The recommended voltage, as marked on the back of the amp, is 117 volts. Most modern outlet voltage is 120-125 volts. Our outlets are close to 125. This higher voltage can make these amps sound a little harsh. We used the Brown Box to reduce our wall voltage, to 117 volts, like the amp was designed for. Wow! Big difference in tone. Much sweeter!
Next, we wanted to get this little fella in a Mud Stand, but it was too small for our standard model. We decided to make a Mini Mud Stand sized just for the Champ. Wow again! The Mud Stand isolated it from the floor, tilted it up at a great angle and the rear foam supports acted almost as an extension of the cabinet. All of this gave this little amp a much bigger sound. This would make a great studio setup. These Mini Mud Stands are on our website now if anyone wants one. They will hold amps up to 14 inches tall, 22 inches wide and 11 inches deep. They are 39.00 and in stock. www.mudstand.com
The Tele is a Steve Dikkers sparkle guitar with the Brent Mason pickup setup. It has a blend knob to blend the middle pickup in with the bridge pickup. Also has a Forrest Lee Jr B- bender. Honey Tonk heaven. Sounds great plugged straight into the Champ.
Joe Walsh used a Champ, with no pedals, when recording Funk ‘49. Killer tone.
What is your experience with a Champ? Do you use pedals or straight in? Do you use one in the studio? Is anyone gigging with a Champ?
