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Re: Any tube amps use diode clipping besides Marshall?

10/21/1999 4:49 AM
AustinC
Re: Any tube amps use diode clipping besides Marshall?
The Mesa V-Twin uses diodes in the classic Marshall configuration. Looks like a bridge with an extra diode across it. The V-Twin uses 1N914/4148 diodes (very smooth) whereas Marshall went for the LED brashness.  
 
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