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Thanks for the answer. I'm half considering selling my Helix LT getting one of these- I have Helix native already, and I'm really only using the modeling on the LT to ape my fireball 100. If the preamp live does that as well or better at a lower cost and smaller footprint, it's right up my alley.

Have you done a capture on the Ironball yet? Does it work as a USB interface (i.e. recording straight into your DAW)?

I just bought the 6 string variant of this about a month ago- got a scratch and dent model from Musician's Friend- first one had a super jacked up neck, second one was much better. Still needed some TLC from a tech to iron our a few QC issues, but now I'm really enjoying it. Great feature set...

Cool guitar, enjoy it.

Bad ass, still curious about that pickup myself, especially since so many call it a souped up Duncan distortion. Love the single pickup single volume configuration too.

I signed up here during some HCAF drama- damned if I can remember what it was even about now. Got out of the gear chase for a long stretch after 07.

I recently installed a set of hipshots in one of my guitars, I really like them- much more smooth feeling than the sperzels (which have served me well for years) I have in another guitar. The universal mount plate made installation as easy as changing strings.

I've been somewhat curious about BKP's as well, though the price coupled with my high level of satisfaction with the Duncan Distortion has deterred me from taking the plunge. I did just buy a KM-6 mkii that has a nazgul in the bridge- so far, I still prefer the DD, going to give it a bit longer...

Yeah, that preamp live pedal looks bad ass. Kemper just got a solid dick kick with that one.

The description sounds more like the FB to me. Either way, I'm curious about how it sounds. Looks like it's lacking a mid boost switch though.

I'd like to check out an 016 (engl Fireball copy), but I can't justify it while already owning a fb100, Helix, and amt E2.

I had a Mesa oversized 4x12 that served me well for years, sold it after my old band broke up. Now I have a couple of 2x12's and a 1x12- my oversized 2x12 doesn't leave me feeling like I'm missing anything, and it fits in my current car.

I agree with this. Carvin/Kiesel had always been in my mind as a prime option if I ever had a custom/semi custom build done. I'm glad these stories came out before I risked having my own bad experience.

Man, if you're worried about weight, a tube combo is probably a bad idea- that one weighs 64 lbs and is probably awkward in its weight distribution. You would probably be better off looking into some other lunch box heads or digging into the modeling world.

I like the idea of having an emergency backup you can run direct with, like one of the Mooer preamp pedals with a cab sim output. $100 and next to no space in the gig bag buys a lot of peace of mind.

What prompted you to give it a second shot?

I don't think naming the amp "Satan" is remotely as tacky as the trucker girls on the Peavey XXX (which is also a worse name, IMO) faceplate were.

Man, you're really working your way through the high gain monsters. What's next on your list to try?

I'm super happy with my LT. I would only consider the full Helix if the additional I/O was something needed. Performance view on the LT is plenty good, don't feel like the scribble strips are worth paying a premium for.

Sounds great. Must be awesome to be working with one of the best drummers alive.