The ric sound

carr · Post by **carr** » Sun Apr 29, 2001 12:19 am

I have recently joined the ric discussion group and followed it with great delight.

One topic I find interesting is " the ric " sound.

I dont perform these days just amusing myself at home. For amplification I use my stereo system with a graphic equalisers with 8 bands per side plus a DOD tec4 effects box. The sounds I get from this is amazing with my 360/12. Everything from a "heavy metal" driving fuzz, or clean metal sound to classic jangle to super smooth bass end sound. A far cry from the Ist issue Laney systems I used to use

admin · Post by **admin** » Sun Apr 29, 2001 12:30 am

Newer technology has certainly made the number of options far greater and more convenient. Some folks have made recordings with their Rickenbacker 12 strings by plugging them into their computer sound cards and the result has been truly amazing.

J.Phelps · Post by **J.Phelps** » Mon Apr 30, 2001 4:29 pm

Ok, here's a question for someone: What would be the ultimate way to get the Ric sound out of my '66 335. Strings? Amp? Accessories? I've never given this guitar it's due (Peavey Bandit 65 amp and whatever strings) and I would like to get the best sound out of it that it is capable of giving me. Thanks!

leftybass · Post by **leftybass** » Tue May 01, 2001 5:27 am

Well, There are SO many combinations, and it comes down to what you prefer in the long run. My two cents: I play my '68 370/12-string through a Trace Elliot Acoustic amp. Kinda crazy, but with a Boss compression pedal it really sings man....I think you have half the battle won by having a vintage Rick with the original pickups. Or if the guitar was recent make sure the guitar is equipped with the re-issue scatter-wounds. Bright and shiny !!!! I may try some Pyramid flats soon on the 12-string but for now it has D'Adarrio lights on it (9's) and they sound fine.

carr · Post by **carr** » Tue May 01, 2001 10:05 pm

Not too sure where this posting would fit so please bear with me..

When I play my 360/12 I often knock the pickup selector switch .. Is this common with other users? I wouldnt call my playing style flamboyant by any stretch of the imagination.
John

rick12dr · Post by **rick12dr** » Wed May 02, 2001 11:43 am

An off the wall suggestion to "reprogram" yourself; put a piece of masking tape on the pickguard and write on it in red magic marker, the words, "Please don't hit me again!" Bet you stop it in a couple weeks if not sooner.This is the Dr's advice.I'll bill you later if it works...

rkbsound · Post by **rkbsound** » Wed May 02, 2001 2:10 pm

Gads, I suppose my question is too broad/general. I am likely to buy a new amp for my 335 and I don't want to spend big bucks -- small and used is fine. I'd like to know what everyone's top 5 choices would be. I can guess Vox will be at the top, but I think that's out of my budget range! I am also assuming that tube amps are preferred? THANKS!!!!

russmanuel · Post by **russmanuel** » Wed May 02, 2001 3:30 pm

Well , it won't be the most popular reply but I'd suggest a POD 2. Retail is $349 (tops) and you can get pretty close to the sound of lots of tube amps. Plus it will work great with your Peavey, just run it upfront like a effect. You can check out the amps @ http://www.Line6.com
I'm using Pyramids on a 660-12. They made a huge dif. over the originals.
So far, I've gotten no complaints.

grsnovi · Post by **grsnovi** » Sun May 06, 2001 6:52 pm

I'll second the vote for a POD. I got a rack one a couple of months back and I'm not playing out and I'll just noodle on it with phones on when I need to hear a guitar amplified.

docholliday · Post by **docholliday** » Tue May 08, 2001 12:58 pm

POD 2.0 or, if you're a rack person, POD Pro (more expensive) both will work and give you tons of tones and effects.

HOWEVER, to take advantage of the POD/POD Pro's capabilities mid-song, you'll also need the Floor Board (not the 4-button pedal). That'll set you back another $229 to $249 or so.

I've done the POD route (through a JC-120). Also the Line 6 AX2. Great sounds, to be sure. Compared with the AX2, the POD is severely limited in what you can tweak/adjust easily through the "face" of the unit, e.g., reverb selections.

But neither was what I was seeking. So I sold 'em and ordered 2 new Fender Cyber Twins. They should arrive an a few weeks.

-Doc

rkbsound · Post by **rkbsound** » Tue May 08, 2001 3:12 pm

thanks...I'll have to check out a POD. I still am looking for a reputable, small tube practice amp or a small twin amp that would sound great. I've heard that there are problems with the trace amps.

Shaker · Post by **Shaker** » Wed May 30, 2001 6:30 pm

Try a Laney VC30 210 or 212, very similar than a VOX AC30,with Reverb and Efx Loop. The price: a Laney half cheaper than a Vox. My 325v63 sings with the Laney. Very reliable, well built, and you'll have the sound man !!!!.

gbogart · Post by **gbogart** » Wed May 30, 2001 9:48 pm

I've played live and recorded thru POD with my 360/12v64 and have been really impressed with the tube-like vibe. Musicians Fiend (;) has some kind of $100 POD rebate going on right now, so you're looking at less than $250...

The POD floorboard IS great (if a bit pricey...) but if you need lotsa switching, it's worth it. And, it has a KILLER wah pedal...

Now (don't laugh) I've also got a Vox Pathfinder... I know, no tubes, but the thing sounds great with the Rick 12 (honest!) and it's just barely over $100.

"Let your ears be your guide"!

markthemd · Post by **markthemd** » Thu May 31, 2001 5:47 am

I own a Flextone II ....

this is my 'Desert Island' live amp .

It has all the features of the POD ,but it is a full on amp with the speakers .

Now it is NOT dead nuts on as far as some of the sounds ...but the closenes to them allows me to switch tones from song to songs and it helps to stylize them.Plus I take 3 to 5 guitars with me to a gig ...am I crazy ?maybe ,but ....I have a rack that holds them sideways and Is it's own case.Just a little something that I made .So I wheel it in and leave it locked ,go back out and get my amp .I feel safe with it .

The floor board is a wonderful thing and allows me to foot switch all of these sounds .I do not care for the LED tuner though ,so I have a Boss tuner in line with my Guitar cord ..That works great.

rkbsound · Post by **rkbsound** » Thu May 31, 2001 4:40 pm

Just bought a Vox Cambridge 15 last week. The price was right ($179), and a good size for a practice amp. Although there is no reverb, this little box sounds great, and I am very pleased with the sound I am getting for the money. Playing it side by side to an AC15 in the store practically made me cry, but I'll spend the $999 if I ever get out in a band again. The POD is too expensive for me, but I may pick up a cheap $100 effects pedal somewhere.