, its a diff. animal, the marshall I think would have more agressive/slightly harder tone, as the class A in Carl's design seems to bring more harmonic content (the joy's of class A) and a more sweet harmonic component, I don't know if I'm expressing this correctly. But all in all, I think with tube choice and maybe a bit more high gain pre tube choices you could get that, it has the "poop" power to do it for sure, its a very balsy 35watter.


the cool thing about this amp is it can be whatever the player puts in, that's why I like it so much: great simple yet feature full design with the perfect wattage and a terrific master vol. (for both channels, very cool to have).

as stated before: I have no affiliation with Carl Chute, and am way past the honeymoon on this amp, its just a great one . :AOK

you should have Carl fly one out to you to try !