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Re: [AN1x] amps

2003-07-28 by Jerry Aiyathurai

--- In AN1x-list@yahoogroups.com, Bruce Wahler <bruce@a...> wrote:
> Hi Jimmy,
> 
> >Since the AN1X is modelled after the late 70s early 80s polyphonic 
> >analog synths, what kind of keyboard amps did they use then?
> 
> Fender Twins and Roland Jazz Chorus models were popular, as were 
dedicated keyboard amps like the Peavey KB300.  Many players I knew 
used those little powered mixers by Peavey, Carvin, etc.


What kinds of timbres would they be pumping through these amps? I 
believe Jon Lord used marshalls for his B3 occasionally. Were they 
sending full range timbres, like B3 or mellotron? Or more 
rounded/lead  tones? 

Jerry

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